David B.Rutherford – Speaking Programs
David B. Rutherford is a former US Navy SEAL Medic, SEAL Instructor, and behavioral training expert. As a motivational speaker, he injects audiences with powerful information through high-energy, multi-media presentations. His long-lasting impact –resulting from extraordinary expertise in topics of emotion and fear –masterfully balances how to eliminate, yet be inspired, from fear. His persistent emphasis on team building and strengthening the human spirit truly inspires all attendees.
Teamwork
Perfecting Teamwork
Shape your team into the SEAL Team of your school. No group of people understands teamwork better than the SEALs. Learn the secrets to operate as ahighly-effective, highly-trained unit.
Talking Points
· recruitment
· train hard, perfect the basics
· you’re fired
· putting teams first
The Four Benchmarks of Teamwork
Commitment, Training, Communication,Leadership
Master thefour proven benchmarks of teamwork. These pivotal teaching points have been proven time and time again through 60 years of blood, sweat, and tears. Don’t rely on untested tutorials to get your team through today’s turbulent times. March with the world’s elite into victory.
Talking Points
Commitment
· personal
· professional
Training
· perfecting the basics
· training never stops
Communication
· listen like your life depends on it
· speak with clarity and focus
Leadership
· lead or follow – not both
· lead from the front
Forging the SEAL Mindset – transform your team into elite performers
It’s time toblow the doors off typical teamwork strategies and clichés! Discover what worksin the ‘real world.’ The Navy SEAL mind is the most tested and proven mindset on the planet. Learn how to empower your operators to be top producers.
Talking Points
· total commitment
· train hard or not at all
· never leave a man behind
· no whining
· never quit
Self-Confidence
8 Missions to Achieve Personal Success - why SEALs feel confident inevery situation
How many times does your confidence take a hit from failing to succeed? Failure is one of the key training components of the Navy SEALs. With 60 battle-tested years of training and operational experience under their explosive belts, the SEAL Teams know how to forge confidence in recruits. Learn the secrets behind gaining the intestinal fortitude of a Special Operator.
TalkingPoints
· Mission 1 - positive attitude
· Mission 2 - health and fitness
· Mission 3 - motivation
· Mission 4 - earning respect
· Mission 5 - setting goals
· Mission 6 - integrity
· Mission 7 - mentoring
· Mission 8 - having fun
Fear
Recognize Fear
Achieve high-level performance in everysituation
Fear of failure and change causes most teams to suffer from an inability to perform at high levels for extended periods of time. The SEAL Teams entire training doctrine is based on learning success through failure. Obtain the secrets behind Navy SEAL training and overcome fear.
Talking Points
· fear of commitment
· fear of hard work
· fear of teammates
· fear of leading
Ferocity vs. Passion
Battle fear and embrace change by evoking passion in every situation
Passion inspires those around us to be better. Learn how to choose battles wisely and deliver a passionate fight in every circumstance.
TalkingPoints
· preparing for battle
· choosing your battle
· plan your attack
· fight to the end
