About this episode
Send a textWorld-champion martial artist and CEO Aslak de Silva shares how to control stress like a pro, lead under pressure, and build systems that outperform motivation.From 100 full-contact fights to leading companies across 20+ countries, Aslak’s “black belt in leadership” philosophy blends discipline, humility, and performance psychology for elite entrepreneurs and executives.Guest: Aslak de Silva | LinkedInHost: Josh Kosnick | Spartan Leadership Podcast??? CHAPTERS00:00 Control under pressure01:46 From world champion to CEO03:03 Lessons from martial arts05:21 Fighter mindset in business07:41 Learning sales through rejection10:18 Emotional intelligence in leadership13:46 Reading people & building EQ15:48 Adapting across industries20:01 Interviewing Obama, Clooney & Wozniak26:38 White-to-black belt roadmap for CEOs30:35 Leadership lessons from failure34:27 Training composure under stress39:07 Becoming a scientist of yourself40:20 Discipline vs. motivation45:52 Avoiding burnout48:40 Adaptability in leadership51:04 Teams make the leader52:24 Connect with AslakSupport the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube
