Objective Arete Podcast | Episode Title: No MBA, No Ego, No Excuses – The Leadership Legacy of Terry Peters

Terry Peters is more than a retired Green Beret—he’s the embodiment of authentic leadership. As a legendary Senior Enlisted Leader in the U.S. Army Special Forces, Terry wasn’t a man who just spoke about values—he lived them. He led from the front, always placing character before comfort and people before personal gain.

After an elite military career, Terry traded camouflage for strategy, founding Leader Solutions and Decision Support (LSDS)—a company that’s quietly dominated its space for over 14 years. No MBA. No shortcuts. Just relentless integrity, clarity of mission, and leadership that delivers.

In this episode, we go beyond the resume. We dive into Terry’s core leadership philosophies, the failures that shaped him, and the lessons every aspiring leader needs to hear. Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or trying to lead at a higher level—this conversation is a masterclass.

This podcast episode goes hand in hand when a series of recent articles we have publish on the Leadership of Terry Peters. Links to these articles can be found below!

LSDS Website: Here

No MBA, No Ego No Excuses Article: Here

You Aren't That Special - I Promise Article: Here

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A powerful and deeply personal episode. Special Forces Command Sergeant Major Rob Richards opens up about a hidden battle he didn’t even know he was fighting—emotional numbness after a decade of high-stakes deployments. He and Chuck dive into what self-efficacy means, how experiential learning shapes elite operators, and why ignoring what’s “under your bed” can quietly erode your joy, leadership, and life.

Rob shares how therapy, medication, and innovative treatments like the stellate ganglion block helped him reconnect with his emotions, his family, and his purpose. They also tackle leadership across generations, the evolving demands of service, and why fulfillment—not just success—is the true north.

This episode is a lesson in resilience, emotional honesty, and redefining strength.

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Want to level up—like, truly level up?
Most people hit the gym but ignore the one muscle that drives everything: the mind. Mental performance isn’t just for elite athletes—it’s the foundation for showing up strong in every part of life. But what is mental performance, really?

In this episode, we dive deep with Ceci Craft, Director of Mental Performance, Life Skills, and Education for the Philadelphia Phillies, and founder of Edge Mentality. Ceci breaks down what it means to train your brain, how to build real resilience, and why sharpening your mental edge can change everything.

You’ll learn:

• What mental performance actually is—and why it matters
• Tools for navigating adversity like a pro
• The surprising power of always carrying a pencil
• The difference between a side hustle and a side piece (yes, seriously)

Whether you’re chasing big goals or just trying to show up better each day, this conversation is your next step forward.

Sponsors:

Edge Mentality: https://edgementality.com/

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Contact Ceci:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-clark-craft-a6479170/

Email: ceciclark@gmail.com

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