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VET S.O.S. Presents The Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight with Shawn WelshGRIT, Leadership & Legacy: Shannon Huffman Polson’s StoryShannon Huffman Polson—one of the first female Apache pilots and founder of The GRIT Institute—joins the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight to share her powerful story of transition, authorship, and purpose-driven leadership.In this episode, we discuss:Shannon’s military transition and reinventionHow her writing evolved into a thriving businessThe GRIT Institute’s origin and holistic leadership programsLessons in entrepreneurial uncertainty, values, and fulfillmentIf you're a veteran, leader, or entrepreneur looking for inspiration and actionable insight, this episode will leave yo...2025-07-1014 min
Blue Bench PodcastNo Time for Neutral: An (Almost) Full Breakdown of the Big, Ugly BillJorgia is joined by No Time for Neutral's new co-host: Andy Nelson! The two attempt to break down Trump's Big, Ugly, No Good, Very Bad Bill. It's a HUGE piece of legislation, with cuts to healthcare, education, and clean energy. The deficit goes up, billionaires make more money, and the rest of us get left out in the cold.A loving reminder from MDP: Take care of yourselves. Holding our delegation accountable is crucial right now, but this is a long fight. Burnout is real and we need you with us for the long haul! We recommend...2025-07-0934 min
VET S.O.S. Presents The Military Transition Resource Show with Shawn Welsh and Keith CassantLeading with Grit: Shannon Polson’s Veteran InsightThis week on the VET S.O.S. Podcast, we speak with Shannon Huffman Polson—veteran Apache pilot, leadership expert, and founder of The Grit Institute. Shannon opens up about her military service, her unexpected pivot into corporate life, and the mindset and values that helped her lead with purpose through it all.Shannon introduces us to her powerful Grit Triad model—Commit, Learn, Launch—and shares how veterans can embrace transition by reconnecting with their story, building new skills, and stepping forward with audacity and authenticity.Whether you’re in the middle of a career s...2025-07-0432 min
VET S.O.S. PodcastLeading with Grit: Shannon Polson’s Veteran InsightThis week on the VET S.O.S. Podcast, we speak with Shannon Huffman Polson—veteran Apache pilot, leadership expert, and founder of The Grit Institute. Shannon opens up about her military service, her unexpected pivot into corporate life, and the mindset and values that helped her lead with purpose through it all.Shannon introduces us to her powerful Grit Triad model—Commit, Learn, Launch—and shares how veterans can embrace transition by reconnecting with their story, building new skills, and stepping forward with audacity and authenticity.Whether you’re in the middle of a career shift, reflecting on your next ste...2025-07-0432 min
Brilliant BalanceFinding Grit when you need it most with Shannon Huffman PolsonIn this episode, I sit down with Shannon Huffman Polson to talk about grit. Shannon is the founder of The Grit Institute and the author of The Grit Factor…a skill she honed by, among other things, being one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army! Shannon shares her incredible journey from a shy Alaskan kid to breaking barriers in some of the world’s toughest environments, including the military, leading line units on three continents, and corporate leadership. We get real about what it takes to find true grit when...2025-05-0646 min
Potent with Steven LawsonThe Power and Necessity of Personal Grit | Shannon Huffman PolsonHow can you make discomfort work for, rather than against you?On today's episode of Potent, Steven Lawson and Shannon Huffman Polson, founder of The Grit Institute, explore the transformational power of grit, and how you can build grit in your own life to live into a deeper potential through moving towards rather than away from discomfort, change, and difficulty. Uncover how discomfort, service, and challenging experiences pave the way for transformation and a more purposeful existence.About Today's GuestShannon Huffman Polson is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage,Resilience and L...2024-04-0959 min
Seeking SynergyHow Much Grit Do You Have?I recently heard Shannon Huffman Polson give a keynote at the Frances Hesselbein Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. I was intrigued by her background and her belief that "to serve is to thrive". She is an author, a keynote speaker and founder of the online Grit Institute where individuals can take virtual courses to get in touch with their true purpose. Shannon is passionate about the need for workers at all levels to do deep inner work. Leaders need to lead with heart and commitment. Her Grit Triad consists of commitment, learning and launching which helps leaders build...2024-03-2125 min
Going North PodcastEp. 776 – I Decide with Erin Lopez & Lisa Cox“We wanted to do something that created a personal impact for women and men, and that's where our book kind of bloomed out of.” – Lisa CoxToday’s featured bestselling bookcasting duo are both moms, wives, keynote speakers, coaches, direct sales experts, and entrepreneurs, Erin Lopez and Lisa Cox. Erin, Lisa, and I had a fun on a bun chat about their book, “I Decide: The Happy Little Guide To Living Your Best Life”, using setbacks as growth opportunities, the impact that faith plays on their lives, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:Th...2024-01-0543 min
Going North PodcastEp. 773 – Serve Your Bigger Why Through Single Seat Wisdom with Dominic "Slice" Teich (@DomTeich)“The things you need to stop doing are more impactful in your life than the things that you need to start doing.” – Dominic "Slice" Teich Today’s featured bestselling author is a father, husband, entrepreneur, Fighter Pilot, US Air Force veteran, and Civilian & Military Instructor Pilot, Dominic "Slice" Teich. Dom and I had a chat about his books, how faith plays a major role in his life, his journey from the military to entrepreneurship, and tons more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:The inspiration behind the single seat wisdom book seriesThe im...2024-01-0151 min
Be Equal PodcastU.S. Veterans － Leadership, Resilience and ServiceEvery year, on November 11th, Veterans Day is observed to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. In this episode, Joy Dettorre engages in a conversation with IBMers and U.S. veterans, Catherine Harkins and Daniel Sturm. They share their perspectives on the 2023 theme for Veterans Day at IBM: Leadership, Resilience, and Service, as well as their experiences in the military and their transitions to the workplace.During this conversation, you'll also have the opportunity to hear from Shannon Huffman Polson, a trailblazing figure, U.S. veteran, author of 'The...2023-11-0831 min
NEGOTIATEx76 B: Embracing Setbacks And Chasing Purpose | With Shannon Polson In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Shannon Huffman Polson, founder of The Grit Institute, delves into the essence of grit, resilience, and purpose. Drawing from her diverse experiences in the military, academia, and corporate world, Shannon introduces practical exercises to cultivate grit, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on life’s events to shape one’s future narrative. Discussing resilience, she underscores the significance of commitment, embracing failures, and fostering a growth mindset. Additionally, Shannon accentuates the role of adaptability, active listening, and understanding one’s purpose in negotiations and organizational success.2023-11-0828 min
NEGOTIATEx76 A: A Veteran’s Take On Leadership And Resilience | With Shannon Polson In this Veteran’s Day special edition of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Shannon Huffman Polson, a former U.S. Army Apache helicopter pilot and author of “The Grit Factor,” discusses her unexpected journey into the military through ROTC at Duke University. She highlights the invaluable ‘make-it-happen’ mindset she acquired during her military tenure and how it bolstered her pursuits in academia, the corporate world, and nonprofit sectors. Additionally, Shannon delves into her definition of ‘grit’ as “dogged determination in difficult circumstances” and shares personal stories emphasizing its significance. The podcast touches upon challenges faced by women in male-dominated fields and the importance of...2023-10-3130 min
The Jason Cavness ExperienceShannon (Shay) Huffman Polson - Founder, The Grit Institute, Leadership Speaker and AuthorShannon (Shay) Huffman Polson - Founder, The Grit Institute, Leadership Speaker and Author Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www.CavnessHR.com CavnessHR Crowdfunding Campaign We are doing an equity crowdfunding campaign for CavnessHR. You can become an owner in CavnessHR by taking part in our ca...2023-10-082h 31
The Four Star Leadership Podcast: Core Principles of Leadership with General Tommy FranksFinding Your Grit with Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson, one of the first female Apache Helicopter Pilots in the US Army, author, and founder of The Grit Institute shares how to find your grit through identifying your purpose, which is the core of your story.2023-09-291h 04
Going North PodcastEp. 735 – “Take Back Your Weekends” with Allison Graham (@AllisonDGraham)“Worrying is a down payment on a problem you may never have.” – Allison GrahamToday’s featured author is keynote speaker, consultant, and corporate trainer, Allison Graham. Allison and I had a fun chat about her books, the importance of addressing the emotional & mental aspects behind productivity, why being organized reduces stress is a misconception, and more!!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How misplaced emotions can complicate unrelated areas of our livesThe "ice cube" strategy to help you become more productiveWhat to expect from her upcoming bo...2023-09-241h 05
Going North PodcastEp. 704 – “Unleashing the Power of Authentic Stories” with Dr. Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt (@jeckleberryhunt)“Working on yourself is badass.” - Dr. Jodie Eckleberry-HuntToday’s featured bestselling author is a mom, Board Certified Health Psychologist, and Executive Coach, Dr. Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt. Dr. Jodie and I had a fun chat about her latest book, “Badass Stories: Grit, Growth, Hope, and Healing in the Shitshow”, the gift of giving people a chance to be heard without immediately dismissing their experiences, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How Dr. Jodie became a psychologistThe unexpected challenges of therapyThe importance of sharing authentic stories2023-08-0435 min
Going North PodcastEp. 672 – “Becoming Mother Martha” with Martha Hoy (@annmarhoy)Putting yourself to the side at times can help put you in a better state of mind.Today’s featured author is nurse, speaker, and Founder of Mother Martha Family Foundation, Martha Hoy. Martha and I had a chat about her books, escaping from an abusive relationship, and more!! Key Things You’ll Learn:How Martha became "Mother Martha"Her writing process for her booksWhat to expect from her upcoming book Martha’s Site: https://mothermarthafamilyfoundation.org/Martha’s Books: https://ww...2023-05-1932 min
12 Geniuses PodcastBuilding Grit with Shannon Huffman PolsonBeing able to bounce back from adversity is a critical skill in being successful in business and in living a healthy, fulfilled life. In general, resilient people have better mental and physical health, are more productive, have a greater sense of purpose, and experience greater success. In this episode, Shannon Huffman Polson discusses the challenges she faced as a pioneer in military aviation. Shannon also shares what she has learned about developing resilience that anyone can apply in the face of disappointment, defeat, and adversity. Shannon was one of the first women to pilot an Apache attack...2023-03-0742 min
Deep LeadershipThe Grit Factor with Shannon Huffman PolsonToday, I’m joined by Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon is a leadership speaker, author, and founder of the Grit Institute. She is a U.S. Army veteran who became one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about how to harness grit to transform your own life and career.Show resources:The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in t...2023-02-0842 min
The Bed Head Chronicles176: Turn Towards Resistance with Shannon Huffman PolsonAt 19 years old Shannon became the youngest woman ever to climb Denali. She went on to serve as one of the army's first attack helicopter pilots. Shannon is a keynote speaker. Author. Founder of the Grit Institute.This was an incredible conversation. I loved every minute of it and I know you will too. We talk about grit. What it is and why it matters. We talk about what it takes to be a great leader and how to face your fears. Shannon takes us through the how of finding your purpose a...2023-01-1250 min
When Women Fly097 A Real Perspective on Moving, Belonging, and Expat Parenting with Shannon Polson of the Grit InstituteShannon Huffman Polson is continuously challenging herself to move out of her comfort zone, whether it’s by flying attack helicopters, climbing the tallest mountain in North America, or speaking in front of hundreds of people. This time, it’s by moving with her family from Washington state to a village nobody’s ever heard of in the mountains of France. And no, she does not speak French… yet, anyway.As one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters in the male-dominated U.S. Army, Shannon is a person who continuously chooses courage over comfort. Some of her a...2022-11-221h 23
Voices from the Sky: A Companion Podcast to Sky Island Journal"After the Bombs Fall" by Shannon Huffman Polson (Issue 22 Poetry Feature)This past Saturday we published Issue 22 of Sky island Journal, and the next three episodes are special features of brand new works from that issue! You will get a sampling of the world-class poetry, flash fiction, and creative nonfiction included in Issue 22, and hear from a few of the writers and poets themselves!First up, I am honored to introduce you to Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon took time to speak with me recently about her poem, “After the Bombs Fall.” Here is a brief bio:Shannon Huffman Polson writes in all genres, wrestling to fi...2022-10-2620 min
The Art of Passive IncomeIs There a Secret to Success in the Land Business?Joining Mark for this session are:ErikPetersonTateLitchfieldScottTodd The team takes turns sharing the qualities, skills and experience needed to overcome the inevitable challenges associated with business ownership. Do you have what it takes? Find out now. TIP OF THE WEEKScott: Go look up the book The Keys to Success by BC Forbes. I read it in 2000. It’s an old book, but a good old book. WANT TO LISTEN MORE?Did you like this episode? If so, tune into another one of our ex...2022-05-3128 min
The Unforgiving60S4E9–Cleared Hot! Shannon Huffman Polson on flying Apache Gunships, bagging big peaks and being a badassShannon Polson was one of Americas first female gunship pilots. We talk flying and that incredible aircraft but also climbing, losing loved ones and grit and resilience.
After a childhood in Alaska, Shannon studied English literature and art history at Duke University then commissioned into the Army to fly Apache helicopters, serving on three continents and leading two flight platoons and a line company.
In the midst of school and flying came skydiving, scuba diving, big-mountain climbing and long-course triathlons. She climbed Tim’s dream mountain- Denali.
Now she devotes her work to sp...2022-05-3059 min
Leveraging Thought LeadershipBeing Strategic with Your Book and Business Model | Jan Rutherford & Shannon Huffman Polson | 396This was originally a LinkedIn Live recorded on October 6th, 2021 In our first Leveraging Thought Leadership Live session, we invited two amazing guests to speak with us about challenges and the grit it takes to overcome them. Jan Rutherford is a former Green Beret, and the founder of Self-Reliant Leadership. He's also the author of The Littlest Green Beret: On Self-Reliant Leadership. Shanon Huffman-Polson is one of the first female Apache helicopter pilots, and also the founder of The Grit Institute and author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World.2022-05-2630 min
Journey With LeiThe Grit Factor With Shannon PolsonShannon Polson is an author, speaker, and you can picture her as the female Top Gun, because she is! She is one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army. In this episode, Shannon shares with us the leadership lessons she learned from leading in the most male-dominated organization in the World.2022-04-2039 min
Lead To Excel PodcastDeveloping Grit with Shannon Huffman-Polson - E68Send us a textI am joined in this episode by Shannon Huffman Polson - the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership institute committed to whole leader development and a focus on grit and resilience.As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson shares her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to companies and organizations.We discuss the...2022-04-1157 min
Life After Corporate91. Insider Secrets on How to Become an In-Demand Speaker with Shannon Huffman PolsonHow do you become a great speaker that makes people want to hear from you more and more each time? Today we are speaking with Shannon Huffman Polson, author of The Grit Factor, Founder The Grit Institute, one of the first-ever women pilots of the Apache helicopter and someone who I am pleased to call a dear friend, she is an incredible leader, a mentor, someone who I've met in the Elevate Network. [00:01 - 04:44] Opening Segment I welcome our guest: Shannon Huffman Polson Shannon shares the winding road of her career The beginning of Shannon’s author journey: North o...2022-03-1633 min
The Jumping Point Podcast#74 Shannon Huffman Polson, Author - The Grit FactorShannon Huffman Polson is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership institute committed to whole leader development and a focus on grit and resilience. As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, leading line units on three continents, Polson combines her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to deliver world-class keynotes and training to companies and organizations on leadership and grit. A...2022-02-1645 min
GRACE under Pressure John BaldoniGRACE under pressure: John Baldoni with Shannon PolsonShannon Huffman Polson is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership institute committed to ethical whole leader development with online and supported training. As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson combines her passion for creativity with firsthand experience in leadership and grit to deliver world-class training to companies and organizations. After serving for a decade in the armed services, including leading two flight platoons and a fli...2022-01-1830 min
Strap on your BootsHow to use the Grit Factor in a changing world with Shannon PolsonIn this episode I talk to Shannon Polson on how to use the Grit Factor in a changing world. As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, leading line units on three continents, Polson combines her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to deliver world-class keynotes and training to companies and organizations on leadership and grit. Listen to her wisdom in this episode and learn how to use the Grit Factor to your advantage!2021-11-2310 min
Going North PodcastEp. 418 – “Breaking Free & Overcoming Self-Doubt” with Traci Duez (@traciduez)“You don’t suck, you’re just stuck.” – Traci Duez Today’s featured author is an accomplished and highly sought-after coach, mentor, speaker, and renowned neuro-axiologist, Traci Duez. Traci and I have a fun conversation about self-awareness, overcoming low self-esteem, and more self-leadership goodness!!! Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: What is neuro-axiology. How her chemistry major played a huge role in her self-development. Why you need to talk to strangers. Why it’s good to...2021-10-1849 min
Lessons in Orthopaedic Leadership: An AOA PodcastGrit in Leadership an Interview with Shannon Huffman PolsonAOA's 2021 keynote speaker, author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, Shannon Huffman Polson joins AOA hosts Charles A. Goldfarb, MD, FAOA, and Alexander Aleem, MD to discuss grit in leadership. Shannon Huffman Polson shares her experience to discuss topics such as:Improving diversity in a male dominated fieldBuilding gritLeading by exampleThe role of mentorship in creating resilienceLimitations of gritLearn more about Shannon Huffman Polson's work here.Music:Special thanks to Peter Mar...2021-09-1935 min
Going North PodcastEp. 402 – “The ASK Framework” with Carole Stizza (@relevant4you)“The richest information is where you ask.” - Carole Stizza Today’s featured author is a Professionally Certified ICF Executive Coach, a Sr. HR Professional, mom, wife, and stage 3 cancer thriver, Carole Stizza. Carole and I have a fun chat about being a book boomer, surviving multiple life-threatening setbacks, and more!!! Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: What motivated Carole to write her book? The importance of asking. How to introduce yourself as a parent to your new...2021-09-1146 min
Cockpits & CocktailsFemale Apache Pilot with GRIT! Shannon Huffman Polson (Season 2, Episode 14)Female Apache Pilot with GRIT! Shannon H Polson: Helicopters, Denali, doubt, change, failure, overcoming failure...There are so many lessons and insights Shannon provides from her personal journey as a military Apache helicopter pilot with some key lessons and words of wisdom for anyone on their own journey within aviation and beyond. We also get to hear some quirky WASP history while we get the inside scoop on her Denali climb. You will walk away with a renewed understanding and belief that adaptability is key in fulfilling your own purpose (whether it's passing a check ride or starting all...2021-09-0643 minWhen Women Fly045 Highlights with Shannon Polson: What You Need to Know About Grit and Nurturing Optimism TodayToday, we highlight Shannon Huffman Polson in the seventh installment of our Summer Series. Having gleaned insights from serving in one of the most male-dominated organizations in the world, Shannon has become a thought leader on the subject of grit. Shannon teaches how to cultivate grit and resilience through introspection and knowledge of self.Shannon was one of the first women to fly an Apache helicopter for the US Army, and has since gone on to become an author and keynote speaker.In this episode, Sylvia and Shannon talk a lot about grit...2021-08-2630 min
Breaking Barriers, Building a Hire GroundDeveloping GRIT Within Your Organization with Shannon PolsonShannon Polson is a leadership speaker, author, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership consulting company. Unlike many leadership training companies, The Grit Institute’s approach stems f2021-08-2431 min
Finding the Throughline with Kate HanleyHow to Cultivate Grit with Shannon PolsonTo help us all think about how to go about cultivating more grit I wanted to talk to a pro, so I reached out to Shannon Huffman Polson, the youngest woman ever to climb Mt. McKinley, one of the first women to be trained to fly an Apache helicopter during her time serving in the Army and author of The Grit Factor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-08-1814 min
The WILDCastWhat it Takes to Have Grit, Courage and Resilience ft. Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson is author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organisation in the World (Harvard Business Review Press) and an in-demand speaker who presents to audiences worldwide on leadership and grit.
As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson led three line units on three different continents before earning her MBA at the Tuck School at Dartmouth and leading teams in the corporate world at Microsoft. She later earned her MFA. Her first book is North of Hope: A Daughter's...2021-08-1148 min
Sales Game Changers | Tips from Successful Sales LeadersCourage, Resilience and Leadership in the World’s Most Male-Dominated Organization With The Grit Factor Author Shannon Huffman PolsonThis is episode 386. Read the complete transcript on the Sales Game Changers Podcast website. SHANNON’S TIP FOR EMERGING SALES LEADERS: “Grit is critical to our success, every single one of our successes. At the same time, understand that it’s not a sustainable operating mode. Remember, we’re talking about our own hearts, and the hearts of others. That means you’ve got to take care of yourself, in order to be able to have the strength to employ that grit. What I would say is the piece that you put into practice today is find wa...2021-07-2835 min
Fidelis Leadership PodcastShannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson served as an Army officer for nearly a decade, and she was one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter. In addition to her military service, she spent five years leading and managing in the corporate sector. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. As a dynamic, in-demand speaker, Shannon reaches thousands of people a year at major organizations on topics related to leadership, courage, resilience, and grit. Listen in as she shares her hard-won insights! Learn More: https...2021-07-211h 05
Leading with Gratitude with Chester EltonG.R.I.T. with Shannon Polson, Founder, Keynote Speaker, and Author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the WorldIf you love this episode, feel free to download it and share with a friend. We would be grateful if you leave a five-star review! (If you don't love it, no need to review) You're invited to join my Gratitude Community, with over 108K subscribers to "The Gratitude Journal", published biweekly.We are grateful for our sponsors!LifeGuides is a peer-to-peer community that helps people navigate through their day-to-day stressors by providing a place of empathy, listening, wisdom and support with a Guide who has walked in your shoes, experiencing the same challenge or life experience...2021-07-1629 min
Going North PodcastEp. 372 – “The Grit Factor” with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife)“Grit is not something that comes easily or that is only for military pilots or big mountain climbers. Grit is innate in every single one of us.” – Shannon Huffman Polson Today’s featured international bestselling author is mom, wife, Keynote Speaker, and one of the first women to fly the Apache attack helicopter in the U.S. Army, Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon and I talk about her newest book, “The Grit Factor”, using tough times to become more tenacious, giving back to her community, and more!!! Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: Why Shannon pub...2021-07-0341 min
Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental HealthCourage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World with Shannon Polson, Writer Researcher, Speaker✅ Navigating Challenge with GRIT: A Conversation with Shannon Huffman Polson🎧 Join us on this enriching journey and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments! 💬Key Highlights: 📌🔗 Embracing Your Narrative: The power of owning your story and its impact on personal growth and resilience.🧠 Building Resilience Through Grit: How grit and adaptability are essential for overcoming adversity, particularly in male-dominated environments.🌱 Active Listening as Leadership: The crucial role of active listening in fostering team inclusivity and understanding.🔎 Breaking Goals into Steps: T...2021-07-0231 min
From Embers To Excellence™Interview with Shannon Polson, U.S. Army Apache Helicopter Pilot and Author of "The Grit Factor"Shannon Huffman Polson is author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World (Harvard Business Review Press) and an in-demand speaker who presents to audiences worldwide on leadership and grit. As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson led three line units on three different continents before earning her MBA at the Tuck School at Dartmouth and leading teams in the corporate world at Microsoft. She later earned her MFA. Her first book is North of Hope: A Daughter's Arctic Journey...2021-07-0248 min
When Women FlyGrit & Optimism with Shannon Huffman Polson - Pilot, Veteran, AuthorIn this first episode of 2021, Sylvia talks with Alaska native and speaker Shannon Huffman Polson about her journey as a thought leader on grit and resilience. She served as one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army and earned her MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth before writing The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World and founding The Grit Institute where she coaches people on developing grit in careers and workplaces. We talk a lot about grit, what it is, how it...2021-06-2259 min
The Brave and Faithful060: Developing your Grit with Shannon PolsonShannon Polson was one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army, serving for almost a decade and then onto years in leading and managing in the corporate sector. In her latest book, The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, shares dozens of women in the vanguard of their military careers and how courage, resilience and grit became key factors to their success. In sharing her story, Shannon has inspired women and men alike and changing the conversation around gender and leadership. She is also the...2021-06-1833 min
Protect Help Give PodcastMaking the Commitment to Excellence! - With guest Shannon PolsonEpisode #53: Have you ever wanted to be more courageous and take that leap into the unknown because you know there is something more in store for you? Shannon Polson has done that throughout her life and is now teaching others how to be more resilient in the face of fear. From moving across the country for college to selecting one of the most unlikely positions in the Army for a female, fear did not get in her way. Shannon has documented that path in her book and shares some of the tangible tips, anyone of us can use...2021-06-0244 min
The Virtual Campfire's PodcastLessons From A Military Career: Conversations On Life, Grit, And Resilience With Shannon Huffman PolsonPeople love to put others in neat little boxes, but life isn't that simple. Tony Martignetti sits down for a conversation with military aviator, leadership development consultant, lecturer, and author Shannon Huffman Polson. One of the first women to qualify for combat duty in the Apache Attack Helicopter, Shannon talks about her military career, the lessons she learned during her service, and how she has worked to transform herself. Shannon and Tony also talk about propelling yourself forward in life, digging into the wisdom from her book The Grit Factor. Join this episode as you learn some key insights on...2021-05-1736 min
The SPU Voices Podcast"The Grit Factor," with Shannon PolsonShannon Huffman Polson is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, an institute committed to whole leader development with a focus on grit and resilience. As one of the first women to fly an Apache helicopter in the US Army and to lead line units on three continents, Shannon now shares her firsthand experience and knowledge with world-class companies and organizations like Gradient Corporation, Boston Scientific, and Microsoft. 2021-05-0633 min
UltraGrowthEP7 | Shannon Huffman Polson: Facing the resistance so we rise as leaders and become more resilientAs one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, leading line units on three continents, Polson combines her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to deliver world-class keynotes and training to companies and organizations on leadership and grit.After serving for a decade in the armed services, Polson earned her MBA at the Tuck School at Dartmouth and led outstanding teams in the corporate world at Microsoft. Today, Shannon is the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership consultancy committed to whole leader development and a...2021-03-251h 08
Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental HealthWoman and Leadership, How To Build Courage & Succeed At Work and Your Personal Life✅ Embracing Grit and Resilience with Shannon Huffman Polson🙏 Enjoy the Episode & Remember to Like, Comment, Subscribe, & Share 🧡Key Highlights: 📌🚁 Barrier-Breaking Leadership: a journey through male-dominated fields, from the military to the corporate world, and the lessons learned on grit and resilience.📘 The Grit Factor: explore the importance of owning your story and connecting to your core purpose to navigate challenging times.🧗 Building Resilience: Learn how small, regular practices and a focus on gratitude can build long-term resilience.🤝 Mentorship and Inclusion: the need for mentorship and sponsorship to support underrepresented groups in the workplace...2021-03-1029 min
The Mettle of Honor Podcast: Stories of, Strength, Courage, & Perseverance™️The Grit Institute: Commit, Learn, and LaunchShannon Polson, Optimist | Badass | Speaker | Veteran | Author of “The Grit Factor” (HBR Press) | Founder of The Grit Institute: building courageous, compassionate, creative leaders with a focus on grit and resilience in a time of challenge and change.
At age 19, Shannon Huffman Polson became the
youngest woman ever to climb Denali, the
highest mountain in North America. She went on
to reach the summits of Mt. Rainier and Mt.
Kilimanjaro and spent more than a decade
traveling the world. Yet it was during her experience serving as one of the Army's first female attack helicopter pilots, and eventually leading an Apache flig...2021-02-2435 min
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The Chuck Crumpton Show"You will never fly an attack aircraft" - A woman's journey to find grit. ChuckChat with Shannon Huffman PolsonMy real and raw conversation with the first female to fly an Apache helicopter for the US Army. Shannon Huffman Polson brings us on her journey through tragedy, rejection, and accomplishment. You will be inspired by her story and encouraged to face challenges a little differently.2021-02-0234 min
Off The ShelfShannon Huffman Polson on her book, The Grit FactorWhat does it take for women to succeed in a male-dominated world? Shannon Huffman Polson would know, serving as one of the Army's first female attack helicopter pilots, and eventually leading an Apache flight platoon on deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina. In her latest book, The Grit Factor, Shannon shares her own life lessons, as well as the candid stories of several other elite military women, to energize and enlighten current and aspiring leaders everywhere — whether male or female.2021-01-1439 minWhen Women Fly012 Grit & Optimism with Shannon Huffman Polson - Pilot, Veteran, AuthorIn this first episode of 2021, Sylvia talks with Alaska native and speaker Shannon Huffman Polson about her journey as a thought leader on grit and resilience. She served as one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army and earned her MBA at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth before writing The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World and founding The Grit Institute where she coaches people on developing grit in careers and workplaces. We talk a lot about grit, what...2021-01-0759 min
Selling with LoveDeveloping Grit And Leading The Change - Shannon PolsonOne of the things we need the most in our work environment is diversity. If we are lucky enough, we find an organization that is all about accepting their employees’ differences and thriving because of them--an organization that leads through change, overcomes obstacles and leads with authenticity and passion. But not all of us have the privilege of working in such workspaces. That’s why we have Shannon Polson, the founder of The Grit Institute, to help us out. Shannon has had what most might consider a diverse career path. From Army veteran to the world...2020-12-2937 min
Partnering Leadership15 Developing GRIT to lead through adversity with Shannon Huffman Polson | Partnering Leadership Global Thought LeaderIn this episode of Partnering Leadership, Shannon Huffman Polson, author of The Grit Factor and CEO of the Grit Institute, talks about her experiences as an Apache attack helicopter pilot, and the lessons learned on grit from women leaders in the US military.Some highlights:The story behind Shannon Huffman Polson being one of the first women to fly an Apache attack helicopterThe inspiration behind the book “The Grit Factor”How owning your own story is critical to leadership and gritThe key to connecting to y...2020-12-2229 min
Own Your SuccessShannon Huffman Polson - Grit Factor | Ep 42As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson's career spans almost a decade as an Army officer and attack aviation leader around the globe, as well as five years leading and managing in the corporate sector at Guidant and Microsoft. Polson is committed to leadership for lives that matter. Using dramatic storytelling alongside practical lessons and real- life takeaways, Polson uses her experience in the cockpit and the boardroom to speak and write leading companies and organizations across the country and around the world to overcome resistance, connect to...2020-12-1437 min
Out of the Comfort ZoneGrit and Resilience with Shannon PolsonSend us a textWe need more resilience – more adaptability, agility and grit. But how? Tune in to hear from the experiences of one of the first female helicopter pilots in the US Army and the experiences of people she has worked with plus how to develop more grit in your own career and in your life.⬇️ Connect with me!► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-wallace-publicspeaker-author-podcasthost/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wandatwallace/► Main YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wandawallace/► X: https://x.com/AskWanda► Website: https://www.wandawallace.com/💡 About the show:2020-12-0455 min
Innovator Diaries. A show about creativity, problem solving, growth and leadership.Ep 136 Founder GRIT insitute, Author of the GRIT Factor, First woman to fly Apache Helicopters and reach the Denali Summit, Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson is a respected author, speaker and adventurer. Shannon Huffman Polson has gotten through the most challenging situations and is a living testament of how grit leads to success as a leader and an individual. Shannon Huffman Polson is focused, passionate and driven. Meet Shannon Huffman Polson.2020-12-0255 min
DODReads: What are you reading?Shannon Huffman Polson, Founder - The Grit InstituteIn episode 32, Jacqueline Parker interviews Shannon Huffman Polson - author, speaker, founder of The Grit Institute and former Army Apache Helicopter pilot. They discuss learning from failure, the importance of mentorship, and why sharing stories is so important. Check out Shannon's books and leadership institute here.
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From The Green NotebookShannon Huffman Polson: Knowing Your StorySend us a textJacob and Joe sit down with Shannon Huffman Polson, author of Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most-Male Dominated Organization in the World. In this episode Shannon shares her experiences being one of the first female Apache pilots in the U.S. Army and offers advice to leaders on how men and women can work together to create strong cultures in their organizations. They also talk about the importance of knowing your story to develop grit when navigating uncertainty.2020-11-2239 min
Forging Mettle Podcast004 | Shannon Huffman Polson | Using resistance to help you rise and the importance of narrativeIn this rapid fire discussion with Shannon Huffman Polson, we discuss healthy ways to face your fear. Understanding and then owning the narrative arc of your life. If we can change our story regarding fear, it can help us overcome challenges, rather than hinder us. Shannon shares with us what it's like to face that primal fear in the cockpit of an Apache attack helicopter in Bosnia. And then relating it back to the pressure of being a keynote speaker and Today Show guest.
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Speaking and writing have been part of my DNA s...2020-11-1136 min
IRON SHARPENS IRON MOVEMENTGRIT! Do you have it? with Shannon Huffman PolsonIn this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon shares stories of grit and leadership to help others overcome fear, break through uncertainty, and reach their full potential. Drawing on a distinguished military and corporate career, she reveals her lessons learned and leadership strategies to help you harness your own inner strength, move beyond resistance, and attain your goals. With an emphasis on grit – which she describes as “a dogged determination in the face of difficult circumstances” – she demonstrates how to tap into that passion and resolve so you can face your limitati...2020-10-2746 min
Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job SearchCareer Advancement Against All Odds with Shannon Huffman PolsonWhat if there was a simple way to develop the determination and grit that so many successful people have? Turns out, there is! Award-winning author Shannon Huffman Polson learned to develop courage, resilience, and leadership in the world’s most male-dominated organization. Learn how Shannon used determination and grit to advance her career and become one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters in the U.S. Army. What you’ll learn How to approach your long term goals with passion and perseverance The importance of harnessing grit in your career journey How grit is o...2020-10-2623 minHappen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job SearchCareer Advancement Against All Odds with Shannon Huffman PolsonWhat if there was a simple way to develop the determination and grit that so many successful people have? Turns out, there is! Award-winning author Shannon Huffman Polson learned to develop courage, resilience, and leadership in the world’s most male-dominated organization. Learn how Shannon used determination and grit to advance her career and become one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters in the U.S. Army. What you’ll learn How to approach your long term goals with passion and perseverance The importance of harnessing grit in your career journey How grit is o...2020-10-2623 min
Best You Can B6. Q&A with Shannon Huffman Polson: Grit and Resistance that Helps us RiseShannon Huffman Polson, a consultant, former military pilot, author, and speaker pulls from a wealth of personal testimony to train and educate on the topic of developing grit. She was in the first group of women to fly the Apache attack helicopter in the US army, an experience that gives her a unique perspective on topics such as leading authentically to who you are, rising above resistance, and staying connected with your core purpose. Shannon’s newest book, “The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World” walks readers through applicable and transformative exerci...2020-10-2042 min
Best You Can B6. Q&A with Shannon Huffman Polson: Grit and Resistance that Helps us RiseShannon Huffman Polson, a consultant, former military pilot, author, and speaker pulls from a wealth of personal testimony to train and educate on the topic of developing grit. She was in the first group of women to fly the Apache attack helicopter in the US army, an experience that gives her a unique perspective on topics such as leading authentically to who you are, rising above resistance, and staying connected with your core purpose. Shannon’s newest book, “The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World” walks readers through applicable and transformative exerci...2020-10-2042 min
Michael Covel's Trend FollowingEp. 912: Shannon Polson Interview with Michael Covel on Trend Following RadioWhat does it take for women to succeed in a male-dominated world? At age nineteen, Shannon Huffman Polson became the youngest woman ever to climb Denali, the highest mountain in North America. She went on to reach the summits of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Kilimanjaro and spent more than a decade traveling the world. Yet it was during her experience serving as one of the Army’s first female attack helicopter pilots, and eventually leading an Apache flight platoon on deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina, that she learned the lessons of leadership that forever changed her life. Wh...2020-10-1950 min
NatSecGirlSquad PodcastShannon Polson and "The Grit Factor"Shannon Huffman Polson is the founder of The Grit Institute, a foundation which focuses on ways its member can develop their own GRIT, through offering keynotes, writing, and training. She was one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters, serving on three continents and leading two flight platoons and a line company.In her new book, The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World, Polson writes about her own experience of combat and career that of other decorated female leaders, including Heather Penney, one of the first female F-16...2020-10-0550 min
Security Speaking: The SSI PodcastHow Workplace Culture Helps People Bring Their Full Selves to WorkIn this edition of the Security Speaking podcast, we explore workplace diversity with ISC West keynote Shannon Polson, a former U.S. Army Apache helicopter pilot and founder of the GRIT Institute.2020-10-0223 min
Your Working LifeYour Working Life with Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson talks about talk about her career and other women in the military and how it helped them overcome adversity and develop their grit factor.2020-09-2820 min
TrailBlazers ImpactShannon Polson: True GritEp. 101 - Shannon Polson: True Grit Shannon Polson is a true Trailblazer, exemplifying courage, tenacity, and perseverance! She is a native of Alaska and at age nineteen she became the youngest woman ever to climb Denali, the highest mountain in North America. She then went on to summit Mt. Rainier and Mt. Kilimanjaro. She raced long-course triathlons and took journeys to Alaska's Arctic After graduating from Duke University, she entered the military, becoming one of the first women to fly the Apache attack helicopter in the US Army. Her career as an Army officer and attack aviation...2020-09-1843 min
MINDSETSHIFT with Mickey Feher#12 with Shannon Polson Men and Women, How To Be Allies?In this episode you will learn about how men can be great allies to women and how we can build a better culture (both at work and at home) of inclusivity and equity, while also preserving the values of masculine and feminine qualities. For this episode I interviewed Shannon Huffman Polson. She is one of the first women to fly Apache combat helicopters in the U.S. Armed Forces, where she served on three continents and led two flight platoons and a line company. Recently she turned her attention to the study of leadership, as author of The Grit...2020-09-1040 min
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Title: The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World
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Release date: September 8, 2020
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Genres: Management & Leadership
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Title: The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World
Author: Shannon Huffman Polson
Narrator: Coleen Marlo
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 9 minutes
Release date: September 8, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 2
Genres: Military
Publisher's Summary:
At age nineteen, Shannon Huffman Polson became the youngest woman ever to climb Denali, the highest mountain in North America. She went on to reach the summits of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Kilimanjaro and spent more than a decade traveling the world. Yet it was during her experience...2020-09-086h 09
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The SydcastShannon Polson: The Story of GritEpisode SummaryWhen taking off in an Apache helicopter you turn into the wind and face that wind head-on ... and that is how Shannon Polson takes on life. A fighter pilot, mountain climber, and author, Shannon is the embodiment of grit, whose energy and personal story inspires others to change, overcome, and transform. Syd talks with his former student about her unique military experience, family tragedy, and navigating life, in this episode of The Sydcast.Syd FinkelsteinSyd Finkelstein is the Steven Roth Professor of Management at th...2020-09-0749 min
Beyond the Blue BadgeDeveloping True Grit with Shannon Huffman PolsonIn this episode of Beyond the Blue Badge, host Lora Poepping talks with Shannon Huffman Polson about her amazing journey that took, well… a lot of grit. She grew up in Alaska, became the youngest woman to climb Denali, became the first female attack helicopter pilot in the army, did a three-plus year tour at Microsoft, and went on to become an author and speaker to share her leadership lessons. Her book, “The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World,” is available September 8.2020-09-0239 minGRACE under Pressure John BaldoniGRACE under pressure: John Baldoni with Shannon PolsonShannon Huffman Polson, CEO of the GRIT Institute, discusses how "grit" (determination and courage) can enable us to lead more effectively. Shannon is the author of best-selling book, The GRIT Factor. www.shannonpolson.com2020-09-0131 min
Aviation Careers PodcastACP293 What does it take for women to succeed in a male-dominated world? The Grit Factor author Shannon Polson.Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we have a special guest Shannon Polson, Army helicopter pilot, and author of The Grit Factor: What does it take for women to succeed in a male-dominated world? Before we begin a few announcements. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at […]
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Inspirational Insights Podcast - Insight To ActionThe Grit Factor with Shannon Huffman PolsonRaised in Alaska, Shannon Huffman Polson climbed Denali at age 19 then went on to become one of the US Army's first female attack helicopter pilots. In this episode, she talks about what grit is, decision making leading an Apache flight platoon on deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina, the difference between purpose in the military and purpose in the corporate world and why we need everyone's capacity to contribute at the table. Now. Head over to ShannonPolson.com or thegritinstitute.com for more information.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/insight-to-action-inspirational-insights-podcast.2020-08-1534 min
Inspirational Insights to Action PodcastThe Grit Factor with Shannon Huffman PolsonRaised in Alaska, Shannon Huffman Polson climbed Denali at age 19 then went on to become one of the US Army's first female attack helicopter pilots. In this episode, she talks about what grit is, decision making leading an Apache flight platoon on deployment to Bosnia-Herzegovina, the difference between purpose in the military and purpose in the corporate world and why we need everyone's capacity to contribute at the table. Now. Head over to ShannonPolson.com or thegritinstitute.com for more information.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/insight-to-action-inspirational-insights-podcast. H...2020-08-1534 min
Finding the Throughline with Kate HanleyDay 8: It’s All About Stamina: How to Cultivate Grit with Shannon PolsonTo help us all think about how to go about cultivating more grit I wanted to talk to a pro, so I reached out to Shannon Huffman Polson, the youngest woman ever to climb Mt. McKinley, one of the first women to be trained to fly an Apache helicopter during her time serving in the Army and author of The Grit Factor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-07-2910 min
The Empowering Women PodcastEmpowering Women Podcast S2: Shannon Polson, The Grit FactorThe Empowering Women in Industry Awards - August 1, 2020 - will be live-streamed on the Empowering Women in Industry Facebook page!! Episode 11 (Season 2) of the Empowering Women Podcast GUEST: Shannon Polson, The Grit Factor | Twitter, LinkedIn BIO: Shannon Huffman Polson has worked with leaders in industries across the country and around the world on managing change, building leadership and grit, and planning for diversity. Polson is founder and CEO of The Grit Institute, a leadership development organization dedicated to the whole leader approach to ethical and people centered performance in times of cha...2020-07-2659 min
High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset355: The Grit Factor with Shannon Huffman Polson, Speaker, Author and CEO of the Grit InstituteShannon Huffman Polson has worked with leaders in industries across the country and around the world on managing change, building leadership and grit, and planning for diversity. Shannon is founder and CEO of The Grit Institute, a leadership development organization dedicated to the whole leader approach to ethical and people centered performance in times of change and challenge. Shannon is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, forthcoming from Harvard Business Review Press in September 2020. Before writing her book and starting The Grit Institute, Shannon was one...2020-07-1652 min
Leveraging Thought LeadershipLeveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 17 - Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson joins Peter to discuss her journey from serving as one of the first female Apache pilot in the US Armed Service to running a business group at Microsoft to authoring a memoir and business book. She shares the advantages of working with Peter and Thought Leadership Leverage to develop her business model (and gives a glowing review). Shannon discusses developing her diverse product offering beyond keynote speaking and creating a hub for the content: The Grit Institute. Shannon shares her experience investing in the right mix of products (for her and her clients), targeting a...2018-05-1522 min
Hazard GroundShannon PolsonWhen a U.S. Army Colonel told a young Shannon Polson that she would never fly an attack aircraft, she set out to prove him wrong. As a matter of fact she became one of the Army's first female Apache pilots, and the first woman Apache pilot assigned to a line unit in the XVIII Airborne Corps. Serving overseas multiple times, she lead two flight platoons and a line company. When her time in the Army was finished, she used her experiences as a pilot, adventurer, and leader to forge a career as an author and public speaker. Today, she inco...2017-02-1356 min
Challenge Your Thinking with Dr. Linda TuckerThe Grit Project: Shannon Huffman PolsonShannon Huffman Polson not only knows what grit is, she has lived it. Shannon is now highlighting stories of bravery and resilience in the lives of other women in her Grit Project. As a native Alaskan, Shannon has always been drawn to adventure and the road less traveled. Whether it was venturing far from home to attend Duke University, or joining the army and being one of the first women to fly a military helicopter, she has dared greatly throughout her life. Shannon understands first-hand that just as there are moments of thrill and anticipation, there will also be loss...2016-06-0643 min
Funemployment RadioFER 1096: SHANNON HUFFMAN POLSONGreg Is A Fashion Icon, BIKE GALLERY BIKE CHALLENGE, COMEDY SHOWCASE PAYOFF, 20 Year Old Tips, Ball Talk, Sterling, Angry Pacers, NORTH OF HOPE, SHANNON HUFFMAN POLSON, Wonderful Story, World Of Crazy, Uncle Step-Daddy, METRO PCS2014-04-301h 00