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Mission Ready Building High-Performing Teams from the Battlefield to the Boardroom By William Branum and Brenda Neckvatal
Missionreadyleadership.com

~THE BOOK
We will bring you to your next level of business.
In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, merely keeping up is no longer enough. To truly thrive and outpace the competition, elevating your team to its next level of performance is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. With decades of experience in the most demanding environments imaginable, William brings the unparalleled discipline, leadership, and teamwork skills honed during his 26 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. Brenda, with her expert insight into HR practices, crisis management, and group dynamics, complements this perfectly, translating these high-stakes military strategies into actionable, impactful corporate methodologies.



William Branum is a highly decorated Navy SEAL veteran who served in the United States military for 26 years. During his extensive military career, he honed his leadership skills, cultivated a strong mindset, and gained invaluable experience in high-pressure situations as a sniper instructor, leading teams on operations ranging from protecting the interim Iraqi elected officials to direct action missions in Baghdad as well as specialized in undersea operations with missions that were required to be approved by the President of the United States. After retiring from the military, William has made it his mission to share the lessons he learned with others as a speaker, author, and business, and leadership advisor.

William’s expertise in leadership and mindset has been sought after by organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. He draws on his experiences to provide practical advice on how to cultivate a leadership style that inspires and motivates others, and how to develop the resilience needed to succeed in challenging environments.

William's commitment to serving others has also led him to support several philanthropic causes, including the Navy SEAL Foundation and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Through his work, Branum continues to inspire individuals and organizations to embrace the qualities that have made him a successful leader: discipline, dedication, and a willingness to push beyond one's limits.

Brenda Neckvatal

Brenda is an award-winning HR professional, a 2x bestselling author, and has been featured in publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Inc., and US News and World Reports. Perseverance, integrity, and relentless optimism are just a few of the ingredients that make up what you experience when meeting and working with Brenda.

Not only does she help business leaders solve their most difficult people issues, but she is also a specialist in group dynamics, crisis management, and HR compliance, and a mentor to professionals in HR working as an HR department of one.

She started as an HR sprout after a solid fourteen-year career in retail management. She really enjoys helping people solve their unique problems, and human resources offered her the ability to support her co-workers in a greater capacity. Having the benefit of working for a total of six Fortune 500 companies, she converted her experience into advising her audience to use tried and trusted best practices that help small businesses achieve their workforce goals.

In her 30-year career in human resources and business, she has consulted to over 600 small businesses and C-suite leaders. She has optimized employee effectiveness and helped mitigate the high costs associated with making hasty employment-related decisions.

The Mighty Moo: The USS Cowpens and Her Epic World War II Journey from Jinx Ship to the Navy’s First Carrier into Tokyo Bay by Nathan Canestaro
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The Mighty Moo is the tale of how a scrappy little World War II aircraft carrier and its untested crew earned a distinguished combat record and beat incredible odds to earn 12 battle stars in the Pacific.

The USS Cowpens and her crew weren’t your typical heroes. She was a flattop that the US Navy initially didn’t want, with a captain nearly scapegoated for the loss of his last command, pilots who self-trained on the planes they would fly into combat, and sailors that had been in uniform barely longer than the ship had been afloat. Despite their humble origins, Cowpens and her band of second-string reservists and citizen sailors served with distinction, fighting in nearly every major carrier operation from 1943 to 1945, including the Battles of the Philippine Sea and Leyte Gulf. Together they faced a deadly typhoon that brought the ship to the verge of capsizing, and at war’s end there was only one US aircraft carrier in Tokyo Bay to witness the Japanese surrender—The Mighty Moo.

In the years to follow, Cowpens’ service has become the wellspring for a remarkable modern tradition, both within the US Navy and the small Southern town that still celebrates her legacy with a festival every year. The Mighty Moo is a biography of a World War II aircraft carrier as told through the voices of its heroic crew—a “Band of Brothers at sea.”

Melissa McKenzie Dives Deep into Website Design and Squarespace Templates
Carbonandclay.co
Discount Code: Use code "Chris10" for 10% off any website template on Carbon and Clay.





About the Guest(s):

Melissa McKenzie is a talented website developer and the owner of Carbon and Clay. With a background in graphic design and a minor in website design, she has carved out a niche for herself through her budget-friendly Squarespace templates tailored for service-based businesses. Melissa is also a mom of five who successfully runs her business in just a few hours a day. Her expertise lies in transforming ordinary websites into 24/7 client-generating machines by infusing strategic insights into her designs.

Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris Voss welcomes Melissa McKenzie, the owner of Carbon and Clay, to discuss how businesses can leverage affordable Squarespace templates to build compelling and effective websites quickly. Melissa shares her journey from a graphic design graduate to a successful entrepreneur managing a thriving business while raising five children. Highlighting the evolution of web design, she makes a compelling case for ready-made templates, especially for service-based businesses, coaches, influencers, and course creators aiming to create professional websites without a hefty price tag.

Melissa dives deep into the advantages of using Squarespace templates, emphasizing their user-friendliness, design sophistication, and strategic layout options that help businesses convert visitors into customers. She explains the importance of having a mobile-friendly website and optimal content placement to reduce bounce rates and increase engagement. The conversation also covers Carbon and Clay's unique services, including five-day website launches, done-for-you customization options, and valuable resources like copywriting and training videos. By the episode's end, Melissa offers listeners a special discount code to get started on their web design journey.

Key Takeaways:
Affordable Professionalism: Using Squarespace templates allows businesses to achieve a professional look and functionality at a fraction of the cost of custom websites.
Time Efficiency: Carbon and Clay offers a five-day website launch service, ensuring that customers can get their sites up and running swiftly.
User-Friendly Platforms: Squarespace's all-in-one capabilities, including e-commerce, blogging, and invoicing, make it a versatile choice for various types of businesses.
Mobile Optimization: In today’s mobile-first world, having a mobile-friendly website is crucial for user engagement and reducing bounce rates.
Comprehensive Support: Carbon and Clay provides resources like copywriting, training videos, and customer support to help clients make the most of their new websites.

Notable Quotes:
"Nowadays anyone can make a website. All you have to do is put your content in and places like Squarespace or WordPress develop it for you." - Melissa McKenzie
"If you lay it on a site that has like 16 gazillion links at the top, you're just, you're gonna exit out and you're gonna find somewhere else because it's just too overwhelming." - Melissa McKenzie
"I would like to bust the myth that your website is just like a landing page to send people to or like a static brochure." - Melissa McKenzie
"A lot of times people will come from WordPress and be like, I cannot manage my site. I'm paying someone all the time to just switch out an image or add a page, and then they switch to us and they're like, that is so easy." - Melissa McKenzie
"Starting to think about your website in a way where it is actually working for you to gain leads and sales on autopilot." - Melissa McKenzie

Diving Deep into Crypto with Expert David Doss!
CKC.fund




About the Guest(s):

David Doss is an accomplished entrepreneur and fund manager with over 15 years of experience in marketing, growth, and investment. He holds a summa cum laude BA from UC Berkeley, an MA as a Fulbright Scholar, and an MBA in strategy and innovation. David has led teams with seven-figure budgets in the digital economy and alternative assets, working with notable entities such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Citi. Currently, he chairs CKC Studio Blockchain Growth Studio and manages CKC Fund, focusing on de-risking digital asset investments and providing blockchain services. He also serves on Chain Board's overseeing corporate events and managing Cayman-based alternative asset funds.

Episode Summary:
In this dynamic episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews David Doss, the founder of CKC Fund. David delves into his extensive background in marketing, global digital transformation, and fund management. He shares his journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to becoming a leading expert in blockchain and digital assets. Highlighting the potential and growth of these innovative financial vehicles, David provides insights on the benefits of decentralized investments and the appeal of cryptocurrencies.
David Doss emphasizes the advantages of investing in blockchain technologies and digital assets while addressing the misconceptions that often surround these markets. As a watch and alternative investment enthusiast, David draws parallels between his early interest in collectibles and the intricate world of digital currencies. His expertise spans managing substantial portfolios and navigating the complex regulatory environments, particularly in locations like the Cayman Islands. Throughout the episode, David underscores the importance of proper risk management and diversified portfolio strategies in achieving significant returns in the dynamic digital economy.

Key Takeaways:
Investment Opportunities in Blockchain: David Doss explains how blockchain technology opens new investment opportunities, offering significant growth potential and diversification in one's portfolio.
Regulatory Environment in the Cayman Islands: He provides insights on the benefits of using Cayman Islands for investment vehicles due to its stringent regulatory framework and global focus.
Evolution and Growth in Digital Assets: The episode reveals the cyclical nature of digital asset markets, with notable growth phases following periods of consolidation, indicating a promising outlook for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.
Diversification in Digital Portfolios: Emphasizing the importance of a well-balanced portfolio, David discusses the strategy of allocating investments across various digital assets to maximize returns and manage risks.
Alternative Investments: David shares his journey and passion for alternative investments, including his early interest in collectibles like trading cards, shaping his approach to the digital asset space.

Notable Quotes:
"We're providing blockchain services overall in two main areas: digital asset fund management and blockchain program management." – David Doss
"There are roughly 25,000 different cryptocurrencies, not even counting tokenized assets." – David Doss
"The crux of it is wanting to provide people with hardworking investments." – David Doss
"Digital assets are acting as a hedge against volatility in other markets." – David Doss
"Thinking of asymmetric upside is having a floor but not having a ceiling, which can really benefit a portfolio when properly managed." – David Doss

Chrysalis: Awakening to God's Path, Protection, and Power in Your Life by Guy W Gane
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Ganewisdom.com/



This book will show you how to achieve any goal, realize any dream, and attain every wish. By adhering to God's word, by listening for His voice and by accepting His guidance and directionyou will bring to pass the life that He has planned for you.

Man suffers by his own choice. Not out of hoping to do so, but out of ignorance of not knowing otherwise.

Best-selling author Guy W. Gane, Jr. has now written a book truly for the ages. Not since 'Think and Grow Rich' has a book had the capability to change a persons' destiny in such a profound way.

Throughout the Bible lies the blueprint for a life of happiness, peace and love. Gane has constructed a manuscript that allows scripture to attest to just that.

PlanAssist®: Make Better Financial Decisions Kindle Edition by Timothy Clifford
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Planassist.com




A comprehensive guide for individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of personal finance with confidence and clarity. Through the innovative PlanAssist® process, this book offers a structured approach to financial planning, emphasizing the importance of proactive decision-making, strategic diversification, and the value of seeking formal and informal counsel. It dismantles the often daunting landscape of financial management into manageable steps, making wealth-building accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial background or stage in life. At its core, the book champions the philosophy that financial success is not merely about making money, but about making wise decisions that lead to having money. By prioritizing planning, diversification, and seeking counsel, it guides readers towards achieving financial security and independence, advocating for a disciplined yet flexible approach to personal finance that adapts to life's changes and challenges. The underlying message is through responsibility, discipline, and informed action, anyone can navigate their path to financial well-being and stability, building a legacy of wealth that extends beyond the mere accumulation of assets.