In this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we are joined by special guest John Gucci Foley, a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels. Gucci shares his remarkable journey from a child at an air show to becoming a naval pilot, highlighting the importance of having a clear vision and belief in oneself. He discusses the concept of the “Glad to Be Here” mindset and the Diamond Performance Framework, emphasizing the power of gratitude and raising belief levels. Gucci also touches on the challenges of transitioning from a decorated military career to the civilian sector and offers valuable insights on building trust and finding camaraderie. Tune in to gain inspiration and learn how gratitude can shape your life.
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Key Takeaways
- Starting the day with a gratitude practice, such as the “glad to be here wake up,” can train the brain to wake up happy and set a positive tone for the day.
- Embracing challenges and obstacles as opportunities for growth and learning can lead to personal and professional development.
- Beliefs play a crucial role in performance, and raising belief levels can lead to higher levels of success.
- Building trust starts with being competent, committed, having good character, and being consistent.
- Trusting oneself is essential before trusting others, and building trust within oneself involves being trustworthy and surrounding oneself with a trustworthy community.
- Giving before receiving can bring a sense of fulfillment and purpose.
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Guest
John 'Gucci' Foley
Blue Angel | Author | Keynote Speaker | PhilanthropistGucci is a navy veteran, former Blue Angel, and now one of the most sought after keynote speakers. He is the creator of the Glad to be Here mindset and the Diamond Performance Framework, as well as the author of Fearless Success.