Jocko Willink
John Gretton "Jocko" Willink (born September 8, 1971) is an American retired naval officer who served in the Navy SEALs. He is also a podcaster and author. His military service saw combat actions in the war in Iraq, where he eventually commanded the SEAL Team 3's Task Unit Bruiser that fought in the battle against the Iraqi insurgents in Ramadi, and was honored with the Silver Star and Bronze Star for his service. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
Willink co-authored the books Extreme Ownership and The Dichotomy of Leadership (with fellow retired SEAL Leif Babin) and co-founded the management consulting firm Echelon Front, LLC. Willink hosts a weekly podcast with Brazilian jiu jitsu practitioner Echo Charles, called the Jocko Podcast.
Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win
Two members of the most decorated Navy SEAL team in history share stories about some of the most intense, sustained urban fighting and, more importantly, the lessons for leadership those experiences taught. Willink and Babin argue that these principles about responsibility and about achieving and sustaining victory are equally applicable to life in the civilian sector.
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