17: Master the Basics – Mike Piet
How mastering the fundamentals and preparing for the worst creates calm, confidence, and resilience in everyday life.
Why Excellence Starts Small—and Stays Ready
Mike Piet is a seasoned counterterrorism intelligence analyst and paramedic who has spent over a decade embedded with U.S. Special Operations Forces. He’s supported elite units in high-stakes environments and recently served on humanitarian missions in Ukraine. His mindset? Precision, preparation, and a relentless commitment to the fundamentals.
When I asked Mike how everyday people can become more resilient, his answer was both tactical and universal:
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