From Chaos to Clarity: Own Your Mind, Lead Your Life
Update: 2025-07-30
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In this episode, Joe De Sena sits down with performance coach and father of five, Joe Greco, to talk about what it really takes to build grit in your kids, your career, and yourself. From Spartan-style parenting to leading high-performing teams, Joe shares battle-tested strategies for mastering discipline, staying purpose-driven, and unlocking your full potential. Whether you’re a parent, a leader, or just tired of making excuses, this one’s for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:27 Meet Joe Greco
01:55 Early mornings & discipline
02:34 Five daughters & Death Camp invitation
04:30 Redefining success beyond money
06:33 Expressions of gratitude
09:07 Joe’s life tools and values
10:46 Mentors, teens & leadership
13:24 Understanding People Better
15:30 How to add value in life
17:48 The story of the Naval Academy
20:57 The meaning of tradition at military academies
21:43 Where to find Joe Greco
22:15 The origin of the name Palio
23:24 The horse race in Siena
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