In this episode, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Claude Silver, the world’s first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of "Be Yourself At Work." Together, they explore the power of authentic leadership, building resilient workplace cultures, and the importance of empathy and self-awareness in professional growth.

Episode Highlights:
[0:49] Introduction to Claude Silver and her role as Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX
[13:14] Claude discusses fear, insecurity, and authenticity in the workplace
[13:72] Shifting leadership paradigms: trust, vulnerability, and communication
[14:26] Building resilience through adversity and the value of transparent feedback

About Claude Silver:
Claude Silver is the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, where she partners with CEO Gary Vaynerchuk to cultivate a people-first culture. With over a decade in her unique role, Claude is recognized for pioneering empathetic leadership and fostering environments where individuals can thrive by being their authentic selves. She is the author of "Be Yourself At Work," a book dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to lead with heart, courage, and vulnerability.

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Claude Silver, the world&rsquo;s first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of "Be Yourself At Work." Together, they explore the power of authentic leadership, building resilient workplace cultures, and the importance of empathy and self-awareness in professional growth.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>[0:49] Introduction to Claude Silver and her role as Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX</li>
<li>[13:14] Claude discusses fear, insecurity, and authenticity in the workplace</li>
<li>[13:72] Shifting leadership paradigms: trust, vulnerability, and communication</li>
<li>[14:26] Building resilience through adversity and the value of transparent feedback</li>
</ul>
About Claude Silver: Claude Silver is the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, where she partners with CEO Gary Vaynerchuk to cultivate a people-first culture. With over a decade in her unique role, Claude is recognized for pioneering empathetic leadership and fostering environments where individuals can thrive by being their authentic selves. She is the author of "Be Yourself At Work," a book dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to lead with heart, courage, and vulnerability.
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of “Actions, not words.”

Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership & Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world’s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an EXTRAORDINARY life based on ACTIONS not words.

ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of &ldquo;Actions, not words.&rdquo;
Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership &amp; Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world&rsquo;s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an EXTRAORDINARY life based on ACTIONS not words.

Acta Non Verba

Claude Silver on How To Be Yourself at Work, The Power of Communication, Leading By Example, and Self-Awareness

In this episode Marcus sits down with Commander William C. Spears, a US Navy submarine warfare officer and author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." Together, they explore the practical application of stoic philosophy in leadership, adversity, and modern life, offering insights for anyone seeking to live by actions, not words.

Episode Highlights:
1:10 — Introduction to Commander William C. Spears and his background in the US Navy
11:30 — The deeper meaning of stoicism and the "dichotomy of control" as a philosophical razor
19:00 — Stoicism’s role in leadership, duty, and making ethical decisions as a professional and a human
42:00 — Applying stoic practices to overcome hardship and grow through adversity

Commander William C. Spears is a submarine warfare officer in the US Navy, having served as a weapons officer on a fast attack submarine and as an executive officer of a Trident missile submarine. He is the author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy," a deeply researched exploration of stoic thought from a warfighter’s perspective. Spears is also a prolific writer on leadership and ethics, sharing his insights on his website and LinkedIn.

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode Marcus sits down with Commander William C. Spears, a US Navy submarine warfare officer and author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." Together, they explore the practical application of stoic philosophy in leadership, adversity, and modern life, offering insights for anyone seeking to live by actions, not words.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>1:10 &mdash; Introduction to Commander William C. Spears and his background in the US Navy</li>
<li>11:30 &mdash; The deeper meaning of stoicism and the "dichotomy of control" as a philosophical razor</li>
<li>19:00 &mdash; Stoicism&rsquo;s role in leadership, duty, and making ethical decisions as a professional and a human</li>
<li>42:00 &mdash; Applying stoic practices to overcome hardship and grow through adversity</li>
</ul>
Commander William C. Spears is a submarine warfare officer in the US Navy, having served as a weapons officer on a fast attack submarine and as an executive officer of a Trident missile submarine. He is the author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy," a deeply researched exploration of stoic thought from a warfighter&rsquo;s perspective. Spears is also a prolific writer on leadership and ethics, sharing his insights on his website and LinkedIn.
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

William Spears On Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy, Philosophical Razors and Personal Identity, Stoicism in Modern Mental Health and Critical Thinking

In this episode, Marcus sits down with Navy SEAL combat veteran, bestselling author, and entrepreneur Brent Gleeson. They discuss leadership, personal growth, building resilient organizations, and Brent's new book "All In." The conversation dives deep into actionable strategies for success, the importance of systems, and how to balance achievement with fulfillment.

Episode Highlights:

1:05 - Brent Gleeson's background: Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, and author

9:50 - The Remarkable Results Pyramid: systems, mindset, and routines

25:10 - The story behind "All In" and the impact of personal transformation

35:10 - Accelerate: leveraging AI for organizational growth and leadership

Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran, award-winning speaker, and serial entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Exlr8, an AI-powered enterprise workforce app, and the author of bestselling books "Embrace the Suck," "Taking Point," and his latest, "All In." Brent is renowned for applying leadership and cultural principles from special operations to the business world, helping organizations drive performance and lead change.

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode, Marcus sits down with Navy SEAL combat veteran, bestselling author, and entrepreneur Brent Gleeson. They discuss leadership, personal growth, building resilient organizations, and Brent's new book "All In." The conversation dives deep into actionable strategies for success, the importance of systems, and how to balance achievement with fulfillment.
Episode Highlights:
1:05 - Brent Gleeson's background: Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, and author
9:50 - The Remarkable Results Pyramid: systems, mindset, and routines
25:10 - The story behind "All In" and the impact of personal transformation
35:10 - Accelerate: leveraging AI for organizational growth and leadership
Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran, award-winning speaker, and serial entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Exlr8, an AI-powered enterprise workforce app, and the author of bestselling books "Embrace the Suck," "Taking Point," and his latest, "All In." Brent is renowned for applying leadership and cultural principles from special operations to the business world, helping organizations drive performance and lead change.
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

Brent Gleeson Former Navy SEAL on the Power of Going ALL IN, How to Use AI to Exlr8 Your Business, and Why Less is More

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson speaks with Kyle Shepard—a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, former burpee world record holder, and functional fitness coach. Together, they explore the power of actions over words, the importance of resilience, lessons from adversity, and how to align values with daily life. Kyle shares his journey through military service, world record challenges, personal loss, and the strategies he uses to build mental and physical strength.

Key Highlights:
The Burpee World Record Story [2:30]
Kyle shares how a friendly challenge led him to break the world record for burpees, and what the experience taught him about discipline and competition.
Resilience and Recovery [8:15]
Discussion on the difference between resilience and burnout, and why intentional recovery is essential for sustained performance.
Navigating Personal Loss [32:40]
Kyle opens up about experiencing miscarriages, the impact on his marriage, and how vulnerability and communication helped him and his wife heal and grow stronger.
Aligning Actions with Values [23:45]
Insights on the importance of self-awareness, reflecting on core values, and ensuring that daily actions are in alignment with what truly matters.


Kyle Shepard is a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, and functional fitness coach. A former burpee world record holder, Kyle is passionate about helping others build resilience through intentional stress, mindset training, and community support. His journey includes military service, coaching, and overcoming personal adversity, all of which inform his approach to living a life based on actions, not words.

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson speaks with Kyle Shepard&mdash;a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, former burpee world record holder, and functional fitness coach. Together, they explore the power of actions over words, the importance of resilience, lessons from adversity, and how to align values with daily life. Kyle shares his journey through military service, world record challenges, personal loss, and the strategies he uses to build mental and physical strength.
Key Highlights:
<ol>
<li>The Burpee World Record Story [2:30] Kyle shares how a friendly challenge led him to break the world record for burpees, and what the experience taught him about discipline and competition.</li>
<li>Resilience and Recovery [8:15] Discussion on the difference between resilience and burnout, and why intentional recovery is essential for sustained performance.</li>
<li>Navigating Personal Loss [32:40] Kyle opens up about experiencing miscarriages, the impact on his marriage, and how vulnerability and communication helped him and his wife heal and grow stronger.</li>
<li>Aligning Actions with Values [23:45] Insights on the importance of self-awareness, reflecting on core values, and ensuring that daily actions are in alignment with what truly matters.</li>
</ol>
 Kyle Shepard is a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, and functional fitness coach. A former burpee world record holder, Kyle is passionate about helping others build resilience through intentional stress, mindset training, and community support. His journey includes military service, coaching, and overcoming personal adversity, all of which inform his approach to living a life based on actions, not words.
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

Claude Silver on How To Be Yourself at Work, The Power of Communication, Leading By Example, and Self-Awareness

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