My guest today is Roy Bahat who is the head of Bloomberg Beta, an investment firm with over 150 million dollars under management. He invests in the future of work with a focus on machine intelligence and automation. Fast Company magazine named Roy one of the Most Creative People in Business.&nbsp;Before heading up Bloomberg Beta, Roy served as the president of IGN Entertainment, the leading Video Games' media company. There he was known for unorthodox but very effective hiring strategy.&nbsp;Roy is also on the faculty at U.C. Berkeley, where he teaches about media at the Haas School of Business. He's a graduate of Harvard and was also a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University.I had a great time chatting with Roy today. He is the leading expert on the future of work. In our conversation we talk about how he choses a startup team, the principals he uses to run Bloomberg Beta, the future of media, and more. Below are all the show notes with associated timestamps:<ul><li>Bloomberg Beta background (min. 02:45)</li><li>Finding companies with potential (min. 03:45)</li><li>Data vs. gut feeling (min. 06:30)</li><li>Successful startup team makeup (min. 12:00)</li><li>Lessons learned over the years at Bloomberg (min. 15:30)</li><li>Trends of the future (min. 22:30)</li><li>Future of work (min. 25:00)</li><li>Artificial Intelligence (min. 28:00)</li><li>Separating the signal from the noise (min. 33:45)</li><li>De-emphasizing the resume (min. 35:00)</li><li>Future of formal education (min. 39:00)</li><li>Advice for next generation (min. 41:30)</li><li>Projects working on now (min. 43:45)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">here</a> or going to: <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter </a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> If you got value from this episode, please give the show a review. Thanks!

My guest today is Roy Bahat who is the head of Bloomberg Beta, an investment firm with over 150 million dollars under management. He invests in the future of work with a focus on machine intelligence and automation. Fast Company magazine named Roy one of the Most Creative People in Business.&nbsp;Before heading up Bloomberg Beta, Roy served as the president of IGN Entertainment, the leading Video Games' media company. There he was known for unorthodox but very effective hiring strategy.&nbsp;Roy is also on the faculty at U.C. Berkeley, where he teaches about media at the Haas School of Business. He's a graduate of Harvard and was also a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University.I had a great time chatting with Roy today. He is the leading expert on the future of work. In our conversation we talk about how he choses a startup team, the principals he uses to run Bloomberg Beta, the future of media, and more. Below are all the show notes with associated timestamps:Bloomberg Beta background (min. 02:45)Finding companies with potential (min. 03:45)Data vs. gut feeling (min. 06:30)Successful startup team makeup (min. 12:00)Lessons learned over the years at Bloomberg (min. 15:30)Trends of the future (min. 22:30)Future of work (min. 25:00)Artificial Intelligence (min. 28:00)Separating the signal from the noise (min. 33:45)De-emphasizing the resume (min. 35:00)Future of formal education (min. 39:00)Advice for next generation (min. 41:30)Projects working on now (min. 43:45)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking here or going to:https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter Instagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilotIf you got value from this episode, please give the show a review. Thanks!

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The Head of Bloomberg Beta with $150M Under Management on Team Chemistry and the Future of Work--Roy Bahat

My guest today is Tyson Weihs, the Co-Founder and CEO of ForeFlight--by far the best aviation software ever produced.&nbsp;Tyson and his company Foreflight has nearly singlehandedly dragged the entire aviation industry into the future. Before Foreflight aviation software was slow, cumbersome, and obsolete as soon as you bought it. It was similar to the dashboard GPS devices you stuck to your car window. Foreflight has done to aviation software what Google Maps did to the TomTom. It works seamlessly, it's updated all the time, and every few months there's a new feature you can use.In our conversation, we talk about what it takes to build a great team, how to harness innovation, how he manages his time, and more. Below are the full show notes with associated time stamps:<ul><li>Where the idea of ForeFlight came from (min. 03:30)</li><li>Obstacles Foreflight has had to overcome (min. 08:15)</li><li>His biggest win (min. 12:40)</li><li>Building a great team and culture (min. 19:15)</li><li>How to manage innovation (min. 29:15)</li><li>Making the software useful to everyone (min. 34:00)</li><li>Surprises as CEO (min. 36:30)</li><li>How he manages his time (min. 39:30)</li><li>Things that increase his performance (min. 41:30)</li><li>Where ForeFlight is going in the future (min. 42:30)</li><li>Whats next (min. 49:15)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">here</a> or going to: <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter </a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

My guest today is Tyson Weihs, the Co-Founder and CEO of ForeFlight--by far the best aviation software ever produced.&nbsp;Tyson and his company Foreflight has nearly singlehandedly dragged the entire aviation industry into the future. Before Foreflight aviation software was slow, cumbersome, and obsolete as soon as you bought it. It was similar to the dashboard GPS devices you stuck to your car window. Foreflight has done to aviation software what Google Maps did to the TomTom. It works seamlessly, it's updated all the time, and every few months there's a new feature you can use.In our conversation, we talk about what it takes to build a great team, how to harness innovation, how he manages his time, and more. Below are the full show notes with associated time stamps:Where the idea of ForeFlight came from (min. 03:30)Obstacles Foreflight has had to overcome (min. 08:15)His biggest win (min. 12:40)Building a great team and culture (min. 19:15)How to manage innovation (min. 29:15)Making the software useful to everyone (min. 34:00)Surprises as CEO (min. 36:30)How he manages his time (min. 39:30)Things that increase his performance (min. 41:30)Where ForeFlight is going in the future (min. 42:30)Whats next (min. 49:15)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking here or going to:https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter Instagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

CEO and Co-Founder of ForeFlight on building the worlds best aviation software--Tyson Weihs

My guest today is a genius that is changing the paradigm of the world we live in. I don't use those words lightly. He is the Co-Founder of Siri, the digital assistant that's in every Apple device. He is a founding member of Change.org, a community of over 200 million members who fight for what's right by shining a spotlight on important issues around the world. He is also a founding member of Sentient, the worlds most well funded artificial intelligence company. He is currently working as the Co-Founder of Viv Labs, developing Bixby, Samsung's digital assistant. He has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed publications, and holds 26 patents.&nbsp;Talking with Adam was an incredible experience. He is one of the few people who has changed the world in a measurable way. His story about Steve Jobs calling him up and offering to buy his company is amazing. He talks about how he managed his time while starting 3 companies simultaneously, how to develop a mental model to predict the future, and his current digital assistant, which the rest of us won't have access to for several years. If you listen to one part, listen to the last 10 minutes, where he talks about the key to his success--verbally stated goals. Below are the topics we discussed along with timestamps:<ul><li>Origin of Siri (min. 02:45)</li><li>How to know when you can commercialize a passion (min. 06:15)</li><li>Developing a mental model of the future (min. 10:30)</li><li>How social media has helped us (min. 15:00)</li><li>Working with Steve Jobs (min. 17:00)&nbsp;</li><li>The Apple culture (min. 24:00)</li><li>Seeing Siri everywhere now (min 27:00)</li><li>Future of digital assistants (min 30:30)</li><li>Developing Bixby for billions of devices (min. 34:00)</li><li>Balancing security with function (min. 37:15)</li><li>His personal super-assistant (min. 38:30)</li><li>Founding Sentient, the worlds most well funded AI company (min. 41:45)</li><li>Using Sentient computing to find the perfect shoe (min. 46:15)</li><li>Amazing time management skills (min. 48:30)</li><li>His key to success--verbally stated goals (min. 53:15)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">here</a> or going to: <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter </a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

My guest today is a genius that is changing the paradigm of the world we live in. I don't use those words lightly. He is the Co-Founder of Siri, the digital assistant that's in every Apple device. He is a founding member of Change.org, a community of over 200 million members who fight for what's right by shining a spotlight on important issues around the world. He is also a founding member of Sentient, the worlds most well funded artificial intelligence company. He is currently working as the Co-Founder of Viv Labs, developing Bixby, Samsung's digital assistant. He has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed publications, and holds 26 patents.&nbsp;Talking with Adam was an incredible experience. He is one of the few people who has changed the world in a measurable way. His story about Steve Jobs calling him up and offering to buy his company is amazing. He talks about how he managed his time while starting 3 companies simultaneously, how to develop a mental model to predict the future, and his current digital assistant, which the rest of us won't have access to for several years. If you listen to one part, listen to the last 10 minutes, where he talks about the key to his success--verbally stated goals. Below are the topics we discussed along with timestamps:Origin of Siri (min. 02:45)How to know when you can commercialize a passion (min. 06:15)Developing a mental model of the future (min. 10:30)How social media has helped us (min. 15:00)Working with Steve Jobs (min. 17:00)&nbsp;The Apple culture (min. 24:00)Seeing Siri everywhere now (min 27:00)Future of digital assistants (min 30:30)Developing Bixby for billions of devices (min. 34:00)Balancing security with function (min. 37:15)His personal super-assistant (min. 38:30)Founding Sentient, the worlds most well funded AI company (min. 41:45)Using Sentient computing to find the perfect shoe (min. 46:15)Amazing time management skills (min. 48:30)His key to success--verbally stated goals (min. 53:15)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking here or going to:https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter Instagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

The Co-Founder of Siri and Change.org on working with Steve Jobs, Time Management Techniques, and Keys to Success--Adam Cheyer

My guest today is Brig. General (retired) Pete Palmer. He served for 32 years in the Army in various infantry assignments, both stateside and abroad. His joint and coalition experience include four tours in NATO as well as Kosovo and Iraq.&nbsp; During the latter part of his career Pete was assigned to serve as the Director of Accelerated Capabilities Development, where he helped champion the Army’s push into improving the relationship between the soldier and technology. He most recently served as the Director of General Dynamics's EDGE innovation Network, which develops and nurtures emerging technology.Pete has served as somewhat of a mentor to me. He is truly world-class in connecting people with an idea or team so that they will succeed. He has also worked with nearly every major government organization that is researching human performance. In our conversation we talk about mapping the human mind, the top ways to increase a soldiers performance, being able to "smell" the battlefield, leadership lessons learned, and more.&nbsp; Below are the topics we talk about, in order with timestamps:<ul><li>Background (min. 02:30)</li><li>Why we don't focus on the brain of the warfighter (min. 06:00)&nbsp;</li><li>Cognitive shoe size (min. 09:00)&nbsp;</li><li>How close are we to mapping the mind (min. 14:00)</li><li>Should we train people up or have them do a different job (min. 18:30)</li><li>Once we have a map of the mind, how do we assign jobs (min. 22:00)</li><li>Biggest ways to increase a soldiers performance (min. 25:30)</li><li>Playing the "bad guy" and running new commanders through the paces (min. 30:30)</li><li>Being able to "smell" the battlefield (min. 34:00)</li><li>Training EVERY senior leader that fought in the last gulf war (min. 36:30)&nbsp;</li><li>Leadership lessons learned (min. 38:30).&nbsp;</li><li>Deciding between firing someone and training them up (min. 41:00)</li><li>Giving people feedback (min. 43:15)</li><li>Projects working on now (min. 50:00)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">here</a> or going to: <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter </a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

My guest today is Brig. General (retired) Pete Palmer. He served for 32 years in the Army in various infantry assignments, both stateside and abroad. His joint and coalition experience include four tours in NATO as well as Kosovo and Iraq.&nbsp; During the latter part of his career Pete was assigned to serve as the Director of Accelerated Capabilities Development, where he helped champion the Army’s push into improving the relationship between the soldier and technology. He most recently served as the Director of General Dynamics's EDGE innovation Network, which develops and nurtures emerging technology.Pete has served as somewhat of a mentor to me. He is truly world-class in connecting people with an idea or team so that they will succeed. He has also worked with nearly every major government organization that is researching human performance. In our conversation we talk about mapping the human mind, the top ways to increase a soldiers performance, being able to "smell" the battlefield, leadership lessons learned, and more.&nbsp;Below are the topics we talk about, in order with timestamps:Background (min. 02:30)Why we don't focus on the brain of the warfighter (min. 06:00)&nbsp;Cognitive shoe size (min. 09:00)&nbsp;How close are we to mapping the mind (min. 14:00)Should we train people up or have them do a different job (min. 18:30)Once we have a map of the mind, how do we assign jobs (min. 22:00)Biggest ways to increase a soldiers performance (min. 25:30)Playing the "bad guy" and running new commanders through the paces (min. 30:30)Being able to "smell" the battlefield (min. 34:00)Training EVERY senior leader that fought in the last gulf war (min. 36:30)&nbsp;Leadership lessons learned (min. 38:30).&nbsp;Deciding between firing someone and training them up (min. 41:00)Giving people feedback (min. 43:15)Projects working on now (min. 50:00)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! I've also started a monthly newsletter where I send out a few useful or insightful things that have helped me over the last month. You can sign up by clicking here or going to:https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/newsletter Instagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

Brig. General on Human Performance, Fostering Innovation, and Leadership Lessons--Pete Palmer

My guest today is Andy Findlay, the 2018 Reno Air Race Champion. The race, officially known as the National Air Race Championships, is a multi-day event that takes place every September. It is billed as "the worlds fastest motor sport." The highly modified aircraft often reach speeds in excess of 400 mph, often just feet from each other.&nbsp;Andy has raced competitively for most of his life--downhill skiing, snowmobiles, motorcycles, and now airplanes. He has flow over 20 different types of aircraft and has a background in engine development. He was the 2013 "rookie of the year" and is now the reigning sport-class champion.Two things stood out to me about Andy--his engineering expertise and his passion for understanding the mental side of peak performance. His engineering background is evident as he discusses how he gains an incremental advantage with each modification to the plane. It was also fascinating to hear how he trains mentally to perform his best on race day. In this episode we talk about, in order: <ul><li>What is sport-class racing (min. 2:45)</li><li>How he got involved in racing (min. 4:00)</li><li>Why it's so difficult for a prop plane to go 400mph (min. 6:15)</li><li>What happens if a prop goes supersonic (min. 8:45)</li><li>Engine development (min. 9:15)</li><li>Engine blowing up (min. 14:00)</li><li>What a Reno race is like (min. 17:30)</li><li>Race strategies (min. 19:30)</li><li>Losing a friend while flying (min. 21:00)</li><li>Training required (min. 23:30)</li><li>Reno Race debrief (min. 25:30)</li><li>What it's like to be the champion (min. 29:15)</li><li>Breaking the 400mph barrier (min. 35:30)</li><li>Strengths of the plane, team, and him (min. 38:00)</li><li>Getting into a flow state (min. 40:30)</li><li>Performing at peak performance (min. 42:00)</li><li>How much faster he can go (min. 49:30)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

My guest today is Andy Findlay, the 2018 Reno Air Race Champion. The race, officially known as the National Air Race Championships, is a multi-day event that takes place every September. It is billed as "the worlds fastest motor sport." The highly modified aircraft often reach speeds in excess of 400 mph, often just feet from each other.&nbsp;Andy has raced competitively for most of his life--downhill skiing, snowmobiles, motorcycles, and now airplanes. He has flow over 20 different types of aircraft and has a background in engine development. He was the 2013 "rookie of the year" and is now the reigning sport-class champion.Two things stood out to me about Andy--his engineering expertise and his passion for understanding the mental side of peak performance. His engineering background is evident as he discusses how he gains an incremental advantage with each modification to the plane. It was also fascinating to hear how he trains mentally to perform his best on race day. In this episode we talk about, in order:What is sport-class racing (min. 2:45)How he got involved in racing (min. 4:00)Why it's so difficult for a prop plane to go 400mph (min. 6:15)What happens if a prop goes supersonic (min. 8:45)Engine development (min. 9:15)Engine blowing up (min. 14:00)What a Reno race is like (min. 17:30)Race strategies (min. 19:30)Losing a friend while flying (min. 21:00)Training required (min. 23:30)Reno Race debrief (min. 25:30)What it's like to be the champion (min. 29:15)Breaking the 400mph barrier (min. 35:30)Strengths of the plane, team, and him (min. 38:00)Getting into a flow state (min. 40:30)Performing at peak performance (min. 42:00)How much faster he can go (min. 49:30)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

Reno Air Race Champion on Optimizing Human and Machine Performance--Andy Findlay

Patrick Sobalvarro is the Co-Founder and CEO of Veo Robotics, a company that creates the brains for superhuman industrial robots.Patrick has more than twenty-five years of experience in computer vision, robotics, and industrial automation. Prior to founding Veo Robotics, he was the first Entrepreneur in Residence at Siemens Venture Capital.&nbsp;Patrick was also President of Rethink Robotics, creators of collaborative manufacturing robots, and founded and led the computer vision startup IntelliVid to its acquisition by Tyco International.Originally trained as a computer scientist, Patrick holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Computer Science from MIT.&nbsp;I was impressed with how Patrick was able to explain the nuances of what he does to someone outside the industry like myself. He is humble and knowledgeable which makes him a great teacher. In this episode we talk about how robots are similar to the plow-horse from the early 20th century, how Tesla automated their factory too much leading to disastrous results, computer vision, A.I., what he looks for in new-hires, and his No-Jerks policy.&nbsp; In this episode, we talk about in order:<ul><li>Insights from computer vision in stores (min. 5:30)</li><li>What defines a robot? (min. 9:30)</li><li>Industrial robotics overview (min. 14:15)</li><li>Tesla overreaching (min. 19:30)&nbsp;</li><li>Handoff between robots and humans (min. 24:30)</li><li>Removing robots from their cages (min. 33:00)</li><li>The "Moses Vest" (min. 37:45)</li><li>Computer vision (min. 39:00)</li><li>Computing power required (min. 40:30)&nbsp;</li><li>AI/machine learning&nbsp; (min. 42:00)</li><li>Future of industry (min. 47:15)</li><li>As CEO what qualities he looks for in new-hires (min. 49:45)</li><li>No-Jerks Policy (min 51:30)&nbsp;</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Patrick Sobalvarro is the Co-Founder and CEO of Veo Robotics, a company that creates the brains for superhuman industrial robots.Patrick has more than twenty-five years of experience in computer vision, robotics, and industrial automation. Prior to founding Veo Robotics, he was the first Entrepreneur in Residence at Siemens Venture Capital.&nbsp;Patrick was also President of Rethink Robotics, creators of collaborative manufacturing robots, and founded and led the computer vision startup IntelliVid to its acquisition by Tyco International.Originally trained as a computer scientist, Patrick holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Computer Science from MIT.&nbsp;I was impressed with how Patrick was able to explain the nuances of what he does to someone outside the industry like myself. He is humble and knowledgeable which makes him a great teacher. In this episode we talk about how robots are similar to the plow-horse from the early 20th century, how Tesla automated their factory too much leading to disastrous results, computer vision, A.I., what he looks for in new-hires, and his No-Jerks policy.&nbsp;In this episode, we talk about in order:Insights from computer vision in stores (min. 5:30)What defines a robot? (min. 9:30)Industrial robotics overview (min. 14:15)Tesla overreaching (min. 19:30)&nbsp;Handoff between robots and humans (min. 24:30)Removing robots from their cages (min. 33:00)The "Moses Vest" (min. 37:45)Computer vision (min. 39:00)Computing power required (min. 40:30)&nbsp;AI/machine learning&nbsp; (min. 42:00)Future of industry (min. 47:15)As CEO what qualities he looks for in new-hires (min. 49:45)No-Jerks Policy (min 51:30)&nbsp;Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

CEO and Co-Founder of Veo Robotics on superhuman robots and manufacturing--Patrick Sobalvarro

This is not a typical episode, but I felt it was worth sharing. It's a speech I gave for Memorial Day. The audio quality isn't great, but it's meaningful to me. If I can use this podcast and platform to help keep the memory of the fallen alive, then it will have all been worth it.&nbsp; --------------------------------------- Freedom isn’t free. I had the chance to take a history class with the man who coined that phrase, Col. Walter Hitchcock. His point was that living in a free democracy costs money, effort, and more than anything young men and women willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice.Though I didn’t quite understand it at the time, I do now. These young people traded in their lives and dreams so that we can live ours. Honoring their memory and sacrifice, along with their family’s sacrifice, is a small way we can begin to repay our tremendous debt to them.

This is not a typical episode, but I felt it was worth sharing. It's a speech I gave for Memorial Day. The audio quality isn't great, but it's meaningful to me. If I can use this podcast and platform to help keep the memory of the fallen alive, then it will have all been worth it.&nbsp;---------------------------------------Freedom isn’t free. I had the chance to take a history class with the man who coined that phrase, Col. Walter Hitchcock. His point was that living in a free democracy costs money, effort, and more than anything young men and women willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice.Though I didn’t quite understand it at the time, I do now. These young people traded in their lives and dreams so that we can live ours. Honoring their memory and sacrifice, along with their family’s sacrifice, is a small way we can begin to repay our tremendous debt to them.

Memorial Day Speech on combat, service, sacrifice, and remembering the fallen

Jeff Nielsen, also known as “Capt. Jeff” is the host of the very successful "Airline Pilot Guy" Podcast. After seven years in the U.S. Air Force as a C-141B and T-37 Instructor Pilot, he was hired by a very large, international “legacy” airline (we refer to it as “Acme Air”). His 30 year airline career has included flight time in the B-727 (all seats), L-1011 (First Officer), and the “Mad Dog” MD-88/90 (Captain). I had a great time talking with Capt. Jeff. He has the calm demeanor and soothing voice you'd expect from a senior airline pilot. He has a wide breath of aviation knowledge and is the subject matter expert on being an airline pilot. In order, we talk about: <ul><li>Day in the life (minute 8:30)</li><li>Difference between Air Force and civilian flying (minute 12:30)</li><li>Routines-traveling (minute 18:45)</li><li>Routines-flying: (minute 20:30)</li><li>How flying in the airlines changed over the years (minute 24:45)&nbsp;</li><li>The function of a flight engineer (minute 29:00)</li><li>Future of the industry including automation (minute 41:30). &nbsp;</li><li>Advice for people getting into the airlines (minute 49:00)</li><li>Common issues new airline pilots have (minute 51:00)</li><li>His podcast--Airline Pilot Guy (minute 52:30)</li></ul>Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Jeff Nielsen, also known as “Capt. Jeff” is the host of the very successful "Airline Pilot Guy" Podcast. After seven years in the U.S. Air Force as a C-141B and T-37 Instructor Pilot, he was hired by a very large, international “legacy” airline (we refer to it as “Acme Air”). His 30 year airline career has included flight time in the B-727 (all seats), L-1011 (First Officer), and the “Mad Dog” MD-88/90 (Captain).I had a great time talking with Capt. Jeff. He has the calm demeanor and soothing voice you'd expect from a senior airline pilot. He has a wide breath of aviation knowledge and is the subject matter expert on being an airline pilot. In order, we talk about:Day in the life (minute 8:30)Difference between Air Force and civilian flying (minute 12:30)Routines-traveling (minute 18:45)Routines-flying: (minute 20:30)How flying in the airlines changed over the years (minute 24:45)&nbsp;The function of a flight engineer (minute 29:00)Future of the industry including automation (minute 41:30). &nbsp;Advice for people getting into the airlines (minute 49:00)Common issues new airline pilots have (minute 51:00)His podcast--Airline Pilot Guy (minute 52:30)Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

Host of the "Airline Pilot Guy" podcast and one of the most senior airline pilots flying--Captain Jeff

Felicity Aston is a British Polar Explorer living in Reykjavik, Iceland. In 2012 she became the first person in the world to ski alone across Antarctica. The journey of 1744 km (1080 miles) took her 59 days and gave her a place in the book of Guinness World Records.&nbsp; More than a decade before, her first journey to Antarctica was as a meteorologist with the British Antarctic Survey to monitor climate and ozone activity. She went on to complete numerous journeys in Antarctica and other polar regions of the world including Greenland and Siberia.Felicity regularly speaks to audiences around the world about her expedition experiences as well as polar science, Antarctica and meteorology. She has written three books which have now been translated into several languages. In this episode she talks about (in order):<ul><li>Her career</li><li>How she puts together expeditions</li><li>What type of people she selects</li><li>Her leadership philosophy</li><li>Why Antartica is so amazing</li><li>Why it's so difficult to navigate during polar trips</li><li>Being utterly alone on the fringe of the world</li><li>Her mental training</li><li>Her physical training</li><li>Projects she's working on now</li></ul> Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Felicity Aston is a British Polar Explorer living in Reykjavik, Iceland. In 2012 she became the first person in the world to ski alone across Antarctica. The journey of 1744 km (1080 miles) took her 59 days and gave her a place in the book of Guinness World Records.&nbsp;More than a decade before, her first journey to Antarctica was as a meteorologist with the British Antarctic Survey to monitor climate and ozone activity. She went on to complete numerous journeys in Antarctica and other polar regions of the world including Greenland and Siberia.Felicity regularly speaks to audiences around the world about her expedition experiences as well as polar science, Antarctica and meteorology. She has written three books which have now been translated into several languages.In this episode she talks about (in order):Her careerHow she puts together expeditionsWhat type of people she selectsHer leadership philosophyWhy Antartica is so amazingWhy it's so difficult to navigate during polar tripsBeing utterly alone on the fringe of the worldHer mental trainingHer physical trainingProjects she's working on nowCheck out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comMake sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

The first woman to solo across Antarctica: polar explorer Felicity Aston

Chad Hennings is is a three time NFL Super Bowl Champion with the Dallas Cowboys, a former A-10 fighter pilot, an author, a speaker and an entrepreneur. Chad attended the United States Air Force Academy. There he was honored academically as well as on the gridiron. Named most valuable athlete at the Academy, he also earned: defensive player of the year honors from the Western Athletic Conference, a spot on the WAC’s All-Decade Team, the 1987 Outland Trophy, MVP of the 1988 Freedom Bowl, two-time Academic All-American, Academic All-American Hall of Fame, College Football Hall of Fame, and several other accolades. These achievements earned him a spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ roster.&nbsp; However, he postponed his entry into the NFL to fulfill his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. Chad entered the Euro-NATO training program and went on to fly 45 missions in operation “Provide Comfort” behind the controls of an A-10 Thunderbolt II. The operation provided support to the Kurdish refugees in northern Iraq. He received two aerial achievement medals, a humanitarian award and an outstanding unit award for his actions. Chad then joined the Dallas Cowboys, earning a starting position as a defensive lineman. He spent his entire 9-year professional football career with the Cowboys, retiring with three Super Bowl rings. He is active in several veterans’ initiatives and speaks to both businesses and non-profits on the topic of commitment. He is the author of the books, “It Takes Commitment”, “Rules of Engagement”, and “Forces of Character”.&nbsp; In this episode we talk about (in order): <ul><li>Where Chad got his passion for aviation and football</li><li>Who his mentors were growing up</li><li>What he does to surround himself with the best people</li><li>Why true strength is vulnerability&nbsp;</li><li>What his process is for setting large goals</li><li>His techniques for performing at a high level</li><li>Reframing failure</li><li>What is was like being a 25 year old rookie for the Cowboys</li><li>Balancing large goals with having a family</li><li>The power of relationships</li><li>Character</li><li>Projects he's working on now</li></ul> Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Chad Hennings is is a three time NFL Super Bowl Champion with the Dallas Cowboys, a former A-10 fighter pilot, an author, a speaker and an entrepreneur.Chad attended the United States Air Force Academy. There he was honored academically as well as on the gridiron. Named most valuable athlete at the Academy, he also earned: defensive player of the year honors from the Western Athletic Conference, a spot on the WAC’s All-Decade Team, the 1987 Outland Trophy, MVP of the 1988 Freedom Bowl, two-time Academic All-American, Academic All-American Hall of Fame, College Football Hall of Fame, and several other accolades. These achievements earned him a spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ roster.&nbsp;However, he postponed his entry into the NFL to fulfill his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. Chad entered the Euro-NATO training program and went on to fly 45 missions in operation “Provide Comfort” behind the controls of an A-10 Thunderbolt II. The operation provided support to the Kurdish refugees in northern Iraq. He received two aerial achievement medals, a humanitarian award and an outstanding unit award for his actions. Chad then joined the Dallas Cowboys, earning a starting position as a defensive lineman. He spent his entire 9-year professional football career with the Cowboys, retiring with three Super Bowl rings.He is active in several veterans’ initiatives and speaks to both businesses and non-profits on the topic of commitment. He is the author of the books, “It Takes Commitment”, “Rules of Engagement”, and “Forces of Character”.&nbsp;In this episode we talk about (in order):Where Chad got his passion for aviation and footballWho his mentors were growing upWhat he does to surround himself with the best peopleWhy true strength is vulnerability&nbsp;What his process is for setting large goalsHis techniques for performing at a high levelReframing failureWhat is was like being a 25 year old rookie for the CowboysBalancing large goals with having a familyThe power of relationshipsCharacterProjects he's working on nowMake sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

3-time NFL Super Bowl Champion and Fighter pilot--Chad Hennings

Alex Hollings writes on a breadth of subjects. His writing can be found on a number of websites; most notably FighterSweep.com, where Hollings serves as editor, TheNEWSREP.com, where Hollings serves as a Senior Staff Writer, and Popular Mechanics. He can also be heard regularly on SOFREP Radio and on All Marine Radio.&nbsp; In this episode we talk about (in order):<ul><li>How he starts an article</li><li>What his process is for developing an idea</li><li>How he structures his writing</li><li>What the timeline is for a major magazine article</li><li>What happens to the article once he submits it</li><li>How social media has changed the landscape</li><li>How journalists have changed</li><li>Does not paying for news cause bias due to clickbait articles</li><li>Advice for new people in the industry</li><li>Common mistakes by new writers</li><li>Upcoming projects</li></ul> Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/listen</a> Instagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Alex Hollings writes on a breadth of subjects. His writing can be found on a number of websites; most notably FighterSweep.com, where Hollings serves as editor, TheNEWSREP.com, where Hollings serves as a Senior Staff Writer, and Popular Mechanics. He can also be heard regularly on SOFREP Radio and on All Marine Radio.&nbsp;In this episode we talk about (in order):How he starts an articleWhat his process is for developing an ideaHow he structures his writingWhat the timeline is for a major magazine articleWhat happens to the article once he submits itHow social media has changed the landscapeHow journalists have changedDoes not paying for news cause bias due to clickbait articlesAdvice for new people in the industryCommon mistakes by new writersUpcoming projectsCheck out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/listenInstagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

A day in the life of an Editor and Writer--Alex Hollings

Terry Virts is a U.S. Air Force test / fighter pilot and a NASA veteran of two spaceflights – a two-week mission onboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 2010 and a 200-day flight to the Space Station in 2015. He is a leader, speaker, and author who is currently working on multiple projects, including a new book and television series.His seven months in space included piloting the Space Shuttle, commanding the International Space Station, three spacewalks, and performing scientific experiments, all while working closely with multiple international partners. Virts flew with and led Russian Space Agency cosmonauts during some of the most tense relations with Russia since the Cold War.While in space he took more than 319,000 photos – the most of any space mission. These images are an integral component of the IMAX film A Beautiful Planet, which Virts helped film and appears in.In this episode we talk about (in order):<ul><li>What it's like to take the elevator up to the space shuttle</li><li>His launch day routines&nbsp;</li><li>Launching into space</li><li>Re-entering the earth in both the space shuttle and Soyuz</li><li>How the space shuttle glides compared to an F-16</li><li>Commanding the ISS&nbsp;</li><li>Leadership</li><li>What he looks for in future astronauts&nbsp;</li><li>His vision of space exploration in the next decade</li><li>What an astronaut debrief is like</li><li>Projects he's working on right now</li></ul> Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Terry Virts is a U.S. Air Force test / fighter pilot and a NASA veteran of two spaceflights – a two-week mission onboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 2010 and a 200-day flight to the Space Station in 2015. He is a leader, speaker, and author who is currently working on multiple projects, including a new book and television series.His seven months in space included piloting the Space Shuttle, commanding the International Space Station, three spacewalks, and performing scientific experiments, all while working closely with multiple international partners. Virts flew with and led Russian Space Agency cosmonauts during some of the most tense relations with Russia since the Cold War.While in space he took more than 319,000 photos – the most of any space mission. These images are an integral component of the IMAX film A Beautiful Planet, which Virts helped film and appears in.In this episode we talk about (in order):What it's like to take the elevator up to the space shuttleHis launch day routines&nbsp;Launching into spaceRe-entering the earth in both the space shuttle and SoyuzHow the space shuttle glides compared to an F-16Commanding the ISS&nbsp;LeadershipWhat he looks for in future astronauts&nbsp;His vision of space exploration in the next decadeWhat an astronaut debrief is likeProjects he's working on right nowMake sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

Launching into space and commanding the International Space Station--NASA astronaut Terry Virts

Minute 47:00 of this episode has a story that nearly brought a tear to my eye.&nbsp; Having been deployed to combat, I've seen the incredible team effort to save lives that he talks about.&nbsp; It's truly awe inspiring to see the military men and women, most under 30 years old, come together and sacrifice so that others may live.&nbsp; I am confident that as long as I live, I will never see a focused team effort like I did in the mountains of Afghanistan.&nbsp; It's unfortunate that war seems to be the catalyst for this cohesiveness, but for those who had the experience, it's a memory that won't be forgotten.&nbsp; Dr. Patten may be the newest person to hold the title "Most Interesting Man in the World."&nbsp; He was an F-16 fighter pilot in the Air National Guard for 10 years before going to medical school and becoming an emergency room doctor.&nbsp; He has also remained a fire fighter for the Millbrook Fire Department since 2001. In this episode he talks about time management skills, goal setting, overcoming high pressure situations, and staying passionate.&nbsp; He also shares several amazing stories along the way.&nbsp; Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram-- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a> Facebook--<a href="https://www.facebook.com/justinfighterpilot/">@justinfighterpilot</a>

Minute 47:00 of this episode has a story that nearly brought a tear to my eye.&nbsp; Having been deployed to combat, I've seen the incredible team effort to save lives that he talks about.&nbsp; It's truly awe inspiring to see the military men and women, most under 30 years old, come together and sacrifice so that others may live.&nbsp; I am confident that as long as I live, I will never see a focused team effort like I did in the mountains of Afghanistan.&nbsp; It's unfortunate that war seems to be the catalyst for this cohesiveness, but for those who had the experience, it's a memory that won't be forgotten.&nbsp; Dr. Patten may be the newest person to hold the title "Most Interesting Man in the World."&nbsp; He was an F-16 fighter pilot in the Air National Guard for 10 years before going to medical school and becoming an emergency room doctor.&nbsp; He has also remained a fire fighter for the Millbrook Fire Department since 2001.In this episode he talks about time management skills, goal setting, overcoming high pressure situations, and staying passionate.&nbsp; He also shares several amazing stories along the way.&nbsp; Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram-- @justinfighterpilotFacebook--@justinfighterpilot

Fighter Pilot, ER Doctor, and Firefighter: the most interesting man in the world (part II)--Jason Patten

Gunnar Jeanette is a professional race car driver. At the age of 18 he became the youngest ever driver to finish the 24 hours of Le Mans. He has since raced there an additional seven times. He also competed in the American Le Mans Series, the Rolex Sports Car Series, and the World Endurance Championship—winning the 2005 Gran Am Cup team championship, the 2011 ALMS LMPC Driver Championship, and the 2013 ELMS GTE Team Championship. He currently races in the IMSA Weathertech Championship.In addition to being a professional race car driver, Gunnar is an avid skydiver, having logged thousands of skydives and hundreds of base jumps. Gunnar has participated in several world record skydives and has been featured on MTV, People Magazine, and USA Today and more.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I this conversation he talks about racing on the world stage at 18, his physical and mental training, and what makes a great driver. He describes the unique requirement of endurance racing and how he “rests” on the straightaways traveling over 200 mph. He also talks to commercial off the shelf simulator he uses at home to prepare for race day.&nbsp; Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Gunnar Jeanette is a professional race car driver. At the age of 18 he became the youngest ever driver to finish the 24 hours of Le Mans. He has since raced there an additional seven times. He also competed in the American Le Mans Series, the Rolex Sports Car Series, and the World Endurance Championship—winning the 2005 Gran Am Cup team championship, the 2011 ALMS LMPC Driver Championship, and the 2013 ELMS GTE Team Championship. He currently races in the IMSA Weathertech Championship.In addition to being a professional race car driver, Gunnar is an avid skydiver, having logged thousands of skydives and hundreds of base jumps. Gunnar has participated in several world record skydives and has been featured on MTV, People Magazine, and USA Today and more.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I this conversation he talks about racing on the world stage at 18, his physical and mental training, and what makes a great driver. He describes the unique requirement of endurance racing and how he “rests” on the straightaways traveling over 200 mph. He also talks to commercial off the shelf simulator he uses at home to prepare for race day.&nbsp;Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Race Car Champion and youngest to finish the 24 hours of Le Mans --Gunnar Jeannette

Mike Doyle is an active Special Weapons and Tactics team member, known as S.W.A.T.&nbsp; He also hosts a podcast called Tactical Tangents that delves into decision making, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork. &nbsp;The mission of the S.W.A.T. team is to provide the police department with the capability to resolve high-risk situations.&nbsp; Examples of their missions include hostage situations, barricaded suspects, high-risk search warrants and raids, VIP protection details, and counter-sniper. &nbsp;S.W.A.T specialties include snipers, explosive breaching, chemical and less-lethal munitions, armored personal carrier operations, tactical medics, tactical robot operations, and entry specialists.Mike also works as a K9 handler, tactical medic and as a police firearms instructor.&nbsp; In this podcast he goes into the S.W.A.T mentality, who thrives during the training, and what is like entering a barricaded building.&nbsp; He also gives shooting tips for beginner and intermediate shooters.Also, I’m giving away the F-35 patch I’ve been flying with.You can win it by 1. Writing a review on iTunes, 2. subscribing to the show, and 3. sharing your favorite episode as a post on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.&nbsp; Email me some proof at justin@professionalsplaybook.com or DM me @justinfighterpilot on facebook or instagram.If you’ve already written a review, thank you—it really means a lot—convince a friend to subscribe and share your favorite episode and that will be good enough.&nbsp; Check out all the interviews at <a href="https://www.professionalsplaybook.com/">https://www.professionalsplaybook.com</a> Instagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Mike Doyle is an active Special Weapons and Tactics team member, known as S.W.A.T.&nbsp; He also hosts a podcast called Tactical Tangents that delves into decision making, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork. &nbsp;The mission of the S.W.A.T. team is to provide the police department with the capability to resolve high-risk situations.&nbsp; Examples of their missions include hostage situations, barricaded suspects, high-risk search warrants and raids, VIP protection details, and counter-sniper. &nbsp;S.W.A.T specialties include snipers, explosive breaching, chemical and less-lethal munitions, armored personal carrier operations, tactical medics, tactical robot operations, and entry specialists.Mike also works as a K9 handler, tactical medic and as a police firearms instructor.&nbsp; In this podcast he goes into the S.W.A.T mentality, who thrives during the training, and what is like entering a barricaded building.&nbsp; He also gives shooting tips for beginner and intermediate shooters.Also, I’m giving away the F-35 patch I’ve been flying with.You can win it by 1. Writing a review on iTunes, 2. subscribing to the show, and 3. sharing your favorite episode as a post on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.&nbsp; Email me some proof at justin@professionalsplaybook.com or DM me @justinfighterpilot on facebook or instagram.If you’ve already written a review, thank you—it really means a lot—convince a friend to subscribe and share your favorite episode and that will be good enough.&nbsp; Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Similarities between the S.W.A.T. team and fighter pilots--Mike Doyle

*Ranked "A 2019 Top Podcast" by Stitcher* Join Air Force F-35 fighter pilot Major Justin Lee as he interviews world-class performers. From NASA astronauts to NFL Super Bowl Champions to Top Gun fighter pilots to Founders and CEO's of companies--he talks with the top people in their field so that you can be ahead of the curve at your job. He dives into their routines and mindset behind success--exploring decision making, prioritizing, exercise, time management, self-talk, and more. Major Lee has 8 years of experience flying both the F-16 and F-35. In 2016, he was selected as Shaw Air Force Base’s Top Instructor Pilot of the year. In 2017, he returned from Afghanistan where his squadron dropped the most ordnance since the opening days of the war. He has 4 Air Medals and nearly 400 hours of Combat Flight Time. Maximize your potential using these experts' techniques in leadership, goal setting, family balance, character building, mental toughness, visualization, emotional intelligence, rapport building, negotiation, teamwork, and more.

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