What’s the one thing even the smartest, most driven people do that quietly sabotages their success?

In this episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, I tackle a mindset killer that holds people back more than they realize: excuses. Whether you're leading a team, growing a business, or trying to level up personally, your ability to own your actions — without justifying them — is what separates those who stay stuck from those who break through.

I share a defining moment from my time in Special Forces training — a single conversation that made me realize the hidden cost of “just giving the reason.” I break down how excuses creep into our thinking, how they influence the feedback loops we’re in, and how to create a culture of accountability without losing compassion.

From military experiences to personal health goals, this episode is packed with real-life examples and practical tools to help you recognize excuses, take ownership, and keep pushing forward.

💡 If you're serious about building yourself, your team, and your business with more clarity, ownership, and action — this one’s for you.

I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs build strong, successful businesses.

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https://www.devinramos.com

📕Book Mentioned:

Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin

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00:00 Introduction

02:20 Mindset Shifts from My Green Beret Training Experience

09:41 Reasons vs Excuses

11:10 You Need a Feedback Loop

13:09 Business Bottleneck YOU Need to Overcome

13:50 The Power of Leading with Ownership’

15:35 Observing Without Judgment

17:32 Creating a Culture Where It’s Safe to Fail

18:51 From Excuse to Action: One Step at a Time

25:02 Key Takeaways

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