Podcasts about hidden drivers

My guest today came on the show at a time I feel many can relate to– that is a time of uncertainty, high stress, and new challenges that some are facing. This isn't your average high performance coach telling us the hacks and strategies to handle these times, my guest is whom you would call a master of uncertainty.  My guest today is former Navy Seal commander Rich Diviney.  In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments—eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Since his retirement in early 2017, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co., Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek (Sin- ick)  Inc. He's taught leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, the San Francisco 49ers, and Zoom.  In more than two decades of leading, training, and coaching top performers, Rich Diviney (founder of the SEALs' “Mind Gym”) discovered that the key to consistent optimal performance isn't just preparation—it's how individuals and teams turn the stress of uncertain and complex situations to their advantage. They are Masters of Uncertainty. On our previous episode on the show we talked about his first book: THE ATTRIBUTES: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Where he explores the very clear difference between attributes and skills. Now in this episode we talk about his new book: Masters Of Uncertainty: The Navy Seal Way To Turn Stress Into Success For You and Your Team.  In this episode we talk about:  Understanding Fear: Uncertainty and Anxiety Peak Performance vs. Optimal Performance Energy Management in High-Stress Environments Moving Horizons: A Strategy for Managing Uncertainty The Power of Identity in Behavior Staying Calm Under Pressure Tools to manage high stress, Turn any uncertain or chaotic moment into an opportunity For full show notes and episode resources head to:https://ericalippy.com/rich-diviney2/ Watch episode on YouTube Find our guest at: Rich Diviney: Website, Instagram,  YouTube  Grab The Masters Of Uncertainty Book Take The Attributes Assessment: Discount 10% off code: PASSIONLOVEPURSUIT10 Follow me on Social Media: Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit YouTube PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/    

Many mothers quietly carry the weight of chronic anxiety, perfectionism, and self-doubt—often misattributing these patterns to personality flaws or failure. In this revealing episode, maternal mental health expert Kate Kripke joins The Light Inside to expose the subconscious and physiological roots of maternal anxiety, uncovering how early emotional conditioning, nervous system dysregulation, and internalized beliefs like “I am not enough” shape modern motherhood.Together, we explore how these hidden forces contribute to cycles of over-functioning, emotional suppression, and the need for control—all while impacting children through subtle physiological cues and intergenerational stress transmission. Kate outlines a science-backed framework to break free: Curiosity, Compassion, and Choice—tools that empower mothers to move from survival mode to secure, embodied connection.This conversation is a must-listen for parents, caregivers, and professionals seeking to understand the deeper, trauma-informed roots of maternal stress and how to rewire these unconscious patterns for a more regulated, connected life.Episode CreditsGuest: Kate Kripke — Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Maternal Mental Health Specialist, and Founder of the Postpartum Wellness Center of Boulder.Host & Executive Producer: Jeffrey BeseckerProduced by: The Light Inside PodcastWritten & Researched by: Anna GetzAudio Production: Aloft MediaFor more insightful episodes, visit us at www.thelightinside.site and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.

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Ever wonder why you say yes when you mean no, stay stuck inpatterns, or chase things that don't fulfill you? You're not broken—you're justfollowing invisible rules written by your past. In this episode, discover thevalues secretly shaping your life and how to change them so you can startliving on your terms.

In this episode of the Rich Mind Podcast, Randy Wilson and Greg Junge delve into more of the insights gained from the UPW event with Tony Robbins.   They explore the fundamental question of why we do what we do, discussing the six primal needs that drive human behavior.   The conversation emphasizes the importance of certainty, variety, significance, and connection in our lives, while also addressing the challenges of self-love and recognition.   Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they encourage listeners to embrace change, celebrate their achievements, and foster meaningful connections with others.   In this conversation, Randy Wilson and Greg Junge explore the themes of love, growth, contribution, and expectations.   They discuss the importance of giving love to others and oneself, the necessity of personal growth, and the joy that comes from contributing to the lives of others.   They also touch on the challenges of managing expectations and how they can impact self-love and fulfillment.   Ready to take your life to the Next Level? If so, we have the Perfect Gift just for you. Head over to ➡️ https://www.richmind.co and grab the Ultimate Productivity Guide “Unleash Your Peak” ___________________ Grab a copy of Greg's book ‘Teen Money Mindset and begin creating the financial freedom you desire ▶️ Teen Money Mindset on Amazon ___________________ We'd Love to stay connected…Head over to richmind.co to grab all of our FREE resources as well as connect with us directly at info@richmind.co

"You have to be curious. You have to enjoy the problems as opposed to view them as problems. You can view them as puzzle pieces that you get to put together, which is a lot of fun." In this episode of The Biotech Startups Podcast, Rabia Khan shares the pivotal experiences that shaped her approach to biotech innovation, from her time at BenevolentAI and Sensyne Health to building and leading high-performance teams at the intersection of biology, machine learning, and clinical data. Rabia discusses the challenges of aligning scientists and engineers around a shared language, the importance of integrating platform and program development, and the cultural shifts needed to drive real innovation in drug discovery. She also reflects on the value of curiosity, risk-taking, and the lessons learned from managing major pharma partnerships and scaling teams under intense pressure.

On this episode, we’ll be discussing the hidden drivers of consumer choice with guest expert Nika Kabiri. She has spent 25+ years studying decision-making, with 15 of those in consumer insights. She has taught Decision Science at the University of Washington, and her expertise in decision-making has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, the...

In this episode, I sit down with retired Navy SEAL commander and performance expert Rich Diviney who reveals the revolutionary "Mastering Uncertainty Method" - a science-backed approach that elite military operators use to thrive under pressure when things don't go according to plan.Drawing from over two decades of experience leading and training top performers (including founding the SEALs' "Mind Gym"), Rich breaks down how anyone can harness uncertainty as an advantage rather than a liability. We explore how Navy SEALs develop mental toughness, make decisive decisions under extreme pressure, and leverage their innate human capabilities to excel in chaotic environments.Rich shares practical strategies to:Transform uncertain moments into opportunitiesTap into your body's natural performance engine during difficult challengesMaintain composure under pressureImprove performance when stakes are highestUnderstand your "raw self" to determine optimal actions in any scenarioAvoid the traps causing 95% of teams to underperformBuild the four domains of trust essential to high-performing teamsWhether facing uncertainty in your personal or professional life, this conversation provides actionable insights to develop the mindset of an elite operator.As Simon Sinek says about Rich's work: "Easy to understand and simple to implement, Masters of Uncertainty is essential for any person or team that wants to operate even better than they do now."As Andrew Huberman writes in the foreword to Rich's latest book, and the focal point of today's podcast, Masters of Uncertainty: "This book is a practical guide for how to wake up and be the most effective version of yourself, how to bring that to all your life's challenges, and (most importantly) how to perpetually bounce upward and forward when pushed back or under pressure... and in so doing, exceed your previous self and performance—over and over and over.""People like Rich Diviney are rare: because of what they know, for what they have proved capable of doing, and for their ability to teach it to others... This book will powerfully shift how you view and approach life—its challenges and its less challenging moments too—for the better."Grab a Copy of The Books Here:- Masters of Uncertainty: https://amzn.to/41RdlB1- The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance: https://amzn.to/42aEdLhSpecial Offer:Unlock Your Leadership Potential. Use the code PETERBELL15 to get a 15% discount on The Attributes Assessment at theattributes.com.Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe now!Host: Peter BellGuest: Rich DivineyPete's Socials:Website ▹ https://www.purposemade.uk/LinkedIn ▹ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-george-bell/Instagram ▹ https://www.instagram.com/thepeterbell/Rich's Socials:Website ▹ https://theattributes.com/all-attributes/LinkedIn ▹ https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/Instagram ▹ https://www.instagram.com/rich_diviney/?hl=enThis podcast was recorded and produced by Purpose Made, dedicated to helping you achieve your highest potential. Join our tribe and lets grow together https://plus.acast.com/s/purpose-made-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Burnout Recovery Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jo Braid, listeners are taken on an insightful journey into the world of psychosocial risk factors in healthcare workplaces and how they contribute to burnout. Dr. Braid shares research-driven insights, personal experiences from her recent locum work, and practical strategies for both individuals and organizations to address these challenges. Tune in to discover actionable ways to navigate workplace stressors and foster a healthier, more resilient work environment.Resources:https://drjobraid.comwww.linkedin.com/in/drjobraidwww.instagram.com/burnoutrecoverydr I acknowledge that I create this podcast on the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people, who have been the custodians of this land around Orange, New South Wales, for thousands of generations. I pay my respects to Wiradjuri Elders past, present, and emerging, and recognize the continuing connection to land, waters, and culture. This acknowledgment is a small but important step in recognizing the sovereignty of First Nations peoples and the deep historical and ongoing relationship with Country. Disclaimer: The information provided on or through our Site, products and/or services is intended to be for informational purposes only. It does not constitute or replace professional advice for individual or specific situations and nor does it take into account your specific needs or circumstances. Under no circumstances should the content made available on our Site, or regarding our products and/or services be relied upon as professional legal, medical, financial, business or other advice. You agree to obtain these services if you need these. Our Site may have articles and content that is of a general nature and is intended to be for informational purposes only. Your access to and use of they Site is subject to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest rates, market booms, crashes—there's always hype, but what's the reality? Nathan breaks down the uncertainty in the property market, what the media says, and how it all impacts buyer decisions. Tune in to the episode and get the real insights!

Send us a textThe battle against sin is far deeper than most Christians realize. In this thought-provoking episode, Jonathan and Sean tackle the crucial distinction between the "fruit" of sin (our outward behaviors) and the "root" of sin (the internal heart issues driving those actions).Using the powerful analogy of weeds that keep returning after being cut down, they explain why merely addressing external behaviors without confronting underlying causes leads to an endless cycle of struggle and defeat. Through honest, sometimes uncomfortable exploration, they reveal how common sins like gluttony, gossip, and holding grudges actually stem from deeper heart issues including pride, judgmental attitudes, unforgiveness, and spiritual complacency.What makes this conversation truly valuable is their willingness to address these sensitive topics with equal measures of biblical truth and grace. While they don't shy away from calling sin what it is, they remind listeners that God's forgiveness is always available and that spiritual growth is a journey requiring patience with ourselves and others. The hosts share personal struggles, practical solutions, and powerful scripture references that help listeners identify and address both the visible "fruits" and the hidden "roots" of sin in their own lives.Whether you're a new believer struggling to overcome persistent temptations or a long-time Christian seeking deeper transformation, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on why behavior modification alone isn't enough. By examining your heart's motivations and surrendering both the roots and fruits of sin to God, you can experience the true freedom and peace that Christ promises to those who follow Him.Ready to dig deeper in your spiritual journey? This episode provides the tools to start excavating what's beneath the surface of your struggles, guiding you toward lasting change rather than temporary fixes.Support the show

Top performers don't just show up—they train, think, and execute at an elite level. In Part 1 of this powerhouse conversation with Doug Wyatt, we explore the mindset and daily routines that drive massive success. Whether you're struggling with consistency or looking to reach the next level, this episode lays out the blueprint for winning in sales and life.We'll cover how to build an unstoppable mindset, why morning routines dictate your outcomes, and why entitlement is the enemy of success. Plus, we break down the psychology of elite performers, decision-making strategies, and the powerful impact of self-discipline.What You'll Learn in This Episode:

In this high value episode, Callum and Rebecca Jenkins are joined by Rich Diviney, a former Navy SEAL commander with over two decades of leadership experience, leading elite teams in some of the world's most challenging environments. Rich is also a human performance expert, and the author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance, Rich Diviney offers deep insights into the key traits that make a true leader. From thoughts of becoming a naval aviator to commanding high-performing units, Rich shares  invaluable leadership lessons and attributes that have shaped his career and the success of his teams. He shares practical tips to implement in business. This conversation dives into the critical difference between skills and attributes, shedding light on why businesses must focus on this to create effective teams capable of performing under pressure. In this episode, Rich talks about: The Key Leadership Attributes (05:12): Discover the powerful traits that define success in high-stakes environments and how they apply to leadership. Skills vs. Attributes (08:23): Rich explains why attributes like resilience, adaptability, and emotional intelligence are just as important, if not more so, than technical skills. Unlocking Potential with Attributes Inc. (12:56): How Rich's company applies military, neuroscience, and psychological insights to help organisations build high-performing teams. Perseverance vs. Resilience (20:42): The nuanced difference between these two traits and how to cultivate them in your team. Building Team Trust (28:11): Rich discusses how small behaviors and consistent actions can build lasting trust, even in the most stressful situations. The Science of Team Dynamics (33:59): Learn how subtle behavioral shifts can dramatically improve team cohesion and performance under pressure. Memorable Quotes from Rich Diviney. “When the stakes are high, it's not the skills you have—it's the attributes you rely on.” “Leadership is about understanding the people you're leading, knowing their strengths, and pushing them to achieve their best under pressure.” “Trust isn't built with grand gestures—it's built with small, consistent actions over time.” Resources Mentioned: Rich Diviney's book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance The Attributes Assessment Tool: theattributes.com Simon Sinek's work on trust: simonsinek.com Connect with Rich Diviney:   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richdiviney Instagram: @rich_diviney   ----more---- Subscribe & Follow: If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow the Lead To Succeed podcast for more insights on leadership and business growth. The podcast is brought to you by RJEN https://RJEN.co.uk WIN AND SCALE HIGH VALUE CLIENTS If you want to secure high value and enterprise clients. JOIN OUR ONLINE EVENTS HERE https://subscribepage.io/rjenevents Connect with the show hosts below. Callum Jenkins https://www.linkedin.com/in/callumjenkins/ Rebecca Jenkins https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccajenkins-rjen/  

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Rich Diviney, a retired Navy SEAL officer and author, to delve into the complexities of performance and negotiation. Rich shares his experiences from his 21-year career in the U.S. Navy, unraveling the distinctions between attributes and skills and how these can be harnessed for optimal negotiation outcomes. The conversation covers the essential attributes required for tough conversations, including empathy, adaptability, and resilience, and offers practical methods for developing these characteristics. Whether you're navigating high-pressure environments or everyday business challenges, this episode provides a roadmap for enhancing your negotiation capabilities. What Will Be Covered: The difference between attributes and skills in performance and negotiation. Essential attributes for effective negotiation under pressure. Practical steps to develop and assess key attributes for high performance. Connect with Rich Diviney theattributes.com Buy the Book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance Pre-order the Book: Masters of Uncertainty: The Navy SEAL Way to Turn Stress into Success For You and Your Team Follow Rich on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Rich Diviney, a retired Navy SEAL officer and author, to delve into the complexities of performance and negotiation. Rich shares his experiences from his 21-year career in the U.S. Navy, unraveling the distinctions between attributes and skills and how these can be harnessed for optimal negotiation outcomes. The conversation covers the essential attributes required for tough conversations, including empathy, adaptability, and resilience, and offers practical methods for developing these characteristics. Whether you're navigating high-pressure environments or everyday business challenges, this episode provides a roadmap for enhancing your negotiation capabilities. What Will Be Covered: The difference between attributes and skills in performance and negotiation. Essential attributes for effective negotiation under pressure. Practical steps to develop and assess key attributes for high performance. Connect with Rich Diviney theattributes.com Buy the Book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance Pre-order the Book: Masters of Uncertainty: The Navy SEAL Way to Turn Stress into Success For You and Your Team Follow Rich on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

Your Inner Journey: Beliefs Become Behaviors In this episode of 'Your Inner Journey from Here to There' on IBGR Network, hosts Donna Kunde and Londina Cruz introduce the concept that 'Beliefs Drive Behaviors.' They discuss how ingrained beliefs from past generations, like the pot roast story, shape actions and decisions in both life and business. The episode highlights the importance of identifying and replacing limiting beliefs to achieve desired outcomes. The hosts also elaborate on hidden belief systems, the impact of childhood experiences, and the challenges of unlearning detrimental beliefs. Listeners are encouraged to examine their results and make necessary changes to their belief systems for personal and professional growth. 00:00 Introduction to Your Inner Journey 01:04 The Power of Beliefs 02:43 Identifying Limiting Beliefs 06:44 Replacing Negative Beliefs 07:49 Challenging and Changing Beliefs 10:25 Upcoming Shows Overview

The Power of Values in Determining FulfilmentValues are the guiding principles that shape our identity and influence our decisions, behaviours, and relationships. Heather Masters delves into the importance of understanding our values and how they act as a compass in navigating life's challenges. By reflecting on personal experiences and identifying core values, we can align our goals with what truly matters to us, leading to greater fulfilment and motivation. The episode explores practical steps for uncovering values, including the impact of context and how values can shift over time. Heather emphasises that recognising and resolving values conflicts is crucial for fostering meaningful connections and navigating the complexities of our rapidly changing world.The Details:Heather Masters offers a profound examination of values and their significance in our lives. Values are portrayed as the foundation of our identity, deeply influencing how we perceive the world and interact with those around us. The episode presents a compelling argument for the necessity of identifying and understanding one's values, suggesting that they serve as crucial navigational tools in both personal and professional realms. Heather articulates several methodologies for uncovering core values, encouraging listeners to reflect on their life experiences and the motivations driving their actions. Values Levels and Spiral DynamicsThe discussion extends beyond the individual, exploring how values shape community dynamics and can lead to conflicts when differing belief systems collide. Heather introduces concepts from Dr. Clare Graves' research on values systems, illustrating how these frameworks can help us understand societal behaviours and conflicts. The episode culminates in an empowering call to action, urging listeners to engage in a values elicitation process to uncover their guiding principles. By aligning actions with their core values, individuals can not only enhance their personal happiness but also contribute to a more harmonious society. This insightful reflection on values provides a roadmap for self-discovery and deeper interpersonal relationships.Takeaways: Understanding your values is crucial as they act as a compass for navigating life's challenges. Values influence our decisions and motivations, shaping how we interact with the world. Identifying core values can reveal why certain goals may feel unattainable or in conflict. Recognising the hierarchy of values helps us understand our behaviours and motivations better. Values operate at both conscious and unconscious levels, impacting our decision-making processes. Engaging with our values can enhance our happiness by aligning our actions with what truly matters. Chapters:00:48 - Exploring Values in Our Lives04:16 - Identifying Core Values08:50 - Understanding Value Systems12:39 - The Importance of Values in Today's Society18:59 - Navigating Values in a Complex WorldLet me know your biggest takeaways from this episode!Share on social and Please like, share and subscribe. It really helps the podcast and I so appreciate it!----------------------------------------------------------------------If you would like more content like this sign up for my Sunday Newsletter and Join our community who are redefining what it means to thrive in the NEW world. Click here to subscribe and get some cool bonuses to help you immediately:

> Sign Up For Our Newsletter: http://www.firsthuman.com/being-human-newsletter/   My guest this week is Rich Diviney, a retired US Navy Commander and former Navy SEAL, who, over his illustrious career, has become a thought leader in optimal performance, authoring the influential book "The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance". Rich's journey emphasizes the critical role of soft skills and character traits in achieving excellence. Drawing from systems theory, he underscores that a team's success hinges on the interactions between its members rather than their individual prowess. With a mission to translate military-won insights into the business world, Rich advocates for the clear articulation and teaching of key performance attributes. We discuss: When he knew he was going to survive Hell Week As a Navy Commander, the attributes he most values for high performance How to develop attributes What he misses most about the Navy Why skills training is going to become less relevant Links: Rich's Website The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance - The Book

In this episode, we sit down with Rich Diviney, a bestselling author, leadership expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander with over 20 years of service, including 13 overseas deployments. As the former officer in charge of training for SEAL Team Six, Rich developed a deep understanding of the core attributes that drive elite performance.Rich's first book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers to Optimal Performance, reveals the innate qualities that distinguish top performers in high-pressure environments. His groundbreaking Attributes Performance Method has transformed hiring and team building for organizations around the world.Rich is now working on his second book, Masters of Uncertainty, which focuses on strategies for thriving in uncertain, high-stress environments—just like a Navy SEAL.In this episode, Rich shares invaluable leadership insights, including his top tip: empowering your team by telling them, "I need you." Listen in to discover how this simple phrase fosters trust, respect, and high performance.BONUS: Take Rich's Attributes Assessment with a 15% discount using the code PERKS15! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast is brought to you by Deel, the all-in-one global people platform. Deel's fully managed global payroll simplifies international team management. With Deel, you can easily and compliantly pay all worker types in 100+ countries and 200+ currencies. Learn more: https://www.deel.com/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_aware_branding_nickday_podcast_gp-nickday-mar24_gp_all&utm_content=aware_gp_podcast_gp-nickdayseptrefresh-audio_enWelcome to The HR L&D Podcast, where we explore the intersections of human resources and learning & development. I'm your host, Nick Day, and today we're joined by Rich Diviney, a retired Navy SEAL commander and founder of "The Attributes Inc."Rich's 20-year military career includes over thirteen overseas deployments and leadership of elite SEAL selection processes. Now, his consulting firm combines SEAL expertise with neuroscience and psychology to unlock human potential in business, sports, and military contexts.Rich is also the author of the bestselling book "The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance" and has worked with clients like Google, Lexus, Deloitte, Bank of America and even the San Francisco 49ers!Today we will be unlocking Rich's unique insights on building high-performing teams and applying SEAL experience to HR and L&D.Key Highlights:Attributes vs. Skills: Rich Diviney explains why attributes like adaptability and resilience are more crucial than skills in stressful environments.Dynamic Leadership: Learn how high-performing teams use dynamic subordination, shifting leadership based on who's best suited for the moment.Recruitment Insights: Rich shares tips on assessing key attributes like adaptability and open-mindedness during the hiring process.Empathy in Leadership: Discover why empathy is an undervalued yet essential attribute for effective leadership in today's corporate world.Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/919cf6b9eaSign up to the HR L&D Newsletter - https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/23e7b153e7Connect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-divineyLearn more about Rich's work: https://theattributes.comConnect with Nick Day:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Of course, if you are an HR or L&D professional listening to this podcast and you have an HR, HRIS or L&D related vacancy that you would love some specialist HR recruitment support with – please also get in touch with me! I would love to help show you what a great HR recruitment experience feels like! You can reach out to me directly at nick@jgarecruitment.com or give me a call – 01727800377.Thanks for listening folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast real soon!(00:00) Introduction to Rich Diviney and ‘The Attributes'(02:15 Attributes

Rich Diviney is a leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander.  As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich was intimately involved in an extremely specialized SEAL selection process, which pared down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. Today, Rich shares how in working with and selecting top special operators for decades, there are hidden drivers of performance beyond the obvious skills. These attributes, including adaptability, courage and perseverance, shape how we perform as individuals and as part of a team. My friends, if you want to learn how to develop these key attributes and perform optimally, at any time, in any situation, this conversation is for you.

What separates those who conquer challenges from those who stumble? Do you have what it takes to succeed in any situation? According to retired Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney, true optimal performance goes beyond just skill. It's all about THE ATTRIBUTES.In the latest episode of the Purpose Made Podcast, I sit down with Rich Diviney to uncover "The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance." With over 21 years of service and 13 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Rich shares profound insights into human performance, revealing the hidden attributes that fuel success.Discover the power of cunning, adaptability, courage, even narcissism--that determine how resilient or perseverant we are, and the crucial difference between peak and optimal performance. Learn about dynamic leadership, the surprising role of humour, and actionable strategies to thrive under stress and uncertainty.Rich's insights help you understand the attributes that drive elite performance, both in the military and everyday life. This episode is packed with takeaways on developing your performance and leading high-performing teams.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:09 Meet Rich Diviney01:24 Rich's Journey and Career02:49 The Reality of Navy SEALS05:19 Mental Toughness and Attributes in SEAL Training07:55 Optimal vs. Peak Performance14:42 Leadership in High-Performing Teams18:11 The Role of Humour in High-Performing Teams23:21 Mindset and Motivations Behind the Book23:36 Defining Skills vs. Attributes24:40 The Nature of Attributes27:37 Developing Attributes29:33 The Role of Environment in Attribute Development31:06 Enhancing Attributes in Practice33:24 Mindset and Neuroplasticity37:32 Understanding and Leveraging Personal Attributes41:32 Building High-Performing Teams42:56 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysChatting with Rich was an absolute pleasure. Delving into his military background, we uncover more than tales of physical endurance. This is a conversation that explores the core of our disposition and mindset. This is an essential conversation for anyone seeking optimal performance, it serves as a powerful guide to understanding how our attributes shape our realities and outcomes and how we can refine these traits to achieve optimal performance across all areas of our lives.For those who prefer video content, our discussion is available on YouTube. As always, you can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Unlock the secrets of elite performance from one of the elite. May this conversation inspire and motivate you to push beyond your limits and transform your understanding of human performance.Special Offer:Unlock Your Leadership Potential. Use the code PETERBELL15 to get a 15% discount on The Attributes Assessment at theattributes.com.Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe now!Host: Peter BellGuest: Rich DivineyThis podcast was recorded and produced by Purpose Made, dedicated to helping you achieve your highest potential. Join our tribe and lets grow together https://plus.acast.com/s/purpose-made-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Focus on attributes, not skills.So often, we are easily impressed by what we see on resumes or how someone performed during their last big project. But here's the truth: skills are just one piece of the puzzle.If we focus too much on skills, we risk overlooking one of the most important drivers of human performance–attributes.Attributes play a key role not only in our daily tasks but also in navigating stress, challenges, and uncertainty when plans go awry. So, how can you leverage these attributes to improve your own or your team's performance? Fortunately, today's guest will help us unpack all there is to know about attributes.Meet Rich Diviney. Rich is a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. As the officer in charge of training for the elite SEAL Teams, Rich was intimately involved in the highly specialized selection process, which pared down a group of already exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. During this work, he gained insight and passion for writing about the innate qualities we all possess, resulting in his first book, “The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers to Optimal Performance.” which is what we discuss today.In this episode, Rich explains the differences between attributes and skills, the types of attributes essential to optimal performance, and tips on how you or your team can improve them.Plus, in the extended episode available to Podcast+ members, Rich reveals the attributes best suited for managerial roles and shares some tips on designing an interview process to assess a candidate's attributes.Join the conversation now!Get FREE mini-episode guides with the big idea from the week's episode delivered to your inbox when you subscribe to my weekly email.Conversation Topics(00:00) Intro(01:58) What are attributes and how are they different from skills?(06:02) How to assess an individual's attributes(10:05) An example of why determining someone's real attributes is important(12:29) The different types of attributes(17:52) Balancing attributes for peak team performance(21:14) Three components to improving an attribute(23:56) How managers can help their team members improve an attribute(27:35) A great manager Rich has worked for(29:52) Keep up with Rich(30:47) Final thoughts(31:47) [Extended Episode Only] Attributes that are best suited for managerial roles(36:36) [Extended Episode Only] Using attributes for effective leadership succession planning(38:19) [Extended Episode Only] How to design an interview process to assess a candidate's attributesAdditional Resources:- Get the extended episode by Joining The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community for just $15 per month- Read the full transcript here- Follow me on Instagram here - Visit my website for more here- Build your team's skills here- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel hereKeep up with Rich Diviney- Follow Rich on Instagram here- Grab a copy of Rich's book here- Take The Attributes Assessment here15% off The Attributes AssessmentRich is providing members of Podcast+ 15% off The Attributes Assessment. This digital tool unlocks a deeper understanding of your individual strengths by delving into your 41 Attributes levels and giving you invaluable insights into your top 5 (strengths) and bottom 5 (areas for potential development).To get this bonus and many other member benefits, become a member of The Modern Manager Podcast+ Community.---------------------The Modern Manager is a leadership podcast for rockstar managers who want to create a working environment where people thrive, and great work gets done.Follow The Modern Manager on your favorite podcast platform so you won't miss an episode!

In this second instalment, Jonathan and Saira Hameed, Consultant Endocrinologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and a Senior Tutor and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London, delve further into advocating for patients and collaborating across specialities. Find out her plan to prevent the children of today from ever becoming patients.   Use the following timestampsto navigate this episode!  (00:33)- Introduction (01:03)- Dangers of drug use without a prescription (03:17)- Perseverance in clinical research  (06:20)- Advocating for patients (09:00)- Thinking upstream (11:28)- Advice for aspiring medical professionals (13:37)- Saira's three wishes for healthcare

What is the relationship between food and metabolic health? Find out with Saira Hameed, Consultant Endocrinologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, and a Senior Tutor and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. In this episode, Jonathan and Hameed discuss her book “The full Diet,” and how food intake alters energy expenditure in turn metabolic rate. Please use the following timestamps to navigate the episode:  (00:00)-Introduction (02:54)-The evolution of Saira's journey  (05:49)- Imperial-SatPro weight management programme (12:27)- The Full Diet (20:59)- Powerful of the 200 references  (24:54)- What we eat, how we eat, and what we weigh have an impact 

Guests Eva Maxfield Brown | Boris Veytsman Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer engages with guests Eva Maxfield Brown and Boris Veytsman to explore their co-authored paper, "Biomedical Open Source Software: Crucial Packages and Hidden Heroes." The paper focuses on identifying crucial but often overlooked software dependencies in biomedical research. The discussions delve into how the study used data from two million papers to map these dependencies, revealing both well-supported and undermaintained software components vital to scientific research. There's a conversation on the methodological challenges and the concept of "Nebraska packages," which are essential yet potentially undermaintained elements crucial to the software stack used in both industry and science. The conversation also covers broader implications for software sustainability, security, and future research directions, including improving how software contributions are tracked and recognized within scientific careers. Press download now to hear more! [00:01:47] Richard dives into the paper co-authored by Eva and Boris. Boris explains the origins of the paper, starting from a workshop at CZI aimed at accelerating science through sustainable software, leading to the analysis of software used in biomedical research. He highlights the focus on identifying crucial yet often unmentioned software dependencies in research software, which he labels as “unsung heroes.” [00:05:22] Boris provides findings from their study, noting that while many foundational packages were cited, there are significant packages that, despite their critical role, remain uncited. [00:06:43] Eva discusses the concept of “Nebraska packages,” which are essential yet potentially undermaintained components that are crucial to the software stack used in both industry and science. Also, she elaborates on the methodological challenges of determining which packages to include in their analysis, particularly in terms of dependencies that vary between different users and contexts. [00:09:42] Richard reflects on the broader implications of their discussion for the open source community, particularly in terms of software sustainability and security. Eva emphasizes the importance of security across all fields and discusses the potential impact of software bugs on scientific research and the need for robust software infrastructure. [00:12:04] Boris comments on the necessity of well-tested tools in the scientific community, given that many scientists may lack a strong background in software development and training. [00:13:47] Richard quotes from the paper discussing the absence of cycles in the network of software packages used in science, indicating a more robust design compared to general software. He questions this in light of earlier comments about scientists not being great at coding. [00:14:08] Eva explains that the paper's findings about acyclic dependencies (DAGs) might seem surprising given the common perception that scientific software is poorly developed. She notes that while scientists may not be trained in proper software packaging, the Python environment helps prevent cyclic dependencies. [00:17:31] Richard brings up “Katz centrality” which is discussed in the paper, and Boris clarifies that “Katz centrality” refers to a concept by Leo Katz on network centrality, explaining how it helps determine the importance of nodes within a network. [00:20:13] Richard questions the practical applications of the research findings, probing for advice on supporting crucial but underrecognized dependencies within software ecosystems. Eva addresses future research directions, including improving ecosystem matching algorithms for better accuracy in linking software mentions to the correct ecosystems. [00:22:50] Eva suggests expanding the research to cover more domains beyond biomedicine, considering different software needs across various scientific disciplines. Boris discusses the potential for targeted interventions to support underrecognized contributors in the scientific software community aiming to enhance their prestige. [00:27:22] Richard asks how the research team plans to map dependencies to individual contributors and track their motivations. Boris responds that while they have gathered substantial data from sources like GitHub logs, publishing this information poses ethical challenges due to privacy concerns. [00:28:45] Eva discusses her work on linking GitHub profiles to academic authors using ORCID identifiers to better track contributions to scientific software. [00:31:42] Richard brings up the broader impacts of their research, questioning whether their study on software packages centrality within the scientific community is unique or if there are similar studies at this scale. Eva acknowledges the need for more comprehensive studies and cites a previous study from 2015 that analyzed developer networks on GitHub. Boris adds that while there is extensive literature on scientific citation networks, the study of dependencies is less explored. [00:34:38] Find out where you can follow Boris and Eva's work and social medias online. Spotlight [00:37:06] Richard's spotlight is Deirdre Madeleine Smith. [00:37:29] Eva's spotlight is Talley Lambert. [00:38:02] Boris's spotlight is the CZI Collaborators. 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Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasTUNE IN TO LEARN:    If there's one thing:  That every human possesses  That will accelerate your success  That you absolutely MUST have in times of change    … it is definitely the skill of learning.    I'm often asked, Angela,    “How do I learn faster, better, smarter? How do I remember things, put them into consistent practice and innovation, more ideas?”    You must make sure you have these 2 routines in place.    When you get good at learning – there will be nothing impossible for you.   

I've forever had my paradigm shifted with a new category of attributes. What are attributes? They are inherent qualities you possess. We all do. And they inform everything we do. Here is the story. Rich Diviney spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, completing more than a dozen overseas deployments, eleven in Iraq and Afghanistan. He went on to be intimately involved in a specialized SEAL selection process to look for elite performers amongst the already elite SEAL members. He found himself often surprised by which candidates washed out and which succeeded. So often someone with all the right skills would fail, while others he might have initially dismissed would turn out to be the best performers. This led Rich to research and discover hidden drivers of performance. Attributes which will often predict how we will perform, especially under pressure. I read through Rich's book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Then I took his Attributes quiz. We started off with what drove him to pursue being a Navy SEAL. Then discussed how attributes differ from skills, and in truth, eclipse them. Then we walked through all 25 attributes and I'm confident you'll hear brand new perspectives on attributes like courage, situational awareness, task switching, cunning and even narcissism which he says has a place in top performance. Again, I feel I have a whole new toolbox for understanding, predicting, and growing my own performance. I'd highly encourage you to go to hub.theattributes.com, create and account and use code MILLER15 to get 15% off your own assessment.   Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code KEVIN and depending on the model receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Use promo code KEVIN today at shipstation.com to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. Go to Seed.com/DRIVE and use code DRIVE to get 25% off your first month  Available Nationally, look for a bottle of Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond at your local store. Find out more at heavenhilldistillery.com/hh-bottled-in-bond.php Go to https://prolonlife.com/kevin and get TEN PERCENT off Prolon Life's 5-day nutrition program For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Rich Diviney. Rich is a retired Navy SEAL officer whose career spanned more than twenty years and included more than thirteen overseas deployments – eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for an elite Navy SEAL command, Rich spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. Since his retirement, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & CO. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc., speaking to and training more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders. Rich's book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance is, I think, a must-read book for anyone involved in leadership or in the selection and hiring of personnel.Books RecommendedMan's Search For Meaning: The classic tribute to hope from the Holocaust by Viktor E. Frankl (Author) - ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1846042843Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind Hardcover by Yuval Noah Harari (Author) - ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0062316097Books WrittenThe Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance by Rich Diviney - ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0593133941Contact InfoDiscover Your Attributes

In this conversation, Rich Diviney, a former Navy SEAL, discusses his transition from the military to civilian life and the creation of his book, 'The Attributes'. He emphasizes the importance of evolving with changing roles, relationships, and situations. Rich also shares insights on coaching high performers and creating high-performing teams, with trust, vulnerability, and dynamic subordination in team dynamics. The conversation provides valuable lessons for individuals and businesses looking to optimize performance and navigate uncertainty. He also discusses the challenges and rewards of parenting and entrepreneurship, while embracing the ups and downs of life and accepting change in all relationships.Rich Diviney is a bestselling author, leadership & human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments —eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. He served on multiple SEAL teams and in several leadership positions, including as a commanding officer for a SEAL squadron. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich was intimately involved in an extremely specialized SEAL selection process, which pared down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers.Diviney also spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones.After retiring from the Navy in 2017, Rich worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. In January 2021, Rich released his first book: The Attributes. 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance; and founded The Attributes Inc., where he speaks and consults on leadership, high performing teams, assessment, selection and hiring. Rich has worked with thousands of businesses, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, McLaren, Zoom, and Deloitte.Timestamps[00:00] Introduction and Welcome[00:14] The Host's Background and Purpose of the Show[00:47] Introducing the Guest: Rich Diviney[00:56] Rich Diviney's Background and Achievements[02:11] Reconnecting and Catching Up[03:06] Rich's Current Life and Business[03:13] Reflecting on Past Experiences and Relationships[03:25] Rich's Current Business and Concepts from His Book[09:48] The Journey to Writing a Book[12:01] Transitioning from Navy SEALs to Civilian Life[12:57] The Importance of Identity in Transition[27:43] The Concept of Dynamic Subordination in Teams[31:39] The Impact of Arrogance on Team Performance[39:03] Working with Simon Sinek and Chapman and Company[40:10] Understanding the Difference Between Skills and Attributes[40:24] The Role of Skills in Performance Evaluation[40:51] The Limitations of Skills in Unpredictable Environments[41:01] The Inherent Nature of Attributes and Their Impact on Behavior[41:42] The Challenge of Assessing Attributes[41:58] The Importance of Attributes in High Performance[42:18] The Journey of Writing a Book on Attributes[42:40] Distinguishing Between Skills and Attributes[43:10] The Process of Developing an Attribute[43:54] The Impact of Attributes on Personal and Professional Growth[50:24] The Role of Narcissism in Entrepreneurship[01:14:33] The Evolution of Relationships and Personal Growth[01:15:52] The Parallels Between SEAL Team Experience and EntrepreneurshipCheck Out “The Attributes” Author Rich Diviney:

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us." — Marianne Williamson Welcome to our first episode of 2024! This is the second and final 'from the vault' episode we've been publishing during the holiday season — and there's no better one to set the tone for who need to become to achieve the lofty goals you have. In a career spanning more than 20 years, Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney completed more than a dozen overseas deployments and was intimately involved with the selection process for the most elite special forces unit. Since retiring from the Navy, Rich has taught leadership and optimal performance to business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, the San Francisco 49ers, Zoom, and Deloitte. His book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance, is an epic read about the attributes we need to unlock and the skills we need to develop. In this episode: The keys to optimal performance in all areas of life How Rich made it through one of the most grueling selection processes on the planet The most important lessons from his 20-year Navy SEAL career, and How you can harness the right attributes for massive success in 2024 and beyond. Let's WIN THE DAY with Rich Diviney! Onward and upward always, James PS - Take the Win the Day Quiz and get your FREE personalized action plan:

Are you tired of being held hostage by jealousy and insecurity? Join me this week as I talk about the #1 thing you need to do to overcome your extreme jealousy.  Learn about the power of change, and how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to personal growth and transformation. Discover the resilience within you as we discuss the importance of tenacity, the courage to keep going, even when the progression is invisible. Struggling with jealousy? Let's uncover the importance of celebrating every minor victory, discovering the impact of acknowledging personal growth, and the value of making different choices to yield different results. Brace yourself for growth as one decision to do something different can make all the difference in the world.   You're not alone on this journey, and there are always options for change. Get Rich Diveny's book The Attributes:  25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal PerformanceSchedule your FREE, 30-minute Discovery Call to see how I can help.For further support, join the Jealousy Junkie Facebook GroupGrab the 5 Must-Haves To Overcome Jealousy Connect with ShanennTop Self WebsiteShanenn on InstagramDisclaimerThe information on this podcast or any platform affiliated with Top Self LLC, or the Top Self podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. No material associated with Jealousy Junkie podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition or treatment and before taking on or performing any of the activities or suggestions discussed on the podcast or website.

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The incredible power of not speaking at all - but instead listening.  But not just listening, empathetic listening.  We have such a capacity as humans to evolve, explore, and discover - and we do best when we come together and unify.  That's hard (if not impossible) to do if we can't listen and empathise with each other.”___________Have you ever wondered what Navy Seals really do? Not the stuff we see in the Hollywood blockbuster movies - but what makes them tick and how do you ever return to a ‘normal life' after living on the edge for so many years. Well, we are about to find out as my guest today is Rich Diviney who is now a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and a retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments - eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. He served on multiple SEAL teams and in several leadership positions, including as a commanding officer for a SEAL squadron. As the officer in charge of training for a specialised command, Rich was intimately involved in an extremely specialised SEAL selection process, which pared down a group of exceptional candidates to a small team of the most elite optimal performers.Rich also spearheaded the creation of a directorate that diffused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones.After retiring from the Navy in 2017, Rich worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc, before releasing his book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. This has led to a business called The Attributes where he brings all his knowledge together as they help companies build the highest-performing teams possible.For more information about Rich, check out these places;-Rich's Book: The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. You can find it here: The AttributesWebsite: https://theattributes.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_diviney/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/Head to michellejcox.com for more information about the ONE QUESTION podcast, your host or today's guestsConnect with Michelle on Linkedin here:- @MichelleJCoxConnect with Michelle on Instagram here:- @michellejcoxConnect with Michelle on Facebook here - @michellejcoxAND, if you have a burning topic you'd love people to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on the One Question podcast, please get in touch;- hello@michellejcox.com

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Rich Diviney, author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL commander with 20+ years of experience as a Navy SEAL Officer, having completed more than thirteen overseas deployments, including serving as the officer in charge of training for a specialized command. During his service, Rich Diviney was intimately involved in the highly specialized SEAL selection process and spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. Since his retirement, Rich Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc., teaching leadership and optimal performance for teams and organizations. Some highlights:- Rich Diviney explained the role of mindset matters and how it helped him during his Navy SEAL Trainings- How to effectively deal with uncertainty, change, challenge and stress- The difference between attributes and skills - Why understanding attributes is essential in the hiring process and putting together a high performing team- Rich Diviney on how to determine attributes in the hiring process- The role humor plays in high performing teams- Rich Diviney on how leaders and teams can nurture trust and teamwork- The concept of dynamic subordination and its importance to leadership excellence - Rich Diviney talks about Resilience vs. AntifragilityAlso mentioned in this episode:- Simon Sinek, author- Bob Johansen, renowned futurist and author (Listen to Bob's episode on Partnering Leadership Podcast) Book Recommendations:The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance by Rich DivineyEverybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family by  Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas TalebThe Talent Code: Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How by Daniel Coyles Connect with Rich Diviney:The Attributes Official WebsiteRich Diviney on LinkedInRich Diviney on InstagramRich Diviney on TwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

Rich Diviney is a best selling author, leadership and human performance expert, AND a retired Navy Seal commander! Is there anything this guy can't do?!? Listen and find out more! He served up over 13 overseas deployments over 21 years as an active member and officer of the armed forces most elite secretive group. Join us as we discuss his childhood, career, fatherhood and his book The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Currently, Rich is a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He's taught leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand businesses, athletic, and military leaders! Follow Rich on Instagram@rich_diviney@theattributesSupport the showTo support the show: https://www.patreon.com/busyfitworldhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2049251/supporters/newFor more be sure to check out:https://linktr.ee/wendylafayetteSign up to work with me for one on one nutrition & training by emailing busyfitworld@gmail.com or check out my website https://busyfitworld.netInstagram: @wendylafayette Apparel is @Bodybybrazil use discount code BUSYFITWORLD15 for 15% off www.bodybybrazil.com Editor: Lisa Boehmke Burnett https://www.lisaboehmke.com/Episode videos can be seen on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwR6oZrQAaP4TH4DHHKijRw

00:00 - Introduction00:40 - Growing old03:55 - Society's perception of the elderly08:50 - Appearance vs reality11:05 - Subjective vs objective reality17:30 - The importance of justice21:05 - The benefits of being just vs striving for justice24:00 - NonDual Therapy Session

Rich Diviney spent 20+ years as a Navy SEAL Officer where he completed more than 13 overseas deployments - 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Through his career, Rich achieved multiple leadership positions including Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. Since retirement in 2017, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with companies like Chapman & Co, Leadership Institute, and Simon Sinek Inc. Rich's most recent book titled,  The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance was inspired by Rich's experience in the SEAL selection process. After years of observation, Rich learned to identity a successful set of core attributes that translated over into success both as an individual as well as a teammate. Topics-What is an attribute and how is it different than a skill?-The 4 Grit attributes-The 4 Mental Acuity attributes-The 5 Drive attributes -The 5 Leadership attributes-The 4 Teamability attributes -How to develop your lacking attributes to become more well rounded If you found value in this conversation please be sure to leave a rating, review, and share it on your social medias. We are so close to 100 5-star ratings on the podcast app and I would love to see it get there! Thanks for all of your continued support. Enjoy this conversation with former Navy Seal, Rich Diviney. Enjoy a FREE sample of LMNT by using the link www.drinkLMNT.com/MindsetAdvantage

What are the leadership attributes of the world's toughest teams- the Navy SEALs?Rich Diviney spent close to 21 years as a Navy SEAL where he held multiple leadership positions including the Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. It was when he took charge of the selection and assessment for one of the specialized commands that led him to deep dive into the intricacies of team performance. After his retirement in 2017, he ventured into the leadership performance space and wrote The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. In this episode, Rich talks about the significance of accountability in delegating responsibility across the team, as well as in enabling them with the resources, skills and support for them to be successful and self-managed. The conversation then continues to discuss the different attributes to ensure optimal performance amidst uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity. Unlike skills that are easy to assess, measure and test attributes underlie how teams behave when faced with uncertainty. As human beings, we have innate attributes of varying levels. Attributes drive values, values drive, perception, perception drives feelings, feelings drive choices, and choices drive behaviour.Download this episode to know how understanding your own attributes and those of the people around you can create optimal performance in all areas of your life.Rich Diviney Social Medias:Website: www.theattributes.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/Instagram: instagram.com/theattributes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/richdivineyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/theattributesTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rich_divineyJoin us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organization here. https://linktr.ee/mickspiersYou can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XV

"I'M INSPIRED BY HUMAN potential. We are a species that in only ten thousand years evolved from cave dwellers to space explorers. Humans have the unique and brilliant gift of being able to imagine something and bring it into existence."~ Rich Diviney, The Attributes- How is being a Navy Seal different from ordinary life? Which one is harder? You might be surprised by the answer! - How can you deal with stress in your life better, whether you're a regular person or a Navy Seal? There's a simple question that can help; - Connecting stories, biology, neuroscience of performance - why The Attributes, Rich wrote about, scale and can be applied to the majority of people; - Why to be successful at self-improvement, we have to understand how our bodies work. If we ignore this, we won't get very far; - What's the difference between high/peak performance and optimal performance? - One of the best things you can do to perform at your best is learning how to relax quickly. It's Navy Seals' TOP secret! - Why you have to be willing to take risks and put yourself in environments designed to make you fail to learn and improve fast; - Why knowing where you are and where you want to go is the very first step to map out your self-development journey; - The best way to get to know yourself isn't by taking tests or reading books but instead by doing THIS; - Becoming a consistently driven person to keep making progress on your entrepreneurial journey:   :introducing pivots to develop self-efficacy - confidence, initiative, optimism;   :2 types of discipline and the one that matters the most to create success as an entrepreneur;   :developing open-mindedness to allow the world guide your journey VS being overly stubborn and often getting stuck in your open opinions;   :one of the most important skills for an entrepreneur is being "cunning" - knowing how to break the rules in a smart way. But you also have to be careful not to break the wrong ones;   :being narcissistic is actually a must quality for entrepreneurs. But it's important to not let it take over your life - here's how.  One of the most practical conversations to develop yourself as a driven, tough, no-BS entrepreneur who gets sh*t done, just like Navy Seals do - TUNE IN! You don't want to miss this one out! Rich Diviney BIO: Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL commander who served 20 years in the U.S. Navy, including 13 years in the Naval Special Warfare community. He has received numerous awards for leadership, including the Bronze Star Medal with Valor, two Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals with Valor, and three Combat Action Ribbons. Since retiring from the military, Rich has become a consultant and speaker, sharing his experience and insights on leadership and human performance with businesses, sports teams, and individuals. Rich is also the author of the book "The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance." Connect with Rich and his work:https://theattributes.com/Produced by Angela Shurina,CERTIFIED HIGH-PERFORMANCE, HEALTH, NUTRITION COACHChange in days - not in years!"

Show Notes:Learn more about ScottLeave Your Mark PodcastInstagramTwitterLinkedInReconditioning HQHow much weight you can lift vs. how much you need to lift to be good at your sportStrength training for American Football vs. HockeyUnderstanding the demand of their/your sportGetting into professional sports then shifting to owning a private facility to working with olympic athletesWinter Spring Seminar Talk - Using Video Analysis to Inform Your ProgrammingSpecificity is looking at what the demands of your athlete are where you apply overload and stimulus to systems to prepare them to manage chaosThe gym is a laboratory for experimentationLook for how things are connectedHow Scott got started podcasting and kept goingReconditioning HQBook of the Week:Scott: Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey and The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal PerformanceKevin: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel A. van der Kolk

“Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” Buddha Rich Diviney is a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than 20 years, he completed more than a dozen overseas deployments and was involved with selecting the best military operators for an all-star team of the most specialized performers. Since retiring from the Navy, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with Simon Sinek, and taught leadership and optimal performance to more than 5,000 business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, the San Francisco 49ers, and Deloitte. In 2021, he released his first book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. In this episode: The keys to optimal performance in all all areas of life How Rich made it through one of the most grueling selection processes on the planet Most important lessons from his 20-year Navy SEAL career, and How you can harness the right attributes for massive success. Let's WIN THE DAY with Rich Diviney! _ Video version of this episode:

This week Mike welcomes retired Navy SEAL Rich Diviney to the Everyday Warrior Podcast. After 13 deployments, serving as the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, and dedicating much of his 20-year military career to understanding and promoting optimal performance, Diviney is a subject matter expert. You could say he wrote the book on it – because he did. He's the author of the 2021 bestseller The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance, which breaks down why people and high-performing teams succeed in stressful, challenging, and uncertain times. In this episode, Diviney sits down with Mike to discuss how we can strive for optimal performance in our daily life. Learn more: • Mike Sarraille: https://www.mikesarraille.com • The Everyday Warrior: https://www.theeverydaywarrior.com • ATTA: https://liveatta.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_everydaywarrior • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mr.sarraille • Twitter: https://twitter.com/MJSarraille • Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3L1EQxF • The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance by Rich Diviney

Episode Highlights With Dr. LyonWhat muscle-centric medicine is and how she developed this methodWhy muscle is so important, especially for womenThe connection between body composition and how we ageHer research on how body composition affects the brain and ability to do cognitive tasksWhy muscle is the organ of longevityHow muscle helps with disease preventionMuscle is an endocrine organ and why exercise should be about building muscle not losing fatThe longevity connection to lean muscle massWhy it's very difficult for a woman to get “bulky” or too muscular quicklyWhat reverse dieting is and how it can help us get stronger and leanerDietary protein as it relates to muscle healthWhy we absolutely need dietary protein and what the bare minimum is vs. optimal for health and longevityHow much protein should we actually eat?Her recommendation: 1g protein per pound ideal body weightThe minimum amount of protein required to stimulate protein synthesisHer protocols for protein spacing and amountsDo women and men need to train differently?Lifestyle, diet, and supplementation factors that can help increase strength gainHow food and light regular our circadian clocks and our training abilityRecommended supplements: creatine, omega 3, urolithin AHer advice: always be empowered by your choices and do the thing you are avoidingResources We Mention371: How Eating More Protein Will Transform Your Metabolism With Dr. Gabrielle LyonCreatine MonohydrateUrolithin A by MitopureRelentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim S. GroverThe Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance by Rich DivineyThe Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery by Brianna WiestHer book club: Freedom ReadsThanks to Our Sponsors:Wellnesse - My line of personal care products such as toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo and much more!Hiya Health - A clean line of children's vitamins that provides growing kids with all the essential nutrients that might be missing from their diet.

WANT THE FULL EPISODE? Check out yesterday's episode, or download it directly using this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52089767/download.mp3“Decision-making is a taught skill. Decisiveness adds efficiency and speed to the process.” – Rich Diviney Rich Diviney, retired Navy SEAL commander, joins Decidedly to discuss key attributes the most impactful Navy SEALS use to improve their decision-making.KEY TOPICS- Developing attributes that influence your decisions- Autonomic arousal, amygdala hijacking, and the nervous system- Making microdecisions- Utilizing compartmentalization to make faster decisionsCONNECT WITH USDecidedlypodcast.comInstagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZRJoin us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODERich's book, “The Attributes 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance”: https://www.amazon.com/Attributes-Hidden-Drivers-Optimal-Performance/dp/0593133943/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+attribute&qid=1607956573&sr=8-1Draper Kauffman: https://sofrep.com/news/the-father-of-navy-udtseal-teams-draper-kauffman-part-1/CONNECT WITH RICH DIVINEYInstagram: @rich_diviney & @theattributesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichDiviney/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/Twitter: @richdivineyRich's book, “The Attributes 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance”: https://www.amazon.com/Attributes-Hidden-Drivers-Optimal-Performance/dp/0593133943/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+attribute&qid=1607956573&sr=8-1Rich Diviney & Simon Sinek: https://simonsinek.com/optimists/rich-diviney/Website: www.theattributes.comRich Diviney is a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. During his career in the US Military, spanning more than twenty years, Rich has completed more than thirteen deployments overseas.As the officer tasked with training others for specialized command, Diviney was intimately involved in an extremely specialized SEAL selection process, paring down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. He also spearheaded the creation of a directorate, employing a strong emphasis on physical, mental, and emotional discipline to optimize the team's performance. Diviney led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones.Since retiring from the Navy, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant at the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. In 2020, Diviney founded The Attributes Inc., where he currently serves as the corporation's CEO.Currently, Rich speaks and consults on leadership strategies, assessment and selection processes, and optimal performance techniques. He has worked with thousands of businesses, athletic organizations, and military leaders. His past clients include American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte.In January 2021, Rich released his first book: The Attributes. 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance.

“Decision-making is a taught skill. Decisiveness adds efficiency and speed to the process.” – Rich Diviney Rich Diviney, retired Navy SEAL commander, joins Decidedly to discuss key attributes the most impactful Navy SEALS use to improve their decision-making.KEY TOPICS- Developing attributes that influence your decisions- Autonomic arousal, amygdala hijacking, and the nervous system- Making microdecisions- Utilizing compartmentalization to make faster decisionsDON'T HAVE TIME FOR THE FULL EPISODE? Check out the 15-minute highlight clip by going to tomorrow's episode, or download it directly with this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52089890/download.mp3CONNECT WITH USDecidedlypodcast.comInstagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZRJoin us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODERich's book, “The Attributes 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance”: https://www.amazon.com/Attributes-Hidden-Drivers-Optimal-Performance/dp/0593133943/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+attribute&qid=1607956573&sr=8-1Draper Kauffman: https://sofrep.com/news/the-father-of-navy-udtseal-teams-draper-kauffman-part-1/CONNECT WITH RICH DIVINEYInstagram: @rich_diviney & @theattributesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichDiviney/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/Twitter: @richdivineyRich's book, “The Attributes 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance”: https://www.amazon.com/Attributes-Hidden-Drivers-Optimal-Performance/dp/0593133943/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+attribute&qid=1607956573&sr=8-1Rich Diviney & Simon Sinek: https://simonsinek.com/optimists/rich-diviney/Website: www.theattributes.comRich Diviney is a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. During his career in the US Military, spanning more than twenty years, Rich has completed more than thirteen deployments overseas.As the officer tasked with training others for specialized command, Diviney was intimately involved in an extremely specialized SEAL selection process, paring down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. He also spearheaded the creation of a directorate, employing a strong emphasis on physical, mental, and emotional discipline to optimize the team's performance. Diviney led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones.Since retiring from the Navy, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant at the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. In 2020, Diviney founded The Attributes Inc., where he currently serves as the corporation's CEO.Currently, Rich speaks and consults on leadership strategies, assessment and selection processes, and optimal performance techniques. He has worked with thousands of businesses, athletic organizations, and military leaders. His past clients include American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte.In January 2021, Rich released his first book: The Attributes. 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance.

Rich Diviney is the author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance.   During his twenty years as a Navy SEAL Officer, Rich was intimately involved in the world-renowned SEAL selection process, which whittles exceptional candidates down to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. But Diviney was often surprised by which recruits washed out and which succeeded. Someone could have all the right skills and still fail, while recruits he might have initially dismissed would prove to be top performers. The seemingly objective criteria weren't telling him what he most needed to know:   Who could be part of the world's most elite military unit?   Through years of observation, Diviney learned to identify a successful recruit's core Attributes, the innate traits for how a person performs as an individual and as part of a team. That same methodology can be used by anyone in their personal or professional lives.   In his book, Rich shares the key Attributes for success-- including cunning, adaptability, even narcissism--and defines them in fresh and surprising ways. Rich shows how they can be applied to a team as readily as a person. Rich shows how understanding your own attributes and those of the people around you can fast-track optimal performance in all areas of your life. Read the show notes here: https://arcbound.com/podcasts/    Links: Homepage: Arcbound.com Services/Work with Us: https://arcbound.com/work-with-us/ About: https://arcbound.com/about/ Founders Corner: https://arcbound.com/category/founders-corner/ Connect: https://arcbound.com/connect/

Why do some people who look can't-miss high-achievers on paper end up floundering in life, while those who can seem like underdogs end up flourishing?When my guest noticed this phenomenon while being involved in the selection process of veteran SEALs for a specialized command, it led him to the discovery that beneath more obvious skills are hidden drivers of performance, which he calls attributes. His name is Rich Diviney, and he's a retired Navy SEAL commander and the author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Today on the show, Rich discusses the difference between skills and attributes and how the latter can't be taught, but can be developed. We then talk about the difference between peak and optimal performance, before turning to the attributes which drive the latter. We get into a discussion of the components of grit, the difference between discipline and self-discipline, why you should become something of a humble narcissist, and much more. We end our conversation with how to figure out the attributes you are and aren't strong in, and which you need for getting where you want to go.Resources Related to the PodcastAoM Article: The 6 Types of Grit (And How to Develop Them)AoM Podcast: The Hell-Raising Leader of WWII's Filthy ThirteenAoM Podcast #675: The Humble, Narcissistic LeaderAoM Article: How to Develop Situational AwarenessAoM Article: Being DecisiveSunday Firesides: Self-Discipline for What?Connect With Rich DivineyThe Attributes Website

This week on Dirt Talk, Aaron and Alex discuss some feedback about the structure of Dirt Talk and the complicated relationship that feedback has with creative endeavors, especially when it comes to podcasting (they're super appreciative of the feedback, though!). Later, the guys address at length a question from a contractor looking to start hiring for the first time while trying to button up the business before the hirings happen. Then, they consider an email from a listener from the coal industry. In this episode, Aaron references both Uncontainable: How Passion, Commitment, and Conscious Capitalism Built a Business Where Everyone Thrive by Kip Tindell and The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance by Rich Diviney. Don't forget you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! You can learn more about it at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app. To connect with other people who listen to this show, use and search for the hashtag #betterdirtworld and join in on the conversation. If you have questions/comments/concerns, reach out to DirtTalk@buildwitt.com. Stay Dirty!

WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Control Blood Glucose: https://pendulumlife.com, sign up for membership to get monthly supply delivery, use code DAVE20 to save $20 on your first shipmentTasty Keto Bread & Chips: https://www.uprisingfood.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get $10 off the starter bundleBusiness Growth With SEO: https://www.stephanspencer.com, get a FREE consultationIN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...… you'll learn why developing your attributes may be more important than skills when it comes to getting more out of yourself. Attributes are wired into your internal circuitry, always running in the background, says Rich Diviney. You're born with attributes. They're elemental and considered innate traits—not to be confused with personality traits.Rich, a retired Navy SEAL commander, bestselling author, and leadership and human performance expert, explains how attributes determine how you absorb, process, and respond to the world around you. By knowing this, you'll be able to assess your own attributes and put them into action with SMART steps.In his book, “The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance,” Rich shows you how mindset, optimism and becoming uniquely resilient to stress can help you become a better human. His approach identifies core attributes needed for success in personal or professional tasks.His ability to choose the right people to be in elite performance groups—like the U.S. Navy SEALs—could be considered a superpower. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich was part of the SEAL selection process. He pared down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. How did he do it? By looking at attributes.It's Rich's belief that SEALs are not born extraordinary. Instead, they've mastered their own mindset to get the most out of their innate abilities to make themselves extraordinary. He believes we all have the power to do this.In “The Attributes,” you'll find examples of attributes within five distinct categories plus a couple more that don't fit so neatly: Grit, Mental Acuity, Drive, Leadership and Teamability. So, what are attributes and how are they different than skills? “A lot of times we get seduced by skills, and we don't think about attributes,” Rich says. “And the reason is very simple: skills are not inherent to our nature. They're very visible, which means they're very easy to assess, measure and test and you can put scores around them and stats around them. … Attributes are inherent to our nature. We're all born with levels of adaptability and situational awareness and resilience. Attributes don't dictate our behavior or director behavior; they inform our behavior.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.