Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Erwin

This week we talk about Team Red White and Blue! We hear how this organization helps veterans nationwide find warrior fellowship through running, hiking, rucking, premiere national race events and even obstacle challenges like Spartan Races and the Tough Mudder. Army Intel Officer and outgoing Team RWB founder, Lt. Col. Mike Erwin and Special Forces Col. (Ret.) Mike Sullivan discuss Team RWB's mission and their fascinating careers. Colonel “Sully” shares the athletic events planned in the coming year and we examine how these workouts replace the shallow digital connection with real life connections through running hiking and other national events. We also examine why physical training with buddies is crucial as veterans age. Find your fellow workout warriors with Team Red White and Blue and start training today: https://teamrwb.org/ SPECIAL VETERAN TRIBUTE: We recently learned of the passing of Army veteran Boone Cutler. Cutler was one of the most influential veteran authors and activists of our time. As a team leader with a Psychological Operations combat team on the deadly streets of Sadr City, Iraq, Cutler documented his experience and the associated trauma in the bestselling book “Voodoo in Sadr City”. After a mortar blast resulting in a TBI and other physical injuries sent him to Walter Reed he began the fight of his life. Based on his personal experience being overprescribed medications (to the point of overdose) Cutler shined a light on the VA's “Combat Cocktail” scandal in '07. He lobbied and forced a change in treatment which benefitted a generation of veterans. As GWOT combat vets revealed a troubling national suicide epidemic, Cutler again advocated for his fellow warfighters and founded the Spartan Pledge. This simple commitment helped prevent countless vets from taking their own life. We share audio from Cutler's gripping interviews we recorded over the years, and we salute this inspirational veteran warfighter, Boone Cutler. Till Valhalla, brother See more on Boone Cutler here To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you ever wonder how we can help students become their best selves, build positive relationships, and help them see that being ‘good' is actually cool? In this episode of Leadership Blueprints, we are joined by Jeff Bryan, co-founder of the Positivity Project, an organization that empowers students to build character, take accountability, and strengthen relationships within school. Tuning in, you'll hear all about Jeff's experience at West Point and on deployment, how he and Mike Erwin started the Positivity Project, their mission, and how they achieve their goals. We delve into how schools partner with them in person and online before discussing how sports coaches and teachers can make positive character traits aspirational. He even tells us how he has turned his experiences as an athlete into memorable moments of self-growth and awareness. Finally, he shares his advice on relationships, character, and making hard work fun. To hear all this and so much more, press play now!  Key Points From This Episode:•   Helping kids cultivate positive relationships and be their best selves. •   How their partner schools engage with them and what they receive. •   Jeff explains their in-person training and digital on-demand training courses. •   Making being a good kid cool, and how coaches can do that on the sports field. •   His biggest piece of advice as an athlete who became a leader.  Quotes:“What we lay out are daily 15-minute lessons – and we help [schools] understand, engage, and connect their character skills over the course of the week.” — Jeff Bryan “Consistency over time is what really makes kids understand what character is.” — Jeff Bryan “Failure isn't final – it's not the end. You've just got to keep going and keep putting in the effort.” — Jeff Bryan Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Jeff Bryan on LinkedInJeff Bryan on XThe Positivity ProjectDeep WorkWhy Self-Awareness Should Be the First Step in Every Leader's Development Journey with Mike ErwinLeadership Blueprints PodcastMCFAMCFA CareersBJ Kraemer on LinkedIn

Mike Erwin, founder and executive director of Team Red, White & Blue, joins the show to discuss how his organization helps veterans maintain physical and mental health after service through community and wellness activities. He highlights the upcoming inaugural charity clay shoot on August 7 at Strathalbyn, featuring St. Louis Cardinals player Brendan Donovan, who's deeply committed to veteran causes. Mike explains the challenges veterans face transitioning out of military life—especially staying active without the team environment—and the importance of programs like theirs. The event promises fun, community, and crucial fundraising to support holistic veteran health. Listeners are encouraged to register and get involved.

Marc Cox opens the show addressing Big Tech censorship after their unexplained Facebook ban and honors Marine Corps veteran and Troy police officer Matthew Schneider. James Comer's frustration grows as Biden's doctor pleads the Fifth, deepening concerns over Biden's mental fitness and transparency. Peter Schweitzer exposes the DOJ's ongoing cover-up in the Epstein case, with no accountability for powerful elites beyond Maxwell. The long-overdue criminal probe into Comey and Brennan signals accountability for their political sabotage during the fake Russia collusion saga. Marc and Kim call out the left's hypocritical victim narrative on women's oppression and gender ideology, exposing double standards in women's sports and men's struggles. Shannon Bream breaks down the Supreme Court's 8-1 rebuke of Ketanji Brown Jackson, the legal battles delaying Trump-era policies, and bipartisan pressure demanding the full Epstein list. Griff Jenkins debunks CNN's false claims about border disaster delays, praises local response, and condemns dangerous anti-ICE rhetoric and the fentanyl crisis at the border. Mike Erwin highlights Team Red, White & Blue's mission to support veteran health and promotes their August 7 charity clay shoot featuring Cardinals star Brendan Donovan. The show wraps with a focus on conservative values, accountability, and community support.

On today's Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc and Kim deliver a powerhouse lineup tackling Big Tech censorship, political chaos, and key conservative issues. They open with Marc addressing their unexplained Facebook ban, urging listeners to follow on YouTube, Twitter, and Rumble to avoid Big Tech censorship. The hosts condemn media spin around the Texas floods, calling out Democrat lawmakers like Amy Klobuchar for shifting blame away from local failures. They slam Biden's doctor for pleading the Fifth on the president's mental fitness, and blast radical left-wing NYC mayoral candidates and Democrat Party decay fueled by AOC and Bernie's extremist influence. The show features several prominent guests: Evan Brown (Fox News Radio) brings a hard-hitting perspective on Texas flood response, criticizing media grandstanding and emphasizing local failures over FEMA. Tom Ackerman dives into St. Louis Cardinals pitching woes, trade deadline outlook, and the absurdity of Big Tech censorship, including Marc's own “Prison Mark” Facebook ban saga. Jim Talent, former U.S. Senator, breaks down the complex geopolitical situation in Ukraine, Trump's ongoing strategy against Putin, and Middle East peace efforts, including Netanyahu's stance and Gaza. Jean Evans of the American Federation for Children discusses Missouri's expanding school choice programs, legal battles against union opposition, and the push for educational freedom nationwide. Griff Jenkins, live from Fox & Friends, sets the record straight on border team responses during the Texas floods, exposes Democrat attacks on ICE agents, and condemns the ongoing fentanyl crisis devastating American families. Mike Erwin, founder and executive director of Team Red, White & Blue, talks about supporting veterans' physical and mental health post-service and promotes their inaugural charity clay shoot event featuring Cardinals' Brendan Donovan. Shannon Bream breaks down the Supreme Court's recent 8-1 ruling affirming presidential authority to cut federal jobs, critiques judicial delays of Trump-era policies, and addresses bipartisan frustration over the withheld Epstein list. She also shows empathy for Texas flood victims and the need for stronger safety measures. Throughout, Marc and Kim expose left-wing hypocrisy on gender issues, sports double standards, and dangerous ideology pushed by prominent figures like Michelle Obama and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. The show ends with a call to action for listeners to engage with community and political issues through informed, conservative voices.

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Mike Erwin, the Founder and Executive Director of Team Red White & Blue (RWB) and a US Army Veteran. They discuss the role of physical activity as a key to a healthy, productive, post-military life and how Team RWB provides fitness, health & wellness and community for Servicemembers, Veterans, and their Families through chapters across the country.

In an exhilarating episode of Veteran Made, host Carey Kight sits down with Mike Erwin, the founder and executive director of Team Red, White and Blue (Team RWB), to discuss the upcoming Old Glory Ultra Relay. This ambitious event, set to take place in May 2025, will see a team of 12 veteran runners attempt to set a world record by relaying an American flag across the country in just 15 days, covering 3,000 miles from San Diego to Washington D.C. The Old Glory Ultra Relay represents a bold evolution of Team RWB's signature event, transforming from a member-based relay into an epic challenge that showcases the strength, determination, and unity of the veteran community. Starting at the USS Midway in San Diego with a flag that has flown over a combat zone, the team will push themselves to cover an astounding 200 miles per day. This grueling journey will test not only their physical limits but also their mental resilience and teamwork as they navigate the challenges of living and recovering together in close quarters for two intense weeks. Listeners will be captivated by the high stakes and numerous obstacles the team must overcome to achieve their monumental goal. From potential injuries and extreme weather conditions to the mental and physical fatigue that sets in during the later stages of the relay, every aspect of this challenge embodies the spirit of perseverance that defines the veteran community. The episode offers a tantalizing preview of the upcoming series, which will follow the runners' preparation and culminate with live updates during the event itself, allowing audiences to experience the excitement and inspiration of this unprecedented feat in real-time. Episode Sponsors: Go Pills -- use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. BUBS Naturals -- use "veteranmade" at checkout for 20% off your order. True Made Foods -- use "VET" at checkout for 15% off your order. Ruck Sox -- use "VETERANMADE15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Bravo Actual -- use "Veteran Made" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ http://x.com/veteranmade.ck https://www.instagram.com/erwinrwb/ https://www.instagram.com/teamrwb/ https://x.com/ErwinRWB https://x.com/TeamRWB  

We ask the same question to all of our podcast guests: "What is the most impactful action you have taken to Level-UP in your home and in your business?" Today, you get to hear the answer from Mike Erwin. -- Interested in joining our Kinetic Man weekly online Zoom call? Get more info here: https://thekineticman.com/ Join our Kinetic Man Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekineticman ⁠⁠⁠ Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! ⁠⁠Email: takeaction@thekineticman.com⁠

In this episode, I speak with Mike Erwin, CEO of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB). A West Point graduate and veteran, Mike shares insights from his military service, founding Team RWB in 2010 to support veterans through social and physical connections, and the growth of the organization to 214 chapters and 181,000 members. We explore his leadership journey, life on his 42-acre farm, and his training for the JFK 50 Miler, emphasizing the importance of community and servant leadership. We discuss the power of social connection, lessons from West Point, and how Team RWB fosters camaraderie similar to military life. Mike's passion for supporting veterans is clear as he reflects on inspiring stories and the value of physical activity for mental and emotional health. Join us for this conversation highlighting resilience, community, and the pursuit to uplift veteran heroes.   Follow Mike Erwin on social media: X: @MikeIrwin Instagram: @IrwinLeadership Team RWB: https://teamrwb.org

This week on Sweat the Technique, Stacey sits down with Mike Erwin, CEO of the Character & Leadership Center, Director of Team Red White and Blue, and co- author of Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World. Mike and his book offer concrete strategies for combating the depersonalization of the Information Age and strengthening our connections with other people.

Mike is a 2002 graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point where he was commissioned as an officer and went on to serve three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group.  Mike continues to serve the nation as a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he is an Assistant Professor. He is the co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST by Bloomsbury Press (2017).  Mike and his wife Genevieve live on a 32-acre farm in North Carolina, where they raise their five young children. Mike is helping organize a project slated for May 2025, where a group of 12 veterans will run from San Diego to DC in relay style. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach's Low Carb Endurance Approach Series SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 (FREE SAMPLE PACK LIMITED OFFER) Janji: janji.com code: Bitter10 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones Code: BITTER20 HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - Substack: zachbitter.substack.com - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter - TikTok: @zachbitter Mike: mikeerwin.net - teamrwb.org - IG: @erwinRWB - X: @erwinRWB - Linkedin: Mike Erwin

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” – Proverbs 17:17   Mike Erwin is the Executive Director and Founder of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a non-profit who is forging America's leading health and wellness community for veterans. He is also the founder & CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and has worked with companies including Amazon, BD, PWC, and NetApp; Special Forces units; and professional sports teams including the Boston Celtics and the NJ Devils. He is the co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST (2017), which focuses on how solitude strengthens people's character—and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction. He also co-authored LEADERSHIP IS A RELATIONSHIP (2021) which details why leaders who prioritize relationships are more effective. Today we dive into his story and how to lead others, and lead yourself first.   Learn more about Mike here: https://www.mikeerwin.net/ -- Men's Leadership Summit: https://www.cairnleadership.com/mens-leadership-summit-rocky-mountains/   Join our new TKM Reflections Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Level-Up Video Series⁠   ⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter, The MENifesto here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our New Kinetic Man Facebook Group! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Kinetic Men Events on Meetup!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠     Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! takeaction@thekineticman.com

To be an effective leader, you must believe that other people matter and, as a result, that leadership is a relationship.   This is the belief of today's guest, Mike Erwin. A soldier, educator, author, non-profit founder, veteran advocate, and Executive Director at Team Red, White & Blue (RWB), America's leading health and wellness community for veterans. Mike is also CEO of the Character & Leadership Center and co-founder and president of The Positivity Project, a non-profit organization that aims to empower America's youth to build positive relationships.   As you'll learn in this episode, Mike is an exemplary leader who has dedicated his life to serving his nation and empowering people to become more resilient. Mike shares his perspective on leadership development, how Positive Psychology has influenced his personal and professional outlook on life, and why it's important to not just coexist but learn to collaborate with others.  (even when they have radically different personalities from you).   Mike and BJ also discuss the books that have profoundly impacted Mike's life, the people who inspire him most, his definition of legacy, and much more! To find out why the leaders who put people first tend to be more successful (and memorable), be sure to tune in today. 

Ryan Holiday is joined by Lt Colonel Mike Erwin. Together they discuss the central practice of journaling and reflection, how wisdom and discipline is a form of freedom, and although emotions make us human, it is critical for us to control them. They also discuss his two books Lead Yourself: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude and Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World.Lt Colonel Mike Erwin is a West Point graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. He was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer and served three tours. Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan, where he studied positive psychology and leadership.Mike is the founder of a non-profit organization named Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB). Team RWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their communities through physical and social activity. He is also a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the US Military Academy at West Point, where he serves as an Assistant Professor in Leadership & Psychology.Grab a signed copy of Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World from The Painted Porch!X and IG: @ErwinRWB✉️ Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: https://dailystoic.com/dailyemail

Mike Erwin graduated from West Point in 2002 and went on to serve on active duty for 13 years, including three deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group. This week on Next Steps Forward, Mr. Erwin joins program host Chris Meek to discuss what his time in the military taught him about leadership and the importance of giving back to those fellow Americans who serve our country. Mr. Erwin will discuss his work through the veteran-focused non-profit organization he founded in 2010, Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) and the work the organization carries out to enrich the lives of America's service members. Additionally, he will discuss the Positivity Project, a non profit organization he co-founded with the mission to empower America's youth to build positive relationships. Mr. Erwin has consistently demonstrated a commitment to actively using the skills he developed in the military to pursue life changing projects in the civilian sector to better the lives of countless American veterans and children. Beyond his work with veterans and youth, he is the co-author of “Lead Yourself First.” Throughout the interview he will focus on the principles of the book, including how solitude strengthens people's character and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction.

Mike Erwin graduated from West Point in 2002 and went on to serve on active duty for 13 years, including three deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group. This week on Next Steps Forward, Mr. Erwin joins program host Chris Meek to discuss what his time in the military taught him about leadership and the importance of giving back to those fellow Americans who serve our country. Mr. Erwin will discuss his work through the veteran-focused non-profit organization he founded in 2010, Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) and the work the organization carries out to enrich the lives of America's service members. Additionally, he will discuss the Positivity Project, a non profit organization he co-founded with the mission to empower America's youth to build positive relationships. Mr. Erwin has consistently demonstrated a commitment to actively using the skills he developed in the military to pursue life changing projects in the civilian sector to better the lives of countless American veterans and children. Beyond his work with veterans and youth, he is the co-author of “Lead Yourself First.” Throughout the interview he will focus on the principles of the book, including how solitude strengthens people's character and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction.

Chaplain (COL) Jacob Scott and guest co-host Steve DeLuna speak with Mike Erwin about positive psychology and leadership. Erwin is the founder of Team RWB, co-founder of the Positivity Project and a combat veteran.

In the following episode of the Transition, I'm joined by Army Veteran, Published Author, and Serial Entrepreneur, Mike Erwin, Founder & Executive Director of Team Red, White, and Blue. Founded in 2010, Team RWB is a nonprofit organization with chapters all across the country, that delivers consistent, local opportunities for veterans and the community to connect through physical and social activity. Team RWB was one of the first veteran nonprofits I came across back in 2017, just after getting connected with Bunker Labs. Mike is also the co-author of multiple books, including Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude and Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World. On the show, Mike and I discuss the origins of Team RWB, including the importance of physical fitness, leading yourself first, and why life is a team sport. Make sure you have some pen and paper handy for this episode, in order to write done the multiple gems Mike drops throughout the show. Order my book, “Black Veteran Entrepreneur” here: https://amzn.to/3gme7kgLearn more about Team Red, White, and Blue here: https://teamrwb.org/Purchase Mike's books here: https://rb.gy/ol0bc

On the RealClearDefense podcast “Hot Wash,” John Waters speaks with veteran, entrepreneur, and author Mike Erwin about applying lessons from the military to positive leadership off the battlefield. Erwin is a graduate of West Point and served as an Intelligence Officer in Iraq and Afghanistan, earning two Bronze Stars. After studying positive psychology and leadership at the University of Michigan he founded “Team Red, White, and Blue” a nonprofit connecting veterans through physical and social activity. He is also the author of two books on leadership, “Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leaders Through Solitude” and most recently, “Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital Age.”"Follow Hot Wash on Twitter @hotwashrcdEmail comments and story suggestions to editors@realcleardefense.comSubscribe to the RealClearDefense Podcast "Hot Wash"Subscribe to the Morning Recon newsletterfor a daily roundup of news and opinion on the issues that matter for military, defense, veteran affairs, and national security.

John Waters speaks with entrepreneur, Army veteran, and author Mike Erwin about applying lessons from the military to positive leadership off the battlefield. Erwin is a graduate of West Point and served as an Intelligence officer in Iraq and Afghanistan, earning two Bronze Stars. After studying positive psychology and leadership at the University of Michigan he founded “Team Red, White, and Blue” a nonprofit connecting veterans through physical and social activity. He is also the author of two books on leadership, “Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leaders Through Solitude” and most recently, “Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital Age.”Team Red, White, and Blue"Follow Hot Wash on Twitter @hotwashrcdEmail comments and story suggestions to editors@realcleardefense.comSubscribe to the RealClearDefense Podcast "Hot Wash"Subscribe to the Morning Recon newsletterfor a daily roundup of news and opinion on the issues that matter for military, defense, veteran affairs, and national security.

Join Brandt as he engages in a captivating conversation with guest Mike Erwin in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Delve into the depths of the human experience as they explore the intricate relationship between mental health, personal transformation, the power of creation, and the transformative strength found in embracing vulnerability. Together with Mike, they explore the ways in which creativity and self-expression play pivotal roles in this process. Discover how artistic endeavors and embracing our innate creativity can be powerful catalysts for healing, growth, and personal reinvention. Whether you're seeking inspiration, looking to gain a deeper understanding of mental health, or simply interested in exploring the human spirit, this podcast episode promises to be an enlightening and soul-stirring conversation that encourages self-reflection and opens the door to profound transformation.

Are you struggling to find your footing as a leader? Do you find yourself constantly surrounded by noise and distractions?In this episode, Jamie Hopkins, Managing Partner of Wealth Solutions, and Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speak with Mike Erwin, a 13-year army veteran and Executive Director at Team Red, White & Blue, about the impact practicing solitude has on personal and professional development and the importance of human skills in today's digital age.Mike discusses: What made him make the affirmative decision to go to West PointHis advice for young cadets joining West Point to keep a positive mindset and focus on physical fitnessHow he realized solitude was a valuable addition to his development as a person, leader, and professional during his deployment to IraqWhat inspired him to write his book, “Lead Yourself First” about the intersection between solitude and leadershipWhy some people are reluctant to practice solitude and how it can improve your relationships with yourself and othersHow positive psychology research shows that the quality of relationships with family, friends, teammates, and coworkers is the number one driver of life satisfactionWhat inspired him to volunteer and what he loves about giving backThe skillsets and qualities that make hiring and working with veterans beneficial for financial advisorsThe importance of human skills in a world that is becoming more digital and less human-to-human interactionHow we can help younger generations cultivate people skills, especially after the COVID-19 pandemicWhat freedom means to himAnd moreResources:Lead Yourself First by Mike Erwin, Raymond Kethledge and Jim CollinsLeadership Is A Relationship by Mike Erwin and Willys DevollConnect with Jamie Hopkins and Ana Trujillo Limón: Carson Group LLCLinkedIn: Jamie HopkinsLinkedIn: Ana Trujillo LimónConnect with Mike Erwin:Team  Red, White & BlueLinkedIn: Mike ErwinTwitter: @ErwinRWBAbout our Guest: Mike Erwin is a West Point graduate and a 13-year Army veteran. Mike founded several organizations in the past decade, including Team Red, White & Blue, to help enrich the lives of America's veterans in the Positivity Project which empowers America's youth to build positive relationships. Simultaneously, he worked on leadership through the two books he co-authored: Lead Yourself First and Leadership Is A Relationship.

The Building Resilience season, continues with military specialist, green beret predictive analyst and leadership author, Mike Erwin. In this episode, Mike joins Gabe and describes how we can manufacture adversity in our everyday lives in order to train ourselves to be resilient. This season of the Rhythms For Life Podcast is presented by Medi-Share the affordable, biblical alternative to health insurance. Learn more at medishare.com/rhythmsDownload the Podcast Guide at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/listenersguide.Join us for the Rhythms Retreat in Franklin, November 16-17. Learn more at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/retreat.Take the Resilience Quiz at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlquizBuilding a Resilient Life is out now. Purchase your copy HERE!Learn more about Mike Erwin HERE.

Mike Erwin is a long overdue guest for this podcast, and he brings a wealth of insight that spans everything from his experiences in combat to leading multiple nonprofit organizations to his efforts to reshape education in America. A 2002 graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics, Mike was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer, serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). His service includes deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004-2005 that involved the Battles of Fallujah and Najaf. Mike also deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2006-2007 and 2009. Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan from 2009-2011, where he studied positive psychology and leadership under the tutelage of the co-founder of positive psychology, Dr. Chris Peterson. He went on to serve as an Assistant Professor in Psychology & Leadership at the U.S. Military Academy from 2011-2014. He continues to serve as an instructor there as a LTC in the Army Reserve. While in graduate school in 2010, Mike founded a non-profit organization named Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) with the mission to to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity and a vision towards forging America's leading health and wellness community for veterans. Today Team RWB has nearly 200k members across over 200 chapters globally. He is also co-founder & CEO of the Positivity Project—a non-profit organization with the mission to empower America's youth to build positive relationships. With 542 partner schools, the organization reaches 332,000 children daily. He is the CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and has done leadership development with over 100 major organizations. He also serves as the founding Chairman of the Board for Father Vincent Capodanno High School, outside Fort Bragg, NC. Finally he has authored two books: Lead Yourself First (co-authored with Ray Kethledge) and Leadership is a Relationship (co-authored with Willys Devoll). Mike lives on a 32-acre farm in North Carolina with his wife Genevieve and their four children; Eli, Adelaide, Therese and Matthias. If you want to read the Wall Street Journal article Mike mentions, it is "Socrates Never Wrote a Term Paper" by Jeremy Tate and it discusses how AI (specifically ChatGPT) is impacting education, and suggests that the Socratic method might offer a way forward.

Mike Erwin is the Founder and Executive Director of Team Red White and Blue. Team RWB's mission is to enrich veterans' lives by creating virtual and local, consistent, and inclusive opportunities for veterans and the community.

Our guest today, Mike Erwin has dedicated his life to serving the nation and empowering people to build positive relationships. A graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group. His service includes deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He earned two Bronze Star Medals from these tours. Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan and while a graduate student, founded Team Red White & Blue (Team RWB), a non-profit health and wellness community for veterans. Mike led Team RWB until 2013 before stepping back to focus on his role as board chair. In November 2019, he returned to the Executive Director role where he currently leads the organization's 232,000 members. Mike continues to proudly serve the nation as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the Pentagon in support of the Army Chief of Operations' office, led by Lieutenant General Jim Rainey.

Mike is a 2002 graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point where he was commissioned as an officer and went on to serve three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group. Mike continues to serve the nation as a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he is an Assistant Professor. Mike Erwin founded Team RWB in 2010 and served as the organization's first Executive Director until 2013. He continued to chair the Board of Directors until 2016, and returned as Executive Director in 2019. He is the co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST by Bloomsbury Press (2017). Mike and his wife Genevieve live on a 32-acre farm in North Carolina, where they raise their five young children. Find out more about Team RWB at https://about.teamrwb.org/ Find out more about Mike Erwin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-erwin-9ba1804/

Today's program, featuring Mike Erwin, will be a multi-faceted exploration into three fascinating organizations. Mike combined his passion for Christ, his interest in leadership and his military background to help establish a high school dedicated to building tomorrow's faith-filled leaders. His is also the founder of Team Red, White and Blue, dedicated to enriching the lives of military veterans and co-founder of the Positivity Project, a K-12 program that provides resources regarding the 24 character strengths and helps in empowering young people in building positive relationships. We'll talk about all of this and more on this edition of “Follow to Lead.”

https://www.mikeerwin.net/ Mike the CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and has done leadership development with over 100 organizations, including Amazon, Special Forces Command, McKinsey & Co, the New Jersey Devils, Boston Celtics, Spartan Race and Michigan Men's Basketball team. He is also co-founder & CEO of the Positivity Project—a non-profit organization with the mission to empower America's youth to build positive relationships. With 542 partner schools, the organization reaches 332,000 children daily. He is the co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST by Bloomsbury Press (2017). The book focuses on how solitude strengthens people's character—and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction. He also serves as the founding Chairman of the Board for Father Vincent Capodanno High School, outside Fort Bragg, NC.

Mike Erwin is an Army veteran and reservist, author, educator, and entrepreneur.

Human connection to life is critical, especially the past couple years. Never forget that the quality of our relationships with family and friends is critical. Lean in to the relationships. Mike is currently an Army Reserve Officer and is the Founder of Team RWB and the Positivity Project. Check out his books Lead yourself first and Leadership is a Relationship. Guest Links: Character Leadership Center, Positivity Project, Team RWB Book Recommendation: The Alchemist, Good to Great This podcast is brought to you by Fortis Et Fidelis. Honoring the brave and faithful service of our fallen by creating and providing memorial coins for families of the fallen . The free will never forget! Join our Community at Brave and Faithful Visit our website Fortis Et Fidelis Follow, Like, Subscribe to Fortis Et Fidelis: Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Listen to the Brave and Faithful Podcast: Amazon Apple Spotify Google --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortis-et-fidelis/support

-Mike Erwin is the Executive Director and Founder of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a non-profit who is forging America's leading health and wellness community for veterans. He currently leads the organization's 232,000 members.-He is also the founder & CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and has worked with companies including Amazon, BD, PWC, and NetApp; Special Forces units; and professional sports teams including the Boston Celtics and the NJ Devils.  He is the co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST (2017), which focuses on how solitude strengthens people's character---and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction. He also co-authored LEADERSHIP IS A RELATIONSHIP (2021) which details why leaders who prioritize relationships are more effective.-A 2002 graduate of West Point, he was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer, serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). His service includes a deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004-2005---that involved the Battles of Fallujah and Najaf. He also deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2006-2007 and 2009. He earned two Bronze Star Medals from these tours.-Following his third deployment, He attended the University of Michigan from 2009-2011, where he earned a Master's degree in positive psychology and leadership. It was here where founded Team RWB.Check out Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB):https://www.teamrwb.org/Mike's books on leadership:Lead Yourself FirstLeadership is a RelationshipFirstNet Built with AT&T:http://www.firstnet.com/healthandwellnessDownload the O2X Tactical Performance App:app.o2x.comLet us know what you think:Website: http://o2x.comIG: https://instagram.com/o2xhumanperformance?igshid=1kicimx55xt4f 

Nat's conversation is with Mr. Mike Erwin, co-founder of The Positivity Project, a nationwide program designed to empower our youngest generation through hope and possibility. Drawing from his experience from tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan, Mr. Erwin applies themes of collaboration, community, and teamwork into his organization. We conclude with a focus on the status of young men today.

Mike Erwin is a man that wears many important hats. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Team Red, White, and Blue (Team RWB)—a non-profit with a mission to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Team RWB is a growing organization with over 220,000 members. In addition to leading Team RWB, Mike is the CEO of the Character & Leadership Center and the Co-Founder & President of The Positivity Project—a non-profit organization with the mission to empower America's youth to build positive relationships. With 425 partner schools, the organization reaches 260,000 children daily. He is the also the author of Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership through Solitude and his new book, Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in a Digital World.  Mike is also a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he serves as an Assistant Professor in Leadership & Psychology. He also serves as the founding Chairman of the Board for Father Vincent Capodanno High School, outside Fort Bragg, NC. Mike graduated from West Point in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. He was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer, serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). His service includes deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004–2005 that involved the Battles of Fallujah and Najaf. Mike also deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2006–2007 and 2009. On those tours, he worked with NATO forces, to include serving as a lead intelligence planner for one of the largest NATO-led combat operation in history. Mike earned two Bronze Star Medals from these tours. Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan from 2009–2011, where he studied positive psychology and leadership under the tutelage of the co-founder of Positive Psychology, Dr. Chris Peterson. He went on to serve as an Assistant Professor in Psychology & Leadership at the U.S. Military Academy from 2011–2014. While assigned to West Point as a Major, Mike served as a lead planner for the Bob McDonald Global Leadership Conference and was the aide-de-camp to the Class of 1951 Chair for the Study of Leadership, held by Jim Collins and then Tom Tierney. Connect with Mike and follow his awesome work at MikeErwin.net or on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, or Twitter.

Happy New Year! & Welcome to Season 2 of the Financial Recon podcast!Each year we all look for ways to start off the year improving:Whether it be going to the gym, or signing up for a class, the opportunity to start anew, rekindles our spirit to grow.But lately with all the digital obstacles out there how are leaders to create such a culture of personal growth?In this episode I am pleased to be joined by Mike Erwin, co-author of Leadership is a Relationship, who taps into his breadth of experience as a: Army Veteran Executive Director & founder of Team RWB CEO of the Character Center & Co-Founder of the Positivity ProjectTo share lessons on how leaders can put People First in the digital world!You can pick up Mike's new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135& continue following Mike's work on the following platforms:Twitter:@ErwinRWB@CharacterCenter@PosProjectWeb:https://characterleadership.center/https://posproject.org/https://www.teamrwb.org/ Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Adversity sets the conditions to show people in the moment just how important it is for somebody to step up and lead.” - Mike Erwin 6ers, this episode is all about leadership while creating human connections in the digital world. Tony Nash is joined by Mike Erwin, founder of https://www.teamrwb.org/ (TeamRWB) and author. His new book https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship) is out now. You are going to learn how to thrive in a chaotic digital world, establish meaningful relationships amid all the distractions, and lead other people whether or not you are in a formal leadership position.  As Mike puts it, leadership is not about titles, ranks, or money, it's the ability to influence people to do the right thing and what needs to be done. In the end, this episode will empower you to take back your sense of agency, focus on the people and relationships around you, be accountable for your own mental health – all while making technology still work for you. ----- https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship) by Michael S. Erwin and Willys DeVoll https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Yourself-First-Inspiring-Leadership/dp/1632866323/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1639449610&refinements=p_27%3AMichael+S.+Erwin&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Michael+S.+Erwin (Lead Yourself First) by Raymond M. Kethledge and Michael S. Erwin ----- 00:40 – Introduction 01:04– The topic of his new book, https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship), already caught his interest way back 2010 when he did a research for grad school. It has been his obsession for the last decade. 02:11 – He compares his two books. His first book https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Yourself-First-Inspiring-Leadership/dp/1632866315 (Lead Yourself First) was all about the advent of thee Information Age and its impact on three things: humans' ability to think hard, focus, and reflect. The new book is all about the impact of technology and all the noise on human relationships. 03:15 – He wrote his new book before COVID-19, which amplified the effect of the internet on human connections as the pandemic accelerated the pace of the digital-first world. 05:02 – He believes leadership should be accessible to everyone. Leadership has nothing to do with rank, title, and salary; it's how you influence people to do the right thing and what needs to be done. 05:48 – Citing the late president and Army officer Dwight Eisenhower, he says “leadership is the art of getting other people to do what needs to be done because they want to do it.” 07:00 – His new book does not just apply to managers, supervisors, or those in formal leadership positions. “This is a book about life because leadership is in our families, volunteer organizations, neighborhoods, it's everywhere.” 08:46 – As chairman of the board and founder of Father Vincent Capodanno High School, a private independent high school, he teaches a weekly course on character, resilience, and leadership via “experiential learning,” wherein students get to experience a real stress and leadership test. 09:42 – “One of the great things about adversity is that it sets the conditions to show people in the moment just how important it is for somebody to step up and lead.” 10:31 – The importance of empathy and human connections  14:32 – “It is in your power to make technology work for you.”  The problem starts if you spend 4-5 hours in front of a screen, distracting you from the people and relationships around you. 16:50 – He says “it can be done we just need to have discipline.” Some actionable advice: Try keeping your hands up while on Zoom meetings and maintaining eye contact to show that you are fully present in the moment. 17:50 – To operationalize these concepts in the book, he interviewed role models from different...

“Adversity sets the conditions to show people in the moment just how important it is for somebody to step up and lead.” - Mike Erwin 6ers, this episode is all about leadership while creating human connections in the digital world. Tony Nash is joined by Mike Erwin, founder of https://www.teamrwb.org/ (TeamRWB) and author. His new book https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship) is out now. You are going to learn how to thrive in a chaotic digital world, establish meaningful relationships amid all the distractions, and lead other people whether or not you are in a formal leadership position.  As Mike puts it, leadership is not about titles, ranks, or money, it's the ability to influence people to do the right thing and what needs to be done. In the end, this episode will empower you to take back your sense of agency, focus on the people and relationships around you, be accountable for your own mental health – all while making technology still work for you. ----- https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship) by Michael S. Erwin and Willys DeVoll https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Yourself-First-Inspiring-Leadership/dp/1632866323/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1639449610&refinements=p_27%3AMichael+S.+Erwin&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Michael+S.+Erwin (Lead Yourself First) by Raymond M. Kethledge and Michael S. Erwin ----- 00:40 – Introduction 01:04– The topic of his new book, https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Relationship-People-First-Digital/dp/1119806135 (Leadership is a Relationship), already caught his interest way back 2010 when he did a research for grad school. It has been his obsession for the last decade. 02:11 – He compares his two books. His first book https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Yourself-First-Inspiring-Leadership/dp/1632866315 (Lead Yourself First) was all about the advent of thee Information Age and its impact on three things: humans' ability to think hard, focus, and reflect. The new book is all about the impact of technology and all the noise on human relationships. 03:15 – He wrote his new book before COVID-19, which amplified the effect of the internet on human connections as the pandemic accelerated the pace of the digital-first world. 05:02 – He believes leadership should be accessible to everyone. Leadership has nothing to do with rank, title, and salary; it's how you influence people to do the right thing and what needs to be done. 05:48 – Citing the late president and Army officer Dwight Eisenhower, he says “leadership is the art of getting other people to do what needs to be done because they want to do it.” 07:00 – His new book does not just apply to managers, supervisors, or those in formal leadership positions. “This is a book about life because leadership is in our families, volunteer organizations, neighborhoods, it's everywhere.” 08:46 – As chairman of the board and founder of Father Vincent Capodanno High School, a private independent high school, he teaches a weekly course on character, resilience, and leadership via “experiential learning,” wherein students get to experience a real stress and leadership test. 09:42 – “One of the great things about adversity is that it sets the conditions to show people in the moment just how important it is for somebody to step up and lead.” 10:31 – The importance of empathy and human connections  14:32 – “It is in your power to make technology work for you.”  The problem starts if you spend 4-5 hours in front of a screen, distracting you from the people and relationships around you. 16:50 – He says “it can be done we just need to have discipline.” Some actionable advice: Try keeping your hands up while on Zoom meetings and maintaining eye contact to show that you are fully present in the moment. 17:50 – To operationalize these concepts in the book, he interviewed role models from different...

Mike Erwin is the founder of Team Red, White and Blue which has the mission of enriching veteran's lives by connecting them with communities through fitness and social activities. This community has over 190 locations across the country, 200,000 members and close to 250,000 check-ins for 2020. Find out more about Team RWB here: Team Red, White and Blue Mike is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserves, his current assignment is as an Assistant Professor at United States Military Academy, West Point. He is also the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board at the Positivity Project, which has the mission of teaching Pre-K through 12 students about character strengths and building positive relationships. Learn more about the Positivity Project here: The Positivity Project Mike has Co-authored two books, which dive into leadership principles such as solitude and why we need to put people first in the age of technology. Find both of the books here: Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude By  Mike S. Erwin and Raymond KethledgeLeadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World by Mike S Erwin and Willys DevollFind Mike Erwin here: Mike Erwin on LinkedInMike Erwin on Facebook Mike Erwin on Instagram Mike Erwin on Twitter If you enjoyed this episode of Always in Pursuit, please share with a couple of your friends and leave us a review on whatever platform you use. Also find out more about AIP and the team at www.alwaysinpursuit.org. Thank you for tuning in to the show!Check out our amazing Sponsors Adyton PBC and Learn more about MUSTR app which is streamlining systems for leaders across the Department of Defense! 

“My chairman of the board for team RWB, First Captain in West Point class of 1991, Doug McCormick says that bias for action is very important because you're going to learn a lot just by rolling up your sleeves and doing. And so even if you start something and it only lasts for two years or three years, or it doesn't succeed — it might very well be setting you up for success in some arena or some way that you didn't expect.” — Mike Erwin-------Episode Timestamps:*(2:05) - Pitching at West Point and Mike's overall experience*(4:25) - Balancing Team Red, White & Blue and the military *(6:40) - When an idea becomes a living-breathing entity*(8:05) - Scaling a non-profit organization*(12:30) - The guiding mentors that helped Mike along the way*(15:40) - Mike publishes his first book: Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude*(19:10) - Mike's new book is coming out soon: Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World*(25:00) - The next phase of leadership, psychology, and humanity*(29:40) - How Mike balances everything he has going on*(32:00) - The Sitrep*(36:50) - What stresses Mike out and how he reframes his thinking*(39:40) - Giving Back LinksConnect with Mike on LinkedInFollow Mike on TwitterPre-order his upcoming book: Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital WorldFollow Eddie on TwitterConnect with Old Grad Club on LinkedInwww.oldgradclub.com

My guest today is talking about a topic we've never touched on Good Money before: solitude. Now before you start rolling your eyes thinking of a 7 day silence retreat or taking yoga classes like Aunt Betty, this is absolutely not that kind of solitude.   As an intelligence officer in 3 combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, Mike Erwin shares how the simple art of cutting out the noise transformed his creativity and decision-making—and how it can transform yours too. Solitude can make you more money, and Mike tells stories of how successful business and historical leaders have used it to their advantage. PLUS, I ask Mike his honest thoughts about what's happening in Afghanistan and how we can help.    3 KEYS TO SUCCESS: Solitude can be practiced anywhere  When you practice solitude, you'll be more creative in challenging situations than your peers Start “brainwriting” - ask your team to write out 3 ideas on a piece of paper instead of sharing them out loud in front of the group   Follow Derrick on Instagram for daily money tips! https://www.instagram.com/derricktkinney/  

In this episode, I have a great conversation with Mike Erwin where we discuss our thoughts and feelings on the current state of affairs in Afghanistan and how to maintain a positive outlook despite the circumstances.  Mike shares how he maintains his edge and positive outlook, some of his daily high performance habits.  We discuss how Team Red, White, and Blue was founded and the future of the organization and some highlights of his books:  “Lead Yourself First” and upcoming book: “Leadership Is A Relationship.”    Book's Referenced:    “Range” by David Epstein  “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho  “Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude” by Mike Erwin and Raymond Kethledge  “Leadership Is A Relationship” by Mike Erwin and Willys Devoll    Organization Referenced:  Team RBW:  www.teamrwb.org  Positivity Project: https://posproject.org   MIKE ERWIN was born and raised in Syracuse, NY.  He has dedicated his life to serving the nation and empowering people to build positive relationships and become more resilient.  Mike lives on a 32 acre Homestead outside Fort Bragg, North Carolina, with his wife Genevieve and their 5 children; Eli, Adelaide, Therese, Matthias and Zelie.   Mike is the founder & CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and has worked with companies including Amazon, SAP, and Stryker; Special Forces units; and professional sports teams including the Boston Celtics and the NJ Devils.  He is  co-author of LEAD YOURSELF FIRST by Bloomsbury Press (2017). The book focuses on how solitude strengthens people's character---and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction.  He is working on his next book, LEADERSHIP IS A RELATIONSHIP, that will unpack his graduate school thesis research about the intersection of character strengths and leadership. A 2002 graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics, Mike was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer, serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). His service includes deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2004-2005---that involved the Battles of Fallujah and Najaf.  Mike also deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2006-2007 and 2009. He earned two Bronze Star Medals from these tours.    Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan from 2009-2011, where he earned a Master's degree in positive psychology and leadership under the tutelage of the co-founder of positive psychology, Dr. Chris Peterson.  While a graduate student, he founded a non-profit organization named Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), whose mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their communities through p

On this episode of Got Your 6, Tony Nash talks with Mike Erwin, the founder and executive director of https://www.teamrwb.org/ (Team Red, White, and Blue (Team RWB)), a non-profit that connects veterans to the local communities through sports. Mike talks about how he stays fit physically and mentally and shares some actionable advice on how he manages his time, improves himself, and navigates his time and schedule to achieve maximum results. Mental and Physical Fitness Mike's time in the Army continues to impact his life – from as simple as his affinity for the Jacob's ladder (which began during a 2009 Afghanistan deployment) to subscribing to a solid routine and working out in the morning. While he is not as physically active as he was during the Army, he says he's now back at it “with a vengeance.” The two books that have made an impact on his life and that he keeps on re-reading are: 100 Ways to Motive Yourself (2012) by Steve Chandler helps a person create an action plan for living his vision in business and in life.  The Alchemist (1993) by Paolo Coelho, a fiction that tells the story of a shepherd boy Santiago, who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found. Citing the lessons from The Alchemist, Mike is a big believer that everything happens for a reason and that failures pave the road to success. “It can be dangerous when we tell that to other people: ‘Ah, everything happens for a reason, don't worry about it.' But the reality is, if you take that approach and that view into life, that the setbacks and the adversity and the mistakes that you made – while it feels like in the moment you're like ‘Ugh that was terrible, what a big mistake!' – if you can learn to see that for what it is… A setback is a setup for a comeback.” On Failures as Temporary Setbacks Mike is also the co-founder & president of https://posproject.org/ (The Positivity Project), a non-profit group that aims to empower the youth to build positive relationships. But it took several hiccups along the way before the organization became what it is today. Mike and his partner committed a big mistake when they used philanthropy as the organization's business model. They later realized it was not feasible for their business, which focuses on character education because schools already have a budget for that. So they tweaked their model – from seeking grants to building a business that would make schools want to pay them for training, curriculum, and resources, among others. That huge mistake proved to be their key to success to have a sustainable business. Urgent vs Important and the Importance of Tracking Time  In 2014, Mike learned to view things using the Eisenhower Box, which helps a person decide on and prioritize tasks by urgency and importance. It helps users sort out less urgent and important tasks which could be either delegated or ignored. Another thing that has transformed his life is tracking his time. He tracks if he has spent too long on emails, if he has not exercised much in a week, or has done things for leisure, such as golf. Mike said this becomes very important in making sure you have as much time as possible to spend on important but not urgent things, such as relationships planning, eating, health, and exercising. These activities are usually those that get ignored easily. He says he applies this in menial tasks such as getting rid of cables in the house and deleting useless apps from his phone – things that take his time mindlessly. A 32-hectare farm owner, Mike says he makes most of his business decisions while working on the property. On Constant Improvement and His Personal Relationship with Technology Mike likens constant self-improvement to tango – 2 steps forward, one step back – as growth is not linear. He also believes growth comes at a gradual pace. As he counts time, Mike says he has improved his relationship with technology and the digital world,...

During this episode of the Still Serving Podcast, Host Rob Couture shares news and information you can use to get motivated and get healthy. Dr. Jane Kim is the Chief Consultant for Preventive Medicine for the National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention at the Veterans Administration. She comes armed with all the information you need to know about the VA's COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Executive Director and Founder of Team Red, White, & Blue, Mike Erwin, is joined by VFW Director of Programs, Lynn Rolf, to discuss the newly created partnership between the two organizations and how we veterans can use it to enhance our wellness efforts. Then, SEAC (Retired) John Wayne Troxell shares how his role as a fitness advocate, motivational speaker, consultant, and brand ambassador for multiple health and fitness organizations promotes healthy, nutritious initiatives. To wrap things up, Post Commander for VFW Post 7916, Jeff Lett, describes how his post became the #StillServing Post of the Month.   Chief Consultant for Preventative Medicine VA, Dr. Jane Kim —   What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination program at the VA. [2:25] Reactions and possible side effects from the vaccines. [6:02] Can fully vaccinated people transmit COVID-19 to friends or family? [9:32]   Founder Team Red, White, & Blue, Mike Erwin, and VFW's Director of Programs, Lynn Rolf —   Why Mike created Team Red, White, & Blue. [15:54] Lynn reflects on his fitness journey and how the joint effort of the VFW and Team R, W, & B to help veterans stay healthy. [19:25] Physical, mental, and emotional accountability is a key factor in Team Red, White, and Blue's program. [26:43] The benefits of the partnership between Team R, W, & B offers VFW members. [29:20] Marching orders is a simple way veterans can get moving toward better health. [31:23]   SEAC (Retired) John Wayne Troxell —   John designed the PME Hard program to be a foundation for resiliency for troops in harsh conditions. [36:42] The challenging, non-traditional motivation techniques John integrated into his PT routines. [43:48] Why nutrition is the most important way for veterans to be physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy. [48:31] John promotes “better for you” choices by partnering with private companies that provide military services. [53:14] Why physical fitness is vitally important to a healthy retirement. [1:04:27] John has two podcasts The Ron & John Show and Leader Talk. [1:10:46]   #StillServing Post Commander VFW Post 7916, Jeff Lett —   Jeff describes how he is #StillServing and how VFW Post 7916 thrives in the community. [1:17:36] Post 7916 was voted Post of the Month based on the good deeds done by its members. [1:23:13]     For more information or continue the conversation, please visit: Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook VFW Unmet Needs Program Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text “NEEDS” to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program Today's VFW — Share Your #StillServing Story VA COVID-19 Vaccine Website Team Red, White, & Blue Website The Ron and John Show Podcast Leader Talk FB Live Podcast

“The questions we ask drive the caliber of the conversations we have.” – Mike ErwinDive in as Mike and Steve share a powerful dialogue on the power of leaning in as leaders to improve upon our strengths, empowering teams with enthusiasm and optimism. Mike Erwin is the co-founder and Chairman of the Board of The Positivity Project. A 2002 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, he served in the Army on Active Duty for 13 years, including three deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, and is currently a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserves. In 2010, Mike founded Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a non-profit organization that enriches veterans' lives by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. He serves on the Board for the organization, now 198 chapters and 114,000 members strong. Mike earned his master's degree in positive psychology and leadership, under the tutelage of Chris Peterson, from the University of Michigan — and taught leadership at West Point. He is the co-author of Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude. Mike and his wife, Genevieve, live in the Village of Pinehurst, NC, with their five children.Be sure to share with a friend and subscribe to stay up to date on our weekly interviews. If you're interested in learning more about Game On's programming, please visit wwww.gameonnation.com!

Mike Erwin lives life by three principles: faith, family, and service. He truly understands the impact of selfless service and community. Mike is a graduate of The U.S. Military Academy at West Point where he was commissioned as an officer and went on to serve three combat tours with the 1st Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group. After his third deployment, Mike founded Team Red, White & Blue. Team RWB is a nonprofit organization that enriches the lives of America's veterans. They do this by connecting them to their communities through physical and social activity. Today, Mike leads Team RWB as Executive Director. Mike also serves as CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and is the Co-Founder and President of the Positivity Project, where he aims to empower America's youth in building positive relationships. He's also the co-author of Lead Yourself First." To learn more about Mike and his work, visit MikeErwin.net. On this episode, you'll hear about: - What selfless service looks like - The power of community - How technology and money affect empathy - The difference between isolation and solitude - Our culture's loneliness epidemic - Advice for anyone who wants to bring more meaning into their life

Today's episode features Mike Erwin - West Point Leadership Instructor, author of Lead Yourself First, and founder of The Positivity Project (a non-profit organization that brings character education to America's youth). In this wide-ranging conversation, Mike and I explored topics like: -Handling pressure -Emotional mastery in the heat of the moment -Solitude and how spending time reflecting and turning inward can promote effective leadership, positive relationships, moral courage, meaning and fulfillment (all of which are themes in Mike's book Lead Yourself First). -Mike's experiences in the military as an intelligence officer -Promoting character education in schools through Mike's non-profit, the Positivity Project. For show notes, links to more about Mike and his work, and more, visit www.joshuasteinfeldt.com/podcast Mike Erwin's background: Mike Erwin is the CEO of The Character & Leadership Center and co-founder & president of the Positivity Project - a non-profit organization with the mission to empower America's youth to build stronger relationships. He is the co-author of Lead Yourself First by Bloomsbury Press (2017). The book focuses on how solitude strengthens people's character---and their ability to lead with clarity, balance and conviction. Mike is also a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, assigned to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he serves as an Assistant Professor in Leadership & Psychology. Mike graduated from West Point in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. He was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer, serving in three combat tours with the First Cavalry Division and 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne). Mike earned two Bronze Star Medals from these tours. Following his third deployment, Mike attended the University of Michigan from 2009- 2011, where he studied positive psychology and leadership under the tutelage of the co- founder of positive psychology, Dr. Chris Peterson. While in graduate school in 2010, Mike founded a non-profit organization named Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB). Team RWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their communities through physical and social activity. He volunteered as the Executive Director for 3 years and continues to serve on the Board of Directors. Team RWB has 138,000 members and 212 chapters across the world.Support the show (https://joshuasteinfeldt.com/donate/)

“To be an optimistic leader in the face of challenges is a true competitive advantage in the world today” In season 13 episode 2 we are joined by Mike Erwin. He is the co-author of "Lead Yourself First," founder of two non-profit 's (Team Red White and Blue and The Positivity Project), and is the CEO of Character and Leadership Center.   In our conversation we covered: - What is positive psychology?  - When is Character developed? - How positivity relates to leadership - Can negative people change? - How to become a more positive person - Why leaders put limits on their people - What is solitude and why is it some important - Why Eisenhower was such a great leader - How do you make solitude a part of your daily practice? This podcast is brought to you by LearnLoft.com

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