JP Dinnell Podcast

Episode 085 – Inside Muster 022 & the FTX: Leadership Lessons from the Field In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP and Lucas unpack the most powerful takeaways from Echelon Front’s Muster 022 and the Field Training Exercise (FTX) that followed. If you've ever wondered what really happens when executives, entrepreneurs, and everyday leaders step into high-pressure leadership simulations, this episode takes you behind the curtain. This isn’t just about theory. It's about watching leaders break, adapt, and rise—sometimes within minutes. You’ll hear about the emotional debriefs, the life-changing breakthroughs, and the raw accountability that defines Extreme Ownership at the highest level. 🔥 In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ What makes the FTX one of the most humbling and transformational leadership experiences ✅ Why many leaders fail when they're removed from their title or authority ✅ How the principles of Extreme Ownership are tested in real-time scenarios ✅ The key leadership lessons JP sees repeated over and over in high performers ✅ Why humility and self-awareness are more powerful than tactics or titles ✅ What makes the Muster a must-attend for serious leaders 💡 Who This Is For: ✔️ Leaders who want to be challenged and held accountable ✔️ Business owners, managers, and team leads ready to sharpen their skills ✔️ Men looking to lead their families, teams, and lives with clarity and strength ✔️ Anyone curious about Echelon Front’s FTX and how real leadership is tested under fire ✔️ Fans of Jocko Willink, Leif Babin, Extreme Ownership, and tactical leadership 📢 Next Steps: 🎧 Subscribe to the JP Dinnell Podcast for weekly leadership content 💬 Drop your biggest takeaway from this episode in the comments 📲 Share this episode with someone who needs to level up their leadership 🔔 Turn on notifications to never miss future episodes “Leadership isn’t what you say—it’s what you do when pressure hits. And for some, it’s the first time they’ve ever truly felt it.” – JP Dinnell #JPdinnellPodcast #ExtremeOwnership #Leadership #FTX #EchelonFront #Muster022 #DisciplineEqualsFreedom #JockoPodcast #TacticalLeadership #BusinessLeadership #HumbleAndHungry Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Josh Straussberger:  https://www.instagram.com/joshstraussberger Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser.

In this episode of the JP Dinnell Podcast, JP sits down with Isaac Tauaefa, the president of  ⁨@jesusandjiujitsu⁩  for a powerful, honest conversation about manhood, leadership, brokenness, and the transformational power of Jesus Christ. Isaac shares his raw and unfiltered story—from growing up as the son of a pastor and traveling with The Power Team, to pursuing a college football dream that came crashing down. After a devastating knee injury ended his shot at the NFL, Isaac spiraled into a life of partying, violence, and lost identity—until God wrecked his plans and revealed His. Now a leader, mentor, and disciple-maker, Isaac uses jiu-jitsu, faith, and real conversations to challenge men to step into their God-given calling and lead from the front. 🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: ✅ How childhood pressure shaped Isaac’s view of faith and performance ✅ The devastating football injury that led to total identity loss ✅ What it really means to be a man of God in a culture of compromise ✅ Why Isaac turned down fame from The X Factor to follow a higher calling ✅ The founding of Jesus and Jiu-Jitsu USA and its mission to reach men ✅ The power of discipleship, spiritual warfare, and leading with humility ✅ A story of redemption, purpose, and the grace of God in the trenches 💪 Who This Episode Is For: ✔️ Men who feel like they’ve blown it and wonder if God can still use them ✔️ Leaders trying to balance strength, humility, and obedience ✔️ Anyone battling with identity, purpose, or addiction ✔️ Followers of Jesus looking to step into deeper discipleship ✔️ Jiu-jitsu practitioners and warriors of the faith 📢 Take Action 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway from this episode 📲 Share this with a man who needs to hear the truth 🎧 Subscribe for more real, gritty, and faith-filled conversations 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode "God will break your plans to protect your purpose. What you think is a failure might be the very thing He uses to rebuild your life." – Isaac Tauaefa #JesusAndJiuJitsu #JPdinnellPodcast #Faith #Manhood #Leadership #Redemption #Discipline #ExtremeOwnership #ChristianPodcast #JiuJitsuFaith Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser.

In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP and Lucas sit down for the most raw, unfiltered conversation they’ve ever had. Over the course of one week, they faced a series of unimaginable events—a tragic death, a violent murder, and a spiritual confrontation with evil. In the midst of it all, they were forced to lead others, support their families, and show up when everything inside them wanted to break. This episode isn’t about tactics or strategy. It’s about faith in the fire, the burden of leadership, and what it means to carry others through darkness when you yourself are hurting. 🔥 What You'll Hear in This Episode: ✅ How to lead when you're grieving ✅ What it looks like to trust God in chaos ✅ The weight of spiritual warfare and real evil ✅ Why discipline matters most when you're emotionally drained ✅ The responsibility of being the one others lean on ✅ How to keep showing up for your people when you have nothing left ✅ How leaders process trauma while continuing to lead This isn’t just another leadership episode—it’s a testimony of pain, pressure, and perseverance. If you've ever had to lead through loss, or stand strong in the storm for others, this episode will meet you right where you are. 👊 Who This Is For: ✔️ Men carrying heavy responsibilities—at work, at home, in faith ✔️ Leaders walking through loss or spiritual battle ✔️ Anyone feeling the weight of being “the strong one” ✔️ Those seeking truth, hope, and clarity in chaos ✔️ Believers who want to see how faith and leadership intersect in real life 💥 This Is What Leadership Looks Like in Real Life This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the painful, sacred reality of what it means to be a leader when everything around you falls apart. No clichés. No easy answers. Just truth. If this episode resonates with you, we hope you’ll share it with someone who’s hurting, leading through loss, or just needs to know they’re not alone. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly leadership, discipline, and faith-based content. 💬 Drop a comment with your thoughts or how this episode impacted you. 📲 Share this with someone who needs encouragement. 🙏 If you're walking through your own dark season, know we’re praying for you. “You don’t always get to choose the battle. But you do get to choose how you show up for it.” – JP Dinnell Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser.

I FOUGHT IN RAMADI – Navy SEAL JP Dinnell Reviews "Warfare" (2025) JP Dinnell breaks down the new movie  @A24  movie Warfare by Ray Mendoza about the task unit that relieved TU Bruiser in Ramadi.  In this powerful episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP delivers a raw, emotional, and brutally honest review of the 2025 war film “Warfare”, co-directed by Alex Garland and former Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza. But this isn’t just another reaction video — JP Dinnell actually fought in the same battle space as depicted in the film. While most people see Warfare as a gripping, cinematic portrayal of urban combat in Ramadi, Iraq, JP lived it. He was part of Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War, serving alongside warriors like Jocko Willink, Leif Babin, Marc Lee, and Michael Monsoor. His team was operating in Ramadi in 2006, directly before Alpha One, the SEAL unit depicted in Warfare, took over that area of operations. This review is more than just technical commentary — it's a glimpse into the real-world chaos, decision-making, emotion, and leadership that happened in those exact streets. 🔥 In This Episode, JP Covers: ✅ What Warfare got RIGHT about combat in Ramadi ✅ The key moments that brought back real memories ✅ The emotional weight of watching a story that mirrors his own experiences ✅ The truth about leadership, stress, and decision-making under fire ✅ Why the SEALs in Ramadi fought with purpose, and what that mission meant ✅ Behind-the-scenes insight into how SEAL teams actually operated in that environment ✅ Lessons that carry over from combat to business, life, and leadership today 🎬 Why This Review Is Different Most war movie reviews come from film critics, military enthusiasts, or historians. But JP was there. He fought in that exact battle space, knew the terrain, felt the weight of combat leadership, and carried the responsibility for lives — his own, his teammates’, and the people of Ramadi. As a former Navy SEAL sniper and point man, JP doesn’t just comment on the tactics or gear — he speaks to the mindset, the pressure, and the burden of leadership under fire. He brings clarity to what it means to lead in chaos, to stay disciplined when everything’s on the line, and to honor those who gave everything. And most importantly, he breaks down how those lessons still apply today — whether you're in business, in your community, or just trying to be a better man. 🏅 About JP Dinnell JP Dinnell is a combat-proven Navy SEAL, leadership instructor with Echelon Front, and the host of the JP Dinnell Podcast. He served with Task Unit Bruiser in Ramadi in 2006 — the same time and location portrayed in Warfare. He now trains leaders in business and life using the principles of Extreme Ownership developed on the battlefield and brought to the civilian world by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. 🎥 About the Film – “Warfare” (2025) Warfare is a hyper-realistic war drama co-directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, based on Mendoza’s personal experience as a Navy SEAL in Ramadi, Iraq. The film follows Alpha One, a SEAL platoon that took over operations in Ramadi during the height of the Iraq War. Known for its immersive, real-time storytelling and emotional intensity, the movie depicts the stress, sacrifice, and leadership required in one of the most dangerous environments in modern military history. 💬 Who Should Watch This Episode? ✔️ Veterans and active-duty military ✔️ Fans of Warfare, American Sniper, Lone Survivor, and The Outpost ✔️ Leaders in business, coaching, or personal development ✔️ Men seeking discipline, purpose, and real-world examples of courage ✔️ Anyone who wants a deeper understanding of what war really feels like 💥 Why This Matters Movies like Warfare aim to honor those who served by portraying their sacrifice and story with accuracy. But hearing it from someone who was actually there changes everything. JP’s review isn’t just about realism — it’s about legacy, loss, and leadership. It’s about what it means to take ownership, to lead when everything is on the line, and to never forget the cost of freedom. "It’s not about being a war hero. It’s about honoring the men who didn’t come home and making sure we get leadership right—because lives depend on it." – JP Dinnell Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Josh Straussberger: https://www.instagram.com/Joshstraussberger Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting

JP Dinnell dives deeper in the details about reconnecting with his son after 15 years apart.  Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser.

JP Dinnell gives some exciting life news as he is reunited with his son after 15 years.  Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser.

JP Dinnell sits down with BJJ Black Belt Steffen Banta to talk about his amazing run as a brown belt and what it took to build his championship mindset.  Follow Steffen: Steffen Banta: https://www.instagram.com/steffenbanta Grappling Institute: https://www.instagram.com/thegrapplinginstitute Patriot Points Show: https://www.instagram.com/patriotpointshow Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:09 Steffen Banta 00:08:26 Falling in Love with Jiu-Jitsu 00:16:11 Steffen's First Competition 00:23:27 LoneStar Pro Training Center 00:33:43 Most Decorated Brown Belt in BJJ History 01:20:20 Working With Chief Randy Rozzell 01:26:48 Grappling Institute 01:45:10 Mickey and Nate 01:55:39 Questions from Lucas 2:11:03 Steffen's Closing Thoughts

More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting EPISODE 78 – THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT LEADERSHIP, OWNERSHIP & EGO In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP dives deep into the brutal realities of leadership, accountability, and discipline. If you’re struggling with ego, decision-making under pressure, or owning your mistakes, this episode will challenge you to level up. JP breaks down the #1 mistake most leaders make—letting ego get in the way. He shares hard-hitting truths about Extreme Ownership, why most people can’t handle real accountability, and the hidden cost of being a leader. Leadership isn’t easy, and if you’re not willing to take full responsibility for your actions, you’re setting yourself up for failure. This episode is for business owners, military personnel, high performers, and anyone who wants to build unshakable discipline. If you want to stop making excuses and start leading effectively, listen up. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The #1 reason most leaders fail (and how to fix it) ✔️ Why ego is the biggest enemy of leadership ✔️ How to handle pressure like a Navy SEAL ✔️ Why work-life balance is a myth (and what to focus on instead) ✔️ The brutal truth about accountability & why most people avoid it ✔️ How owning your failures makes you a stronger leader ✔️ The mindset shift that separates weak leaders from strong ones 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Ego will destroy your leadership. The second you start leading based on pride, you’ve already lost. Strong leaders know how to detach, take criticism, and make the right call—even when it’s uncomfortable. ✔️ Excuses are for the weak. If you’re blaming others for your failures, you’ll never improve. Own everything. Fix what’s broken. Move forward. ✔️ Work-life balance is a lie. The best leaders prioritize what truly matters, not what feels comfortable. Success requires sacrifice, discipline, and extreme focus. ✔️ Pressure reveals true leaders. When things go sideways, will you step up or fall apart? Leaders who stay calm under pressure win in business, war, and life. ✔️ Leadership is lonely. If you’re doing it right, leadership is hard. Not everyone will like you. Not everyone will understand. But if you stay disciplined and lead by example, you will earn respect and build an unstoppable team. 📢 Who This Episode is For: ✔️ Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives who want to level up their leadership skills ✔️ Military personnel, first responders, and high performers who thrive on accountability ✔️ Anyone who struggles with ego, ownership, or making tough decisions ✔️ Those who want to push their limits and stop making excuses 🎯 Ready to Step Up & Lead? 👉 Subscribe for more no-nonsense leadership and discipline lessons! 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway from this episode! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

EPISODE 77 – DETACH, LEAD, AND WIN: MASTERING LEADERSHIP UNDER PRESSURE In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP dives into one of the most powerful yet underrated leadership skills: detachment. Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or your family, the ability to step back, assess the situation, and make clear, unemotional decisions is the difference between success and failure. Drawing from his experience as a Navy SEAL, business leader, and instructor at Echelon Front, JP breaks down why most leaders struggle under pressure and how detachment is the key to overcoming stress, ego, and tunnel vision. He shares real-life stories from the battlefield, business, and training that highlight the importance of staying calm, controlling emotions, and seeing the full picture before making decisions. If you’ve ever found yourself reacting emotionally, making rash decisions, or feeling overwhelmed by leadership responsibilities, this episode is a wake-up call. JP lays out a step-by-step framework for mastering detachment and explains why leaders who fail to detach will always fall short. 🔥 Key Lessons from This Episode: ✔️ Why detachment is the #1 leadership skill no one talks about ✔️ How to stay calm and in control, even in high-pressure situations ✔️ The dangers of tunnel vision and how to see the full battlefield ✔️ How ego clouds decision-making – and how to remove it ✔️ Why emotional leadership is a death sentence for teams and businesses ✔️ How Navy SEAL training teaches leaders to detach and think clearly ✔️ The balance between tactical patience and taking decisive action 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Your emotions will betray you. Leaders who react emotionally instead of stepping back and analyzing the situation make poor decisions and lose control. Detachment gives you the clarity to lead effectively. ✔️ Slow down to speed up. When leaders rush into decisions without full awareness of the battlefield, they make mistakes that could have been avoided. Tactical patience allows you to make smarter, more effective moves. ✔️ Ego is the enemy of leadership. The moment you start leading based on pride or personal emotions, you’re no longer making the best decision for your team. Detachment removes ego from the equation and puts the mission first. ✔️ Mastering detachment is a daily discipline. It’s not something you do once—it’s a constant practice that applies to business, leadership, Jiu-Jitsu, relationships, and life. 📢 Who This Episode is For: ✔️ Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives who want to make better decisions under pressure ✔️ Military personnel, first responders, and Jiu-Jitsu practitioners looking for battle-tested leadership tactics ✔️ Anyone who struggles with emotional decision-making and wants to stay calm in high-stress situations ✔️ Leaders who want to develop a sharper, more tactical mindset 🎯 Ready to Level Up Your Leadership? 👉 Subscribe for more high-level leadership, discipline, and Extreme Ownership lessons! 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway from this episode! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:38 Detachment 00:02:46 Managing Emotions 00:06:08 Target Fixation 00:15:00 Detachment at Home 00:19:47 How to Detach and Stay Engaged 00:28:58 Detaching In Real World Scenarios 00:49:00 Task Unit Bruiser, How Navy SEALs Detach 00:56:25 Q&A From the Interwebs 00:57:00 Getting Buy-in From Your Team 01:01:50 Encouraging High Performers Who are Down On Themselves 01:06:22 Final Thoughts

EPISODE 76 – LEADERSHIP, DISCIPLINE & PUSHING THROUGH ADVERSITY In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP dives deep into the hard lessons of leadership, discipline, and overcoming setbacks. From suffering a concussion in Jiu-Jitsu to identifying the true qualities of effective leaders, this episode is packed with no-nonsense, hard-hitting truths about leadership, ownership, and personal growth. JP breaks down why identifying and developing strong leaders is critical, both in business and life. He shares stories from his own experiences—mistakes, failures, and the brutal lessons learned from pushing through adversity. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or training on the mats, the principles of Extreme Ownership apply everywhere. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How a concussion became a powerful leadership lesson ✔️ Why ego destroys leadership and how to stay humble ✔️ The ONE trait that separates strong leaders from weak ones ✔️ Why physical toughness builds mental strength in leadership ✔️ How to identify and develop the right people on your team ✔️ Why discipline is the foundation of long-term success ✔️ How to push through setbacks and stay in the fight 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Excuses won’t get you anywhere – discipline will. Success in leadership, fitness, and life comes down to showing up and putting in the work, no matter the circumstances. ✔️ Tough times reveal strong leaders. Whether it’s a fight on the mats or a challenge in business, adversity exposes who’s prepared to step up. ✔️ Ownership is everything. If you’re not taking full responsibility for your actions and leadership, you’re already failing. This episode is a wake-up call for those who want to level up their leadership, embrace discipline, and stop making excuses. 📢 Who This Episode Is For: ✔️ Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers looking to sharpen their leadership skills ✔️ Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, military personnel, and disciplined individuals who thrive on structured growth ✔️ Anyone who wants to stop making excuses and take full ownership of their life 👉 Subscribe for more leadership, discipline, and Extreme Ownership lessons! 💬 Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway from this episode! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser. 00:00:00 JP Concussion 00:30:19 Q&A