# 128: Joshua McMillion - Walk a Razors Edge

We Want To Hear From You 🫡 Failure doesn’t knock most leaders out, drifting does. We’re walking straight into that fine line where not enough action keeps you stuck and too much unplanned action creates avoidable mistakes, then we rebuild the one thing that decides how it all turns out: your perspective. I lay out eight ways to harden your mindset and build a “mental fortress” so setbacks stop feeling like a verdict and start becoming wisdom. We talk about training for growth instead of chasing quick success, using a simple success loop (try, reflect, improve, re-engage), and why purpose is the fuel that powers persistence when life gets a vote. You’ll hear how excuses grow when we feed them, why celebrating milestones prevents burnout, and how a burning desire keeps you moving when motivation fades. We also get tactical with military leadership lessons you can apply anywhere: the fog of war and the fog of failure feel the same, so you need a clear end state, a steady direction, and a true north moral compass that holds under pressure. To break analysis paralysis, we lean on the 70% rule and build a battle plan you can execute now, then improve with your team. Tales of Leadership is a leadership platform dedicated to developing Purposeful Accountable Leaders (PALs) through real stories, shared experiences, and practical insight. Each episode breaks down the decisions, failures, and defining moments that shape leaders in the arena—offering honest, experience-driven lessons you can apply immediately. It’s built for those who want to grow with intention, elevate how they lead, and make a lasting impact—because leadership isn’t about rank, it’s about responsibility, and the greatest leaders live by one principle: deeds, not words.  👉🏽 Leadership Armory: https://www.talesofleaderships.com/ 🏔️ Looking for an incredible bourbon or spirit? 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits is a craft distillery that keeps the legacy of the 10th Mountain Division alive—bold, smooth, and built with purpose. 🎖️ Get 10% off with code: pandocommando 👉🏽 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits: https://10thwhiskey.com Every day is a gift. Don’t waste yours.  — Joshua K. McMillion ✅ SHARE & SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ✅ LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW ✅ APPLY ONE LESSON FROM THIS EPISODE THIS WEEK Visit Tale of Leadership  Support 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits  Support the show Visit Tale of Leadership  Support 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits  Support the show