Episode 304: Modern Leadership and Mental Resilience with Dr. Andrew Wittman; St. Petersburg, FL, USA

What does it mean to be the kind of leader who doesn’t break even in the face of chaos, uncertainty, and relentless pressure?

In this episode of Disruptive CEO Nation, we sit down with Andrew Wittman, PhD– author, speaker, and founder of the Mental Toughness Training Center. With a background ranging from U.S. Marine Corps combat to protecting high-profile leaders as a Federal agent, Andrew now equips CEOs and entrepreneurs with the “inner armor” needed to thrive under pressure.

Together, we explored the concepts of mindset, resilience, and problem-solving skills that allow leaders to safeguard their reputation, make better decisions, and lead with confidence in unpredictable times…and we have to add that Andrew was one of our most humble and down-to-earth guest that we are sure you will enjoy listening to.

Here are highlights:

-Perpetual resilience vs. bouncing back: Why true leadership is about pre-deciding who you are before the crisis hits.

-Thinking as a physical skill: How to train your mind to stay calm, ordered, and in control under stress.

-Cellular problem-solving: The importance of diagnosing the root cause instead of treating surface-level symptoms in business.

-Guarding your reputation: Why CEOs must see themselves as brand ambassadors and protect both their image and their people.

-Thriving in chaos: How to lead decisively when uncertainty, AI disruption, and global instability make predictability impossible.

About the guest:

Andrew D. Wittman, PhD, is a United States Marine Corps infantry combat veteran, former police officer, and federal agent. As a Special Agent for the U.S. Capitol Police, he led the security detail for Nancy Pelosi and personally protected high-profile figures including Hillary Clinton, Benjamin Netanyahu, King Abdullah of Jordan, and Sir Elton John. As a private military contractor for the U.S. State Department, he trained former Navy SEALs, Marines, Army Rangers, and Special Forces in high-threat diplomatic security. These are the real-world crucibles where he forged the system behind Inner ArmorTM—his powerful framework for mastering pressure, mental toughness, and emotional control.

Wittman’s latest book, INNER ARMOR: Perpetual ResilienceTM, is the centerpiece of his national media campaign and corporate speaking tour. Drawing on three decades of elite military, law enforcement, and leadership experience, this tactical guide provides the tools to build emotional sovereignty and thrive in the chaos of today’s world. It’s more than just another book on grit—it’s a field manual for rewiring your mental operating system.

Connect with Andrew:

Email: info@getwarriortough.com

Website: https://getwarriortough.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin/com/Andrew-D-Wittman 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWarriorMonk316

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warriortoughphd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetWarriorTough/

Connect with Allison:

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