Sean Glass: Leadership Under Pressure | MTNPOD #92

Sean Glass: Leadership Under Pressure | MTNPOD #92

Author: Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness November 25, 2024 Duration: 1:30:21

In this powerful episode of the MTNTOUGH Podcast, we sit down with Sean Glass, a former Navy SEAL officer with 13 years of service and three combat deployments. Sean shares his incredible journey from leading SEAL training on the West Coast to mentoring future leaders in some of the most high-pressure environments imaginable. After leaving the military in 2019, Sean transitioned into the corporate world as COO of a tech startup, where he helped foster a team-oriented culture. Now, as a leadership instructor with Echelon Front, he combines his military and business expertise to help companies develop high-performing teams.


Sean opens up about the mindset required to excel in both battle and business, and how the principles of leadership, resilience, and mental fitness can be applied to any field. Whether you’re looking to build a high-performance team, elevate your personal leadership skills, or simply improve your mental toughness, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Plus, Sean talks about his entrepreneurial venture, Primal Beef, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on overcoming challenges, thriving under pressure, and leading with purpose.


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Hosted by Dustin Diefenderfer, founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness, the MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin Diefenderfer digs into what true toughness means for those who push their limits in the wild. This isn't just about gym routines; it's a deep, practical conversation on building a resilient body, a focused mind, and a grounded spirit, all forged through the demands of backcountry hunting, military experience, and mountain sports. You'll hear unfiltered stories and actionable advice drawn from the trenches-whether that's a steep elk hunt, a high-stakes rescue, or a personal breakthrough. The discussions in this podcast are built for hunters, first responders, and anyone who finds their clarity off the beaten path, offering expert insights that translate directly to performance in unpredictable environments. It’s about functional fitness for real-world challenges, moving far beyond generic workout tips to explore the holistic grit required to thrive when things get hard. Tune in for honest reflections and hard-won lessons that aim to fortify every aspect of your life, naturally connecting the principles behind the MTNTOUGH app to the raw experiences that inspired it.
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