Are you looking for unwavering discipline, strategic acumen, and the ability to lead under pressure? Look no further than Jocko Willink, a decorated retired Navy SEAL officer whose experiences in the battlefield have translated into invaluable lessons applicable to every facet of life. Jocko Willink isn't just another leadership guru; he's a man forged in the crucible of combat, where decisions are life-or-death and accountability is absolute. His time as a Navy SEAL, particularly his service alongside Leif Babin in the brutal Al Anbar province of Iraq, provided a masterclass in leadership principles that he now shares with the world. These aren't theoretical concepts; they're battle-tested strategies that have proven their worth under the most extreme circumstances. The insights gained from leading one of the most highly decorated special operations units, Task Unit Bruiser, in the Iraq War, are now available to anyone seeking to elevate their own leadership capabilities.
Full Name
John Gretton "Jocko" Willink Jr.
Date of Birth
September 8, 1971
Place of Birth
Torrington, Connecticut, U.S.
Nationality
American
Occupation
Author, Podcaster, Retired Navy SEAL Officer, Consultant
Military Career
Branch: United States Navy
Years of Service: 1990 - 2010 (approximately)
Rank: Lieutenant Commander
Unit: SEAL Team Three, Task Unit Bruiser
Battles/Wars: Iraq War (Battle of Ramadi)
Awards: Silver Star, Bronze Star, and numerous other personal and unit awards
Author Of
Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win (with Leif Babin), The Dichotomy of Leadership: Balancing the Challenges of Extreme Ownership to Lead and Win, Discipline Equals Freedom: Field Manual, Leadership Strategy and Tactics: Field Manual
Podcast
The Jocko Podcast
Business Ventures
Echelon Front (Leadership Consulting), Origin USA (Apparel and Supplement Company), Jocko Fuel (Supplements)
Board Of Directors
San Diego FC
Official Website
Jocko.com
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