Why Veterans Make the Best Leaders
Trust. Resilience. Leadership. In the military, they weren’t optional-they were life or death. But after service? No one hands you a guidebook on how to apply those same skills to the real world.
Michael Allison knows this firsthand. A Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Michael faced combat, injury, and the challenges of transition head-on. Now, as the CEO of The Adversity Academy, he’s helping veterans and professionals alike redefine leadership, conquer adversity, and take control of their lives.
In this episode, Michael shares:
- The crucial leadership lessons forged in combat
- How trust and adaptability are the cornerstones of success
- Why mental resilience is the key to overcoming life’s toughest moments
- His Break the Bottle Challenge and how it’s changing lives
- The mindset shift every veteran needs to step into their full potential
Timestamps:
02:15 – Lessons in trust and leadership from combat
07:30 – Preparing for the unexpected: Why training matters in business and life
14:15 – The Break the Bottle Challenge: A new approach to resilience
25:00 – How adversity can shape your future success
38:45 – Building the right team: Why relationships are everything
Links & Resources
- Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
- Website: https://michaelwallison.com/
- https://theadversityacademy.com/