After 16 years in the Marine Corps, I’ve seen the highs, the lows, and everything in between — from getting NJP’d to becoming a Martial Arts Instructor Trainer, author, podcaster, and father who refuses to play small.In this episode, I break down 5 hard-earned lessons (plus a bonus) that have shaped me as a Marine, leader, and man:<ul><li>🕰 Patience: Why you can’t quit before the plan has time to work</li><li>🔥 Adversity as Fuel: How owning your mistakes turns setbacks into motivation</li><li>💡 Never Make Yourself Small: Stop dimming your light for people who can’t handle your shine</li><li>🏗 Rebuild & Rebrand: Forget what they say — you’re allowed to grow and start over</li><li>🎯 Life After the Marine Corps: Building your exit plan before it’s too late</li><li>🏀 Bonus – Rubber vs. Glass Balls: Learning what to protect at all cost.</li></ul>This is a reflection on 16 years of lessons — and a challenge to look at your own career, own your story, and start building what’s next.IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaksLet our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

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