How Green Berets Accomplish The Impossible: Lt. Col. Scott Mann, Army Special Forces

The Alpha Human Podcast

In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, host Lawrence Rosenberg engages in a compelling conversation with retired U.S. Army Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann. Beyond his 23-year military career in combat operations across Colombia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, he is an accomplished playwright and actor who created the stage play "Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret," shedding light on veterans' untold stories and the profound cost of war on military families. He's also the bestselling author of "Operation Pineapple Express," which details a grassroots mission to rescue Afghan elite forces allies during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. In addition, Scott founded Rooftop Leadership to train corporate leaders, law enforcement, and military teams, as well as The Heroes Journey, a nonprofit helping veterans and first responders find their voice as they transition to civilian life. During their conversation, Lawrence and Scott explore Scott's new book "Nobody Is Coming to Save You: A Green Beret's Guide to Getting Big Sh*t Done." They delve into the importance of connection and rapport by understanding the human operating system, that humans are meaning-seeking, emotional, and social storytellers who struggle. They also delve into "the churn" as a modern challenge, a metaphor for the forces that divide and isolate people, eroding trust and fueling fear and anger. Scott shares insights on how to find meaning and purpose through "leaving tracks," and how to use storytelling and narrative competence (the ability to influence and inspire others), as potent leadership tools that help ensure we get big things done. Links: https://scottmann.com/ https://scottmann.com/patreon/ https://rooftopleadership.com/