David Rutherford
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Former US Navy SEAL, Speaker on Teamwork & Leadership
Travels From
California
David Rutherford Speaker Biography
David is pursuing his dream of becoming an internationally known self-help personality that will afford him the opportunity to achieve his personal goal of reaching 10 million people in 10 years. His ambition is to help people forge their personal self-confidence and teach them to dedicate themselves toward living s Team orientated lifestyle, or “Team Life”, David’s high energy and endless motivation inspires all those who come in contact with him to live life to its fullest.
David served 8 years in the Naval Special Warfare Community as a SEAL student, Combat Paramedic, Operator and Instructor. He has participated in clandestine operations in the Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Since his honorable discharge from the Navy in 2003 he has continued traveling extensively as an international training specialist for the US Government and one of the largest private security firms in the world. David has inspired commandos around the globe to push themselves past any and all known limitations. His masterful ability to motivate enables people from all walks of life to achieve success in any environmental imaginable.
Motivational Speaker, Actor, Author and Coach Since 2006 David has been motivating audiences and individuals across America and Canada with his uniquely high impact, highly emotional style of speaking, writing and coaching. His Froglogic Concept is derived from the 60+ years of operational successes within the UDT/SEAL community. He has combined his incredible personal story with a proven track record of the SEAL Teams to create a simple healthy lifestyle.As the American business community embarks upon the greatest comeback since the ‘Great Depression’, it faces the extraordinary challenges and opportunities. It is time to engage employees on topics that will add realistic value and education on the processes and steps needed to dynamically effectuate change and maximize opportunities in the marketplace.
Take advantage of David's superior expertise that comes from years of operating with and instructing the world’s most elite forces. His practical and realistic approach will deliver significant insight on maximizing your team’s ability to create opportunities in an ever-changing economy and market. Discover the‘Real World’ secrets behind the SEAL mindset.
Teamwork
Perfecting Teamwork
Shape your team into the SEAL Team of your industry. No group of people understands teamwork better than the SEALs. Learn the secrets to operate as a highly-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 the four 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 to blow the doors off typical teamwork strategies and clichés! Discover what works in 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 in every 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.
Talking Points
- positive attitude
health and fitness
motivation
earning respect
setting goals
integrity
mentoring
having fun
Fear
Recognize Fear
Achieve high-level performance in every situation
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.
Talking Points
- preparing for battle
choosing your battle
plan your attack
fight to the end
Comfort Zones
Destroying Comfort Zones
Ignite your team’s ability to succeed
Organizations all too often create corporate ‘comfort zones’ that diminish any team’s ability to be flexible and change with the market. Discover how to employ SEAL training tactics to eliminate false inhibitors and challenge individuals to succeed.
Talking Points
- Define comfort zones
Identify and recognize office comfort zones
Check your process (Best Practices)
Staying focused
Be Flexible & Embrace Change
Manage emergencies and be responsive
When emergencies occur, who takes control? Do you? Learn from a SEAL Medic the best ways to manage chaotic situations and gain the upper hand. Employ the proven tactics of success in daily operations.
Talking Points
- perfect the basics
prepare for the worst
don’t panic
reassess, reassess, reassess
Perseverance
Never Quit
How perseverance wins every time
We will not fail. That should be every company’s mantra. Learn how Special Operation Units forge a winning mentality through total commitment, disciplined training, and selfless behavior. Teach your people to succeed no matter what obstacles are being faced.
Talking Points
- fire in the gut
don’t whine
never ring the bell
it pays to be a winner
Perfecting the Basics
Succeeding in any environment
It is time to forget the ‘warm & fuzzy’ seminars of years past and get back to perfecting the basics. Discipline, hard work, and a positive mental attitude comprise the SEAL Teams. At the same time discover the secrets behind gaining the edge over your competition.
Talking Points
- total commitment
train like its real
training never stops
teach leadership
Leadership
Shoulder to Shoulder
Team leader’s need to be ‘wet, cold, and sandy’ to gain respect
If your team doesn’t respect you, they won’t succeed. In SEAL training, leaders go through the same training as their teammates. The bond and respect created from this strategy forges the most adhesive unit in the world. Learn how to prove your worth and start leading from the front.
Talking Points
- get wet, cold and sandy, too
lead or follow – but not both
take risks
make hard decisions
always have a plan
Planning
SEAL Team Mission Planning
How proper planning prevents poor performance
In Special Operations, units operate in the most challenging environments in the world. Failure in these situations is fatal. Learn the secrets behind SEAL Mission Planning and how it enables extraordinary teams to achieve total mission success in the most dangerous places on earth.
Talking Points
- train more than your enemy
intelligence wins wars
the five-point plan
execute without fail
debrief your operation
