What does it really take to be a brave leader in today’s uncertain world?
In this episode of the Leadership Launchpad Project, we sit down with Jill Schulman, a former U.S. Marine Corps officer and leadership development expert, to unpack the mindset, science, and habits behind truly fearless leadership.
From navigating uncertainty to building resilience, Jill shares practical strategies every brave leader can apply — whether you're leading a team, a company, or just yourself. Discover how to embrace discomfort, lead with courage, and develop the mental strength to thrive under pressure.
🧠 Topics Covered:
The psychology of a brave leader
How to lead through uncertainty
Daily habits of fearless leaders
Building confidence under pressure
Lessons from the Marine Corps
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About Jill Schulman
Jill Schulman is a former U.S. Marine Corps Officer, leadership development expert, and founder of Breakthrough Leadership Group. She’s spent her career exploring the science of bravery, resilience, and peak performance—drawing from psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science to uncover what truly helps people rise under pressure. Her work lives at the intersection of research and real life, helping ambitious professionals lead stronger, act bolder, and thrive in the face of challenge. Her upcoming book, The Bravery Effect: A Parable Teaching the Science of Conquering Fear, Achieving More, and Living Life to the Fullest, distills this wisdom into a powerful story packed with evidence-based tools to build courage from the inside out. Translation: She helps people do hard things—and learn to love the burn.
Jill Schulman
Bravery Expert | Former USMC Officer | Positive Psychology Speaker
Website: https://www.jillschulman.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jillschulman/
Learn about embracing discomfort in Fast Company https://www.fastcompany.com/91335417/why-you-should-think-like-a-marine-even-in-the-boardroom-marine-corps-secrets-to-turn-struggle-into-success
Learn about Jill Schulman’s journey in Medium https://medium.com/authority-magazine/author-jill-schulman-on-marine-corps-lessons-positive-psychology-and-why-bravery-not-comfort-1a0fd0dea1a7
Pre-order Jil Schulman’s book, The Bravery Effect, https://www.amazon.com/Bravery-Effect-Teaching-Conquering-Achieving/dp/B0F2BBPR35
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