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The Executive Warrior Approach:

Why Mental & Physical Resilience Are Non-Negotiable in Business and Life

As a decorated former Israeli Defense Forces lieutenant, elite trainer, and resilience consultant, Lt. Smith brings not just theory, but lived experience to every lesson he shares.

From combat missions to corporate boardrooms, he’s lived by a simple truth: success starts in the mind—and it’s sustained by resilience.

From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: The Executive Warrior™

One of Lt. Smith’s most revolutionary programs is The Executive Warrior™—a trademarked system that trains business leaders using the same mindset and operational principles taught in elite military units.

This program distills decades of leadership and mission-execution experience into actionable lessons. Here are a few core principles from the 10 Commandments of the Executive Warrior:

  1. Mindset First: Expect setbacks. Train for them. Overcome them.

  2. Improvise to Win: There’s always more than one way to achieve the objective.

  3. Communicate Under Pressure: In crisis, clarity is survival.

  4. View From the Outside In: Assess like an outsider. It’s how you spot blind spots.

  5. Don’t Fall for the Game: Stay grounded in your strategy, not your emotions.

  6. Lead Without Pushing Authority: Earn respect through example.

  7. Execute in Four Seconds: Train for decisive, immediate action.

  8. Recognize the Window of Opportunity: You don’t get hours—you get moments.

  9. Train With Purpose: Preparation is what turns chaos into opportunity.

  10. Work as a Unit: The mission only succeeds when everyone’s aligned.

This isn’t corporate fluff. It’s tactical, intentional leadership.

How the Body and Mind Work Together

In his seminars and corporate training, Lt. Smith begins by applying pressure. Why? To identify challenges in real-time—and help teams recalibrate.

 

“I don’t want to see who’s weak. I want to see where help is needed. Then we build from there.”

 

His team, composed of elite military veterans and security professionals, guides companies through everything from communication breakdowns to decision paralysis, helping them develop cohesion and confidence under pressure.

Personal Protection as a Team-Building Experience

Perhaps one of the most surprising offerings from Lt. Smith is his interactive personal protection workshop. What sounds like self-defense training quickly reveals itself as a life-saving mindset shift.

Participants learn:

  • What to do when being followed in a parking lot
  • How to recognize pre-attack behaviors
  • How to safely pump gas, enter your car, or walk through public spaces
  • Why awareness is your greatest defense—and your responsibility

 

“It’s not just about fighting. It’s about preventing. Every attacker follows three steps: target selection, test, and action. Fail the test, and you’re vulnerable.”

 

Workshops like these aren’t just about safety—they’re about empowerment. They turn employees into protectors, give executives peace of mind, and unify teams through practical, real-world training.

Why This Matters Now

In a time when leadership is constantly tested—by stress, market shifts, and personal challenges—the Executive Warrior™ framework is more relevant than ever.

Whether you’re a CEO, realtor, small business owner, or athlete, one truth stands:

 

“You are in the fight of your life—and the mission is becoming the best version of yourself.”

 

Want to bring the Executive Warrior™ program to your team?

Book Lieutenant Chanan Smith for speaking engagements, leadership retreats, or resilience workshops.

📩 Contact us today to bring elite-level training to your organization.

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