In today's episode of the Power of After Show, I'm joined by former Navy SEAL Marty Strong for a powerful conversation on what it really means to stay calm under fire—not just in combat, but through life's biggest transitions. From moving out of the military into civilian life, to navigating multiple career shifts, Marty shares the mindset that carries through it all: the willingness to become an apprentice again and again. Because real strength isn't just about what you've mastered—it's about staying teachable, adaptable, and grounded as you step into what's next. If you're in a season of change, this conversation will challenge and equip you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Learn more about Marty at: www.martystrong.com and his non-profit serving our veterans at: https://www.warriorshavenusa.com/ Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/seal-mindset

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro to the Power of After
• 2:15 Meet Marty Strong: From SEAL to CEO
• 6:40 The non linear path of career transition
• 10:20 Adopting the apprentice mindset
• 14:55 Moving past the ego after military service
• 19:10 The shock of entering the financial sales world
• 23:30 Applying mission planning to business strategy
• 28:15 Why people get stuck in negative cycles
• 33:05 Lessons from the SEAL selection process
• 37:45 Breaking out of the conformity box
• 42:10 Helping veterans at Warriors Haven USA
• 47:20 Three steps to intellectual creativity
• 50:56 Conclusion and final words of advice

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