Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast 2.0

THE WAR MAY BE OVER… BUT FOR MANY VETERANS, THE HARDEST BATTLE IS JUST BEGINNING.What happens when you take off the uniform, lose your tribe, and suddenly feel like you’ve lost your purpose?For many veterans, coming home isn’t the end of the battle. It’s the beginning of an entirely different one.On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with Lieutenant Colonel Mike Erwin, West Point graduate, three-tour combat veteran, bestselling co-author of Lead Yourself First, and founder of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB).After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Mike recognized something that too many veterans understand firsthand.You can leave the military, but you never stop needing a mission, a team, and a reason to get up every morning.In 2010, he founded Team RWB to help veterans rebuild those connections through physical fitness, community, and shared purpose.What started as a vision to bring veterans together has grown into a nationwide movement reaching hundreds of thousands of veterans, service members, families, and supporters.And this mission is personal to me.After 23 years of military service, I’ve experienced my own battles with PTSD, losing my eyesight, addiction, and moments when I didn’t want to live another day.That’s why I believe so strongly in what Mike has built.BROTHERHOOD DOESN’T END WHEN THE UNIFORM COMES OFF.This conversation explores veteran mental health, military transition, leadership, resilience, physical wellness, the power of human connection, and why finding your next mission can change your life.Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for a struggling veteran isn’t give them another speech.It’s invite them to belong to something again.If you’re a veteran feeling disconnected, a military spouse supporting someone you love, or a civilian who wants to make a difference, THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU.🎧 LISTEN. SUBSCRIBE. SHARE.Send this episode to ONE veteran who needs to hear that they’re not forgotten, they’re not alone, and their best days can still be ahead of them.Learn more about Team RWB and find your community at www.teamrwb.orgI’m Richard Kaufman, The Comeback Coach, and my mission is to remind every veteran of one simple truth:YOUR SERVICE MAY HAVE ENDED.BUT YOUR PURPOSE HASN’T.YOUR STORY ISN’T OVER.AND YOUR NEXT MISSION IS WAITING.TODAY I DECIDE.#TeamRWB #VeteranMentalHealth #MilitaryTransition

THEY SAID HE MIGHT NEVER WALK AGAIN. HE WENT ON TO RUN ACROSS AMERICA!WHAT IF THE ONLY THING STANDING BETWEEN YOU AND GREATNESS IS YOUR MINDSET?At just 14 years old, Croix Sather was nearly killed by a drunk driver. Years later, he ran 100 marathons in 100 days and conquered Death Valley!In this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with world-record-setting endurance athlete, TEDx speaker, and author Croix Sather to explore how to develop a winning mindset, build unbreakable mental toughness, overcome adversity, and turn seemingly impossible dreams into reality.YOUR PAST DOESN’T DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE. YOUR DECISIONS DO!Listen now, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to believe in themselves again.TODAY I DECIDE!To Get In Touch With Croix https://www.croixsather.com/unstoppable_morning_5_day_challenge☕️ WINNING MINDSETS START WITH GREAT COFFEE! Today’s episode is fueled by Bilge Brew Coffee, proudly veteran-owned and Navy veteran-founded!Whether you’re conquering the battlefield, the boardroom, or your morning routine, fuel your mission with coffee that works as hard as you do!Visit www.BilgeBrew.com and use my code VERTICAL10 to save 10% on your order!BILGE BREW COFFEE — FUEL YOUR MISSION!#WinningMindset #MentalToughness #Resilience

AI IS CHANGING EVERYTHING. WILL YOU ADAPT OR GET LEFT BEHIND?The future of entrepreneurship is being rewritten by Artificial Intelligence. The question is, are you ready?On this game-changing episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, host Richard Kaufman sits down with Jeffrey Ross, entrepreneur, speaker, AI mastery coach, and the man behind The Laptop Lifestyle Dad, for a powerful conversation about the future of artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and building a business in a rapidly changing world.Jeffrey has built his reputation helping entrepreneurs embrace technology, master social selling, strengthen their personal brands, and create businesses that provide more freedom, impact, and opportunity.IN THIS EPISODE, WE EXPLORE:✅ How artificial intelligence is transforming entrepreneurship and business.✅ Why entrepreneurs who refuse to adapt risk falling behind.✅ How to leverage AI to work smarter, increase productivity, and create opportunities.✅ The importance of personal branding and authentic relationships in an AI-driven world.✅ How social selling and emerging technology are changing the way entrepreneurs connect with customers.✅ Why the human element will always matter, no matter how advanced technology becomes.HERE’S THE BOTTOM LINE:AI isn’t here to replace your purpose, passion, or creativity.It’s a tool that can help you amplify them.But technology alone won’t build your business. Your mindset, leadership, relationships, and willingness to take action still determine your direction.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, veteran transitioning into business, content creator, or leader looking to stay ahead of the curve, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what’s possible.DON’T JUST WATCH THE FUTURE HAPPEN. BE PART OF BUILDING IT!Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast.Share this episode with an entrepreneur who needs to hear this message.Visit VerticalMomentumPodcast.com for more powerful conversations about resilience, leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.Vertical Momentum Resiliency PodcastBecause Comeback Stories Are Contagious!To Get In Touch With Jeffrey https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gt7jXcodd/?mibextid=wwXIfr☕🇺🇸 TODAY’S EPISODE IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY BILGE BREW COFFEE CO!Veteran-owned. Mission-driven. Built for those who never quit!Founded by U.S. Navy veteran Nathan Janusz, Bilge Brew delivers premium coffee for those who bring their A-game from the battlefield to the boardroom!🔥 Fuel your mission with coffee that works as hard as you do!👉 Visit BilgeBrew.com and use code VERTICAL10 to save 10% on your order!🇺🇸 Support veteran-owned businesses. Drink with purpose!#ArtificialIntelligence #Entrepreneurship

RANK DOESN’T MAKE YOU A LEADER. CHARACTER DOES!What does TRUE leadership look like when lives are on the line?Is leadership about the rank on your chest, the title on your business card, or the number of people who report to you?Or is it about something much deeper?🎙️ On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling, a combat-tested leader who spent 38 years serving our nation.From commanding the legendary 1st Armored Division during the Iraq War to leading U.S. Army forces across Europe, General Hertling knows what it means to make difficult decisions, develop leaders, and carry the responsibility of command.But here’s what makes his story even more powerful.After leaving the battlefield, he took those hard-earned leadership lessons into hospitals, boardrooms, and classrooms, proving that TRUE LEADERSHIP ISN’T ABOUT POWER. IT’S ABOUT PEOPLE.We explore the meaning of authentic leadership, character, accountability, resilience, mentorship, and why earning trust matters more than demanding respect.Whether you’re a veteran, entrepreneur, business owner, first responder, or someone simply trying to become a better leader for your family, this conversation is for YOU.You don’t need three stars on your shoulders to make a difference in someone’s life.You just need the courage to lead by example.YOUR MISSION: Listen to this episode, subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, and share it with one person who needs to hear what true leadership really means.🌐 VerticalMomentumPodcast.comBecause Comeback Stories Are Contagious!To Get Mark’s New Book 📖 https://www.amazon.com/If-Dont-Return-Fathers-Wartime/dp/B0GRWSFPRD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=157002325182&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cWf06defxJS3tqY-oUBOnfJZB8QGQ89Od_jJMkM45cX3XMs8Id_d5ow7ygXgCKGzlS3obQ1ZWA0LQRDf56hwSg.eQGj17_Z4FpA06qUiTLuEYq-WF37ehoEISvRU7QupK0&dib_tag=se&hvadid=713606170037&hvdev=m&hvexpln=68&hvlocphy=9003489&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4167120253935470041--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4167120253935470041&hvtargid=kwd-2188882931943&hydadcr=15176_13754956&keywords=mark+hertling+book&mcid=4bb581eef05d3734b726a6b0a193ac9c&qid=1791488748&sr=8-1☕ GREAT LEADERSHIP STARTS WITH GREAT COFFEE!This episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast is proudly sponsored by Bilge Brew Coffee Co., a veteran-owned company that knows the mission doesn’t end when the uniform comes off!🇺🇸 Support those who served while fueling YOUR next mission!🔥 Use code VERTICAL10 for 10% OFF your order at www.BilgeBrew.com.Bilge Brew Coffee — Fueling the Mission, One Cup at a Time!#Leadership #MilitaryLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment

AI CAN COPY YOUR CONTENT… BUT IT CAN’T COPY YOUR IDENTITY.Artificial intelligence is changing business faster than most people can keep up with, but what happens to YOUR brand when everyone has access to the same AI tools?On this episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with Henry Sims, “The Identity Engineer,” to break down the future of personal branding, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and building real authority in an AI-driven world.We talk about why your story and authentic voice matter more than ever, the difference between branding and marketing, and how entrepreneurs can use AI as a tool, not a replacement for who they are.AI can help you create faster.🔥 AI can help you market smarter.🔥 But YOU still have to give people a reason to trust you.If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, speaker, coach, or business owner trying to build a brand that actually stands out, DO NOT MISS THIS CONVERSATION.🎧 Listen now.Subscribe to Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast.🔁 Share this episode with someone building their brand in the age of AI.🌐 http://VerticalMomentumPodcast.comBecause Comeback Stories Are Contagious☕ Fueled by Bilge Brew Coffee Co. , veteran-owned coffee built for those who still have a mission to accomplish.🇺🇸 Grab your coffee and use code VERTICAL10 to save 10%.https://bilgebrew.com/?srsltid=AU7gw4WA3tpofrRA7h8FWQxAvYW9mNHJpWrqNXnW9HPvC5rfM-WPS_Z_Drink better coffee. Support veterans. Keep moving forward.To get in touch with Henry https://henrysims.com#ArtificialIntelligence#AI#Branding