Some lessons are learned under fire. Others are learned when the dust settles, and you realize you just blew a hole in a perfectly good wall. Welcome back to War Stories with John. This is one of thos … read more

I want to tell you a story. Not a heroic war story. Not a tale of danger or firefights. No. This one was stupid. And embarrassing. But it’s the one that still sticks with me. The one that still … read more

In the military, the formula was simple: shoot, move, communicate. Each piece depended on the others, but without communication, everything can fall apart. Many civilians who prepare for uncertain tim … read more

Today, I’m sharing the process I used to build warriors during my Ranger leadership days. This is important for anyone wanting to build a cohesive and loyal team, but disclaimer, I wasn’t … read more

How do you develop a good fighter mindset? It’s important to realize that even if you have the right guns, tactics, and fitness, you might still fail to rise to the occasion if you don’t p … read more