On this episode of the podcast, the Co-founder and Director of Ironside Coffee, Nyomie Horton, talks about the lessons she has learned after one year in business. She also talks about her 2 deployments to the Middle East as a Military Policewoman and how she became the company's Director. Nyomie's Social Media Linkedin Twitter Resources Mentioned on the podcast Simon Sinek and lists Tim Ferris Podcast and the Ken Block Episode Monday.com The Long Gun Project with Ben Jarrett Precision Rifle Series Head to www.ironsidecoffeeco.com.au to check out the new website. We now have an option for a ..read more

Marcus Carroll is the director of STS Consulting and has coached Ben in developing as a coach over the last 4 years. Marcus has led teams during the delivery of large scale infrastructure projects and now coaches leaders from the frontline all the way through to executive level coaching. On this episode Ben and Marcus discuss developing as a coach, coaching with 2 black eyes, Brazilian Ju Jitsu, and how STS is using the unique skills of veterans to provide relatable coaching to frontline leaders from the heavy industries. This episode is brought to you by the Second Rodeo Podcast with Symesy ..read more

#47 - Major General (Retired) Gus McLachlan AO. Afghanistan, Unlocking Discretionary Effort and Leading Large Teams Ben is joined by former Forces Commander of the Australian Army, Major General (Retired) Gus McLachlan AO. In this episode, they discuss Afghanistan, unlocking discretionary effort and leading large teams. If you liked this episode, please consider subscribing to my channel; it really helps me out. If you really liked this episode, you could shout me a virtual cup of coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/eaglestandard For more leadership and adventure content, head to my website ..read more

As a former Australian Special Forces Team Leader and high-risk environment consultant, Mark Direen has worked and led teams in some of the world’s most hostile and unforgiving environments. Ben and Mark discuss leading within the Special Operations Task Group and how that compared to leading in the world of Civilian Contracting. Mark also shares the adventure Motorcycle trip of a lifetime, travelling across Mongolia. Through his company Point Assist and in conjunction with the Tasmanian State Government, Mark guides the Veteran’s Active Recreation Program (VARP), supporting the health and wel ..read more

In this episode of the Podcast, Ben, Chris, and Jason discuss a coaching challenge Ben is working with and the importance of timely feedback. Jason shares the value of video footage as a coaching and feedback tool in its use in the combat shooting continuum. They all share what they are currently reading and what is resonating, and what's not. Check out all of the Eagle Standard by Aquilifer Leadership Blogs, Podcasts, and Videos at https://linktr.ee/EagleStandard. If you have any suggested guests or would like to contribute, reach out to the team at admin@aquiliferleadership.com All remote ep ..read more

On this episode of the Podcast, Ben, Chris and Jason are joined by Matt Brennan, Executive General Manager and co-founder of Sevulink. Matt served for 30 years in the Australian Army; most of those years were within the Special Operations community. Matt served in the UK and the US, where he led planning teams, achieved specialist qualifications and conducted training in various locations globally. He has extensive operational service in the Southwest Pacific, the Middle East and Afghanistan. As a veteran and a father, Matt is a passionate advocate for the unique health and wellbeing needs of ..read more

Episode 38 - James Davis As leaders move up in their team or business, they have fewer opportunities to spend time with their frontline workforce. Making the most of team interactions at the Manager level and above becomes increasingly important, and Ben was lucky enough to see James do this as the Commanding Officer of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2014-2016). James had a significant impact on Ben during this time, and the example that he set shapes the way that Ironside Coffee works each day. He proved that a deliberate approach to interacting and developing the team scales to all levels of lead ..read more

Ben Horton and Mark Direen sit down to talk about their recent trip to Timor Leste. Check out the following Youtube content of the trip. Ben's Videos Mark's Videos Links Aquilifer Leadership Point Assist   If you loved the episode it would be awesome if you could share with your family and friends on social media. If you really loved the episode and would like to support the Eagle Standard directly, you can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/eaglestandard   ..read more

On this Episode Ben talks with one of the Co-Founders of Mineset, Tiago. Tiago and Scott Dearlove's Mission is to help break the stigma around mental health in the Mining Industry. Their goal is to create a positive relationship between people in the mining industry where conversations can be had about issues we may not want to have, outside of work. Find out more about Mineset Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin Youtube Check out all of the Eagle Standard by Aquilifer Leadership Blogs, Podcasts, and Videos at https://linktr.ee/EagleStandard. If you have any suggested guests or would like to ..read more

Jack Dear is an Australian Paramedic, currently volunteering in Ukraine. He is working with the team at Paracrew, a non-government organisation that works to support humanitarian and disaster operations. To learn more about Paracrew - head to https://paracrew.org To support Jack and the Paracrew team, Jack has a GoFund Me Page setup at https://gofund.me/bdeceac1 If you liked this episode, please consider subscribing to my channel; it really helps me out. If you really liked this episode, you could shout me a virtual cup of coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/eaglestandard For more leadershi ..read more