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Summary
Waldo Waldman, a former fighter pilot and current keynote speaker and executive coach, shares his journey from the military to entrepreneurship. He grew up in a blue-collar family on Long Island, where he developed a competitive nature and a strong work ethic. Waldo's parents instilled values of integrity, accountability, and hard work. He and his twin brother were always competing, and they learned the importance of self-reliance and entrepreneurship. Waldo's passion for flying was ignited when his father took him to see planes at Kennedy Airport. Despite his fear of heights, he pursued a career as a pilot and overcame many challenges along the way. Waldo emphasizes the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and facing your fears in order to achieve your dreams. In this conversation, Waldo Waldman shares his personal journey of overcoming fear and building resilience. He discusses his experience as a fighter pilot and how he developed claustrophobia, which affected his flying career. Despite facing panic attacks and anxiety, Waldo was able to continue flying and excel in his role. He emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help and building a support network. Waldo also highlights the need for responsibility and preparation in order to overcome challenges and achieve success. He encourages listeners to embrace adversity and continue to blaze their own trail.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:15 Lessons from Parents
09:29 Adversity and Overcoming Challenges
13:35 Career Path and Pursuing Dreams
17:35 Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone
21:36 Opportunities and Obstacles
26:26 The Importance of a Support Network
31:39 Focusing on Serving Others and Building Relationships
36:29 Responsibility and Preparation in Overcoming Obstacles
39:13 Embracing Adversity as an Opportunity for Growth
45:37 The Power of Courage and Resilience in Blazing Your Own Trail
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Speaker and Author
Lt Col Waldo Waldman, MBA is a Hall of Fame leadership keynote speaker, executive coach, and author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Never Fly Solo. Known as “The Wingman”, he’s an Air Force Academy graduate, combat decorated fighter pilot and expert in resilience, courage, and helping leaders accelerate performance in changing environments. His clients include Trane, Siemens, American Express, and The Denver Broncos, and he’s been featured on CNN, Fox News, and The Harvard Business Review. Visit www.YourWingman.com or connect with him on social media @WaldoWaldman
