What does it take to lead through chaos—and come out stronger? Brandon Young knows. With over 25 years of leadership experience across military, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors, he’s transformed battle-tested grit into boardroom wisdom.

As the co-author of Perseverance > Endurance: Lead with Resilience. Grow Through Adversity. Win Together., Brandon joins the podcast to explore how veterans—and professionals of all kinds—can lead with purpose, drive, and direction.

Brandon, a former US Army Ranger with four Afghanistan deployments and co-founder of Applied Leadership Partners, unpacks the real-world tools that help teams push through pressure and grow through challenge.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

• Why perseverance isn’t about pain tolerance—it’s about purpose.
• How Brandon reshaped his identity after military service.
• What it takes to build resilient, high-performing teams.
• How to adopt a leadership mindset that transcends industries.

Whether you’re scaling an eCommerce brand or navigating your next chapter, Brandon’s insights are a masterclass in leading with intention—especially when the path forward isn’t clear.

Click here now to hear how to grow through adversity and win together.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

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