#153 Jocko Willink on Respect, Influence and Leadership | Impact Theory

In this episode, Jocko Willink details his leadership principles and explains how to apply them. He also talks about building relationships and trust, understanding human nature, and learning to control your ego and emotions. And he even takes some time to share his newest undertaking, writing children’s books. This episode is brought to you by: Skillshare: Explore your creativity at skillshare.com/impacttheory for 2 free months of Premium Membership. SHOW NOTES:  People asked how to apply leadership principles, so Jocko wrote his new book on tactics [2:07] Jocko tells the war story of how he learned to take a step back and detach [4:38] Jocko explains how he learned to avoid arrogance and to listen to people [8:48] Jocko then explains how he learned that he doesn’t always need to be the leader [11:33] Jocko advocates the importance of relationships and building trust [14:25] Jocko asks questions instead of making statements when disagreements arise [19:43] Jocko compares manipulation and leadership [23:14] If you want to be a good leader, you need to understand human nature [29:01] Jocko talks about why it’s so important to control your emotions [30:45] Jocko advocates learning jiu jitsu to help you control your ego and emotions [32:29] Jocko explains how to gain influence and respect [35:07] Jocko and Tom talk about Jocko’s children’s books [36:21] But seriously, if you’ve never checked out Jocko’s children’s books you really should [40:00] Jocko and Tom discuss how to focus on improvement instead of talent [43:44] Jocko talks about standing up to bullies [45:32] Jocko shares the impact he wants to have on the world [49:01]  FOLLOW JOCKO: WEBSITE: jockopodcast.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2sFPXIt FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2Q0Eqvu TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2Q2bL9d    Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you. Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.  This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day. Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices