Jocko Podcast

Jocko Underground: Start Walking | Influencing Toxic People

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Sep 19, 2022
Explore strategies for improving toxic work environments and the importance of starting with small actions. Discover how to inspire daughters to take up Jiu Jitsu and the unique challenges faced by 911 dispatch operators. Learn about the pains of leadership and how taking extreme ownership can empower parenting. Delve into transformative perspectives on life’s struggles, highlighting the power of knowledge and mindset as tools for personal growth. Uncover how to turn everyday challenges into opportunities for development.
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ADVICE

Start Walking

  • If you're lost and unsure of the next step, just start walking.
  • This iterative approach helps you gather information and find your way.
ANECDOTE

Home Depot Opportunity

  • Jocko recounts advising someone to view a Home Depot job as an opportunity.
  • He details how hard work can lead to promotions and success, even from a seemingly low starting point.
ADVICE

Focus on the Positive

  • Focus on what you want to achieve, not on what you want to avoid.
  • Like in offensive driving, focus on drivable terrain, not on obstacles.
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