What does it take to lead under extreme pressure — and still build a life of purpose, fulfillment, and legacy?

In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, fiduciary financial planner Chris Everett sits down with Sean Patton — former U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) commander, Novus Global executive coach, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author of A Warrior’s Mindset: Six Keys to Greatness.

Sean breaks down why real leadership isn’t a checklist — it’s a way of being. From West Point to combat deployments to building businesses after leaving the military, Sean shares the hard-earned lessons behind self-leadership, identity, resilience, and the long game of success.

You’ll hear:

• Why self-leadership comes before leading anyone else • How trust is built through vulnerability and modeled feedback (not “open door” policies) • The reality of transitioning from military purpose to civilian uncertainty • Sean’s honest story of over-leverage, burnout, bankruptcy — and rebuilding • Why wealth without purpose still feels empty • How to align vision, strategy, and mindset — including money decisions • A practical way to reframe limiting beliefs by weighing the short-term payoff vs long-term cost • How to start building legacy today, not someday

If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, veteran, or anyone trying to build a life that actually works — this conversation will challenge you in the best way.

📌 Learn more about Sean: • Website: NoLimitLeadership.net • Book: A Warrior’s Mindset: Six Keys to Greatness (Amazon) • Podcast: No Limit Leadership • LinkedIn: Sean Patton

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Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Podcast Mission 00:35 Meet Sean Patton 02:10 West Point Leadership Lessons 03:51 Special Forces Team Trust 06:14 Culture of Feedback 09:11 Leaving the Military 11:38 Identity Beyond the Uniform 15:37 Entrepreneurship Burnout 20:43 Failure Builds Greatness 23:14 Wealth and Fulfillment 24:17 Fulfillment Through Service 25:39 Find Purpose Nearby 27:08 Mission First Business 32:10 Integrity With Money 34:35 Discipline And Patience 37:30 Rewrite Money Beliefs 42:54 Legacy And Next Steps

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