Join Lee as he interviews Joe, a seasoned military professional, about his remarkable journey through military ranks and his eventual shift to civilian life. Joe delves into his experiences with the King's Regiment, his leadership roles in operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and his insights into the restructuring of regimental units into specialized infantry, such as the Ranger units. He also discusses his post-military endeavor of developing a leadership course to enhance character development within the army and beyond, including schools and veteran support. Tune in for an engaging look at military life, leadership evolution, and innovative concepts in training and development.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Joe's Military Background
01:53 Transition to Reservist and Current Role
03:45 Growing Up in Liverpool
06:16 Joining the Army
08:44 Basic Training and Early Army Life
16:47 Boxing in the Army
20:11 Deployments and Operations
37:46 Reflecting on Early Military Experiences
40:55 Rising Through the Ranks
42:23 Challenges and Triumphs in Training
45:58 Transition to Specialized Infantry
01:00:18 Formation of the Rangers
01:06:07 Current Role and Leadership Insights

The Elite Podcast is a brand-new show where host Lee Matthews speaks to individuals who are at the top of their industry and profession. The guests will be from different backgrounds including combat sports, military, and business to coaching. Lee will be finding out along with you why they have become the best in their fields and enjoyed acclaimed success and what they all share – their determination to become ELITE in their field.

Lee Matthews is a former paratrooper, kickboxing world champion and now entrepreneur. He is the owner of the UK's biggest chain of martial arts centres.

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