Joe Scargill is an active US Secret Service, Special Agent in Charge, CheckMat Blackbelt, Leadership Consultant, Advisor to Academy Safe, and Coach at A Force BJJ in Ponte Vedra, FL.

In this episode, Joe Scargill shares his journey from a middle-class upbringing in Pennsylvania to becoming an active Special Agent with the US Secret Service. He discusses the pivotal role wrestling played in shaping his character, instilling toughness, and preparing him for leadership roles. Joe emphasizes the importance of mentorship, a positive attitude, and the pillars of leadership: actively engaging, demonstrating performance, and having passion.

He also shares personal stories about parenting and the impact of community support on his family's journey, particularly in overcoming health challenges faced by his twin sons. In this conversation, Joe Scargill discusses the importance of a positive attitude, hope in parenting, and leadership principles. He shares his journey into leadership consulting, the significance of community in training, and practical approaches to fitness and discipline. Joe emphasizes the value of presence in leadership roles and his passion for helping others achieve their potential. He also outlines his vision for Academy Safe, a program to ensure safety and integrity in martial arts academies.

You can learn more about Joe online at:

www.linkedin.com/in/joe-scargill⁠

@joescargill11

@aforcebjjpvb

@academysafe

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Joe Scargill's Journey

03:00 From Wrestling to Law Enforcement

05:47 The Influence of Leadership and History

09:05 Wrestling: A Foundation for Toughness and Responsibility

12:01 Leadership Lessons from the Secret Service

15:11 Mentorship and Leadership Development

17:55 The Importance of Attitude in Leadership

21:10 Pillars of Leadership: Engaging, Performing, and Passion

24:09 Applying Leadership Principles in Everyday Life

26:54 The Role of Community in Personal Growth

29:49 Parenting and Leadership: Lessons Learned

33:09 Overcoming Challenges: A Personal Story

35:50 The Impact of Wrestling on Family and Community

38:57 Conclusion: The Journey Continues

49:13 The Power of Positive Attitude and Hope

52:21 Leadership Consulting Journey

55:57 The Role of Community in Training

01:01:39 Practical Fitness and Discipline

01:06:45 Presence and Leadership

01:15:01 Passion for Achievement

01:26:22 Vision for Academy Safe

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Keywords

Joe Scargill, leadership, wrestling, Secret Service, mentorship, personal growth, parenting, community, jiu-jitsu, resilience, leadership, parenting, positive attitude, community, fitness, discipline, jiu-jitsu, wrestling, consulting, Academy Safe