019: Special Operations Leadership: How Quay Barnett Transformed Warfare Techniques into Business Success

Sep 12, 2023

Quay Barnett, a military veteran and Chief Revenue Officer of StriveWorks, shares his remarkable transition from special operations to tech. He discusses the crucial role of mentorship and effective communication in both military and business environments. Quay emphasizes managing stress, avoiding burnout, and the importance of teamwork in achieving success. He also highlights the significance of storytelling in articulating value and reflects on his passion for cars, continuous learning, and balancing career with personal well-being.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

From Boots to Boards: Navigating Transition and Leadership

04:06 • 18min

Building Bridges: Transitioning from Military to Business

22:19 • 21min

Navigating Performance Through Neutrality

43:12 • 2min

Balancing Career and Well-Being in Tech

44:52 • 18min

The Power of Teamwork in Tech and Military

01:03:09 • 5min

Articulating Value and Family Ventures in Real Estate

01:07:48 • 3min

Passion for Cars and Lifelong Learning

01:10:40 • 3min

Investing Time Wisely: Lessons from Real Estate and Family Involvement

01:13:22 • 2min

Episode 19: Special Operations Leadership: How Quay Barnett Transformed Warfare Techniques into Business Success

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Learn the strategies that will take you from the battlefield to the tech industry.

Join us on this eye-opening episode of Managing Tech Millions, hosted by Christopher Nelson, as he sits down with special guest Quay Barnett, a military veteran-turned-tech enthusiast.

In this episode, Quay recounts his inspiring journey from military service to the ever-evolving world of technology. He candidly shares his experiences and reveals the secrets to thriving in high-performance environments.

Quay and Christopher delve into the crucial role of mentorship, effective communication, and building strong networks outside of the military. They provide valuable insights into the unique challenges and endless opportunities that military veterans encounter when venturing into the tech industry.

Being fully armed with the power of intention and purpose, Quay and Christopher discuss the significance of defining goals and crafting compelling value propositions in the competitive tech world. They also tackle the importance of managing stress and burnout, allowing you to perform at your peak and accomplish your ambitions.

As the episode draws to a close, our hosts engage in a thought-provoking dialogue about intent and purpose in technology development. Gain profound insights into the impact your work can have on the world and find inspiration to make a difference.

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Connect with Quay Barnett

StriveWorks - https://www.striveworks.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/quaybarnett/

Books Mentioned in the Episode

Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by Stanley McChrystal - https://www.amazon.com.au/Team-Teams-Rules-Engagement-Complex/dp/1591847486

How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie - https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034

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