Episode 16: Lessons in Leadership with Colonel Tom Brewer: From Creating Leaders to Combat

On this episode of Veteran Led, John sits down with retired Colonel and Nebraska State Senator Tom Brewer to discuss the lessons in leadership he learned throughout his career. Tom recounts The Boneyard, a battle in which he was shot six times yet managed to overcome incredible adversity. Listen now to hear how Tom's experiences in the military have shaped him into the successful leader he is today.

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0:00 - Introduction
00:00:38 - Introducing guest Colonel Tom Brewer
00:01:04 - Col. Brewer's military service and awards
00:03:56 - Marksmanship saving Brewer's life
00:09:26 - Discussing the book "The Boneyard"
00:21:04 - Lessons applied later to mentoring other leaders
00:27:44 - Continuing fight despite severe injuries
00:32:34 - Saved by Gurkha soldier Cogman Limbu
00:38:26 - Mission success despite challenges and escapes
00:46:20 - Early war, steep learning curve for casualty care
00:46:41 - Exemplifying continued service after the uniform
00:47:26 - After Action Review