Elizabeth McCormick: From Unemployed to Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot and Keynote Speaker | E29

Elizabeth McCormick came home reeking of tomato sauce from her pizza job, feeling miserable as usual. But that day, she resolved that if her then-husband could serve in the army, so could she. This bold decision led to a fulfilling career as a Black Hawk helicopter pilot. Despite a career-ending injury, she reinvented herself and entered the corporate world before transitioning into public speaking. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her incredible journey of breaking free from stagnation and taking action despite uncertainty. You’ll learn important lessons about choosing who you want to be and overcoming the subconscious blocks holding you back. 

Elizabeth McCormick is a former U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter pilot turned global motivational speaker. She is a recipient of the Congressional Veteran Commendation and a number one bestselling author of The P.I.L.O.T. Method.

In this episode, Ilana and Elizabeth will discuss:

- Elizabeth’s journey from unemployed army wife to decorated helicopter pilot

- Believing in yourself despite the nay-sayers 

- The importance of visualizing success

- Taking action despite uncertainty

- Choosing how you show up

- Surviving a helicopter crash

- Elizabeth’s discovery of speaking opportunities

- How a career-ending injury became her best gift

- Overcoming the subconscious blocks holding you back 

- Confidence and energy management for personal and professional growth

- And other topics…

Elizabeth McCormick is a former U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter pilot turned motivational speaker. She is the bestselling author of The P.I.L.O.T. Method and has launched a series of business success books titled Soar 2 Success. Elizabeth is an award-winning sales consultant and a founding member of the John Maxwell Team of certified speakers. She has consistently booked 100+ engagements per year and spoken at the leadership, sales, and safety-related functions of renowned brands like Coca-Cola, Sherwin Williams, and Oracle, among many others. She serves on the Board of Directors for Grace After Fire, a non-profit organization empowering women veterans. In 2011, she was honored with the Congressional Veteran Commendation.

Connect with Elizabeth:

Elizabeth’s Website: https://yourinspirationalspeaker.com/ 

Elizabeth’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pilotspeaker/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Elizabeth’s Book, The P.I.L.O.T. Method: The 5 Elemental Truths to Leading Yourself in Life! https://www.amazon.com/Pilot-Method-Elemental-Leading-Yourself/dp/1629030082 

The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Live Them and Reach Your Potential by John C. Maxwell 

https://www.amazon.com/15-Invaluable-Laws-Growth-Potential/dp/1599953676