Austin Hancock served 4 years in the US Marine Corps, deploying to Iraq during the Iraq War and North Africa. Austin began his civilian career in construction and has since built a substantial real estate portfolio, serving as a real estate investor and high-performance coach, mentoring thousands as the Founder of Outsiders Elite and Hancock Coaching & Consulting. Austin’s journey is proof that success is built — not inherited, turning adversity into advantage throughout his life. Most importantly, a Husband and Father.
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Summary
In this episode of the Veterans Who Build Show, host Adam Stark Austin Hancock, who shares his journey from a middle-class upbringing in Oklahoma to serving in the United States Marine Corps. He discusses the influences that led him to enlist, the challenges he faced during boot camp, and the importance of commitment and mindset in the military. Austin emphasizes the value of camaraderie and the skills learned during training, as well as the life lessons that shaped his character and future endeavors. In this conversation, Austin Hancock shares his experiences from deployment in Iraq, the challenges he faced transitioning back to civilian life, and how he found his path in entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of personal development, the lessons learned in risk management, and his current ventures in real estate and coaching. Austin emphasizes the significance of adapting and overcoming challenges, both in military service and in business.
Takeaways
Austin grew up in a middle-class family in Oklahoma.
He always had a fascination with the military from a young age.
His rebellious teenage years led him to a crossroads with legal troubles.
Joining the military became a way to avoid juvenile delinquency.
Austin emphasizes the importance of commitment when joining the military.
Boot camp is designed to break down recruits and build them back up.
The camaraderie formed during training is crucial for future deployments.
Austin's experience in boot camp included both chaos and humor.
He learned valuable skills during the School of Infantry.
Deployment preparation involved extensive training for real-world scenarios. Deployment in Iraq involved unique roles and responsibilities.
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging.
Post-traumatic stress can manifest in various ways, not just from combat.
Finding a new path after service is crucial for veterans.
Building a business requires understanding risk and leveraging debt.
Affordable housing can be a safer investment strategy.
Personal development is key to financial success.
Improvise, adapt, and overcome are essential skills in entrepreneurship.
Community and support systems play a vital role in recovery.
Success is defined individually and requires clarity of mission.
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