Think Like a Navy Seal with JP Dinnell

JP Dinnell is a former Navy SEAL and was sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser. J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, in Charlie Platoon. He is a true American Hero. Upon his return, J.P. connected and partnered with Jocko Wilnik’s organization, Echelon Front, helping rebuild and enhance corporate/life/leadership training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. He serves as Director of Tactical Training Programs, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor.

→IN THIS EPISODE...

JP dives into his life’s calling being a part of the Navy Seals, his grit determination, and bringing what he learned in combat to training the masses who are looking to hone and develop their own leadership skills.

🔍 Breakdown with JP Dinnell:

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Intro JP Dinnell - Becoming A Navy Seal

JP introduces himself and shares how his journey started becoming a Navy SEAL. 

Chapter 2 (3:01) Adversity at Recruiting

Confidence was instilled in JP; becoming a Navy Seal was a calling. Going to the recruiting office JP wasn’t met with the warm welcome one might anticipate.

Chapter 3 (8:15​) Getting Accepted Into BUD/S* 

It wasn’t easy, but JP never lost focus. He was intentional of his choices from his early days in the Navy to set himself up to become a seal, from his ASVAB** test to being intentional about his job selection.

Chapter 4 (​20:47) Source of Self-Confidence 

Self-assurance came to JP from an early age knowing he was doing what he was meant to do. JP thrived in combat situations.

Chapter 5 (31:50​) Leadership  

JP draws a direct correlation between leadership capabilities and every organization.  He goes into the good qualities of a leader and how he has been able to develop those skills in people.

Chapter 6 (34:33​) Advice to Refocus 

Prioritize and execute. JP identifies a loss of focus that happens when people come out of alignment within their life.

Chapter 7 (36:30) Breaking Point of Quitting

If you have a mindset of quitting, then you are already done. It's a mindset. Keep your focus on finishing and you will complete it.

Chapter 8 (​41:25) Leveling Up

Change the people you hang out with if they are contributing to your growth. JP also discusses 75 hard and the positive impact he had in his life.

Chapter 9 (51:45​) Signature Energy Drink  

Sniper Sour Apple is JP’s new Energy Drink and a professional milestone in its creation.

Chapter 10 (​52:53) Exercising With Your Partner

Prioritize quality time with your loved ones.  Take the time with your family so you don’t lose them.

Chapter 11 (​54:11) Echelon Front Online Courses 

EFonline. JP instructs online courses and has a leadership platform where you can progress at their own speed.

Chapter 12 (56:19​) Making Time to Learn  

Put on your earbuds and learn. No excuses, you have the time, just make it a priority.

Material Referenced in this interview:

→https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard

→75 HARD: A TACTICAL GUIDE TO WINNING THE WAR WITH YOURSELF by Andy Frisella

📞 Connect with JP

→https://efonline.com/ (Leadership course)

→https://echelonfront.com/jp-dinnell/

→https://originmaine.com/nutrition/jocko-go-drink-sour-apple-sniper-pack-of-12/ (link for JP’s Energy Drink code:americanmade 10% off)

→Follow JP @JPDinnell on all social media

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*Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL

Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) Training (24 weeks) BUD/S is a 24-week training course that develops the SEAL candidates' mental and physical stamina and leadership skills.

**Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

ASVAB stands for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, which is a multiple-choice test that helps you identify which Army jobs (Military Occupational Specialties) would be best for you.