The Bravery Effect: How to Silence Fear, Serve Boldly, and Lead with Unshakable Courage with Jill

“Fear is not always loud. Sometimes it’s the quiet reason people stay small.”

What if the only thing standing between you and your calling is fear? In this electrifying episode, Steve sits down with Jill Schulman, a U.S. Marine veteran and organizational bravery expert whose smile might light you up—but it’s her fearless heart that will stay with you long after the episode ends.

From the battlefield to the boardroom, Jill brings servant leadership to life with bold clarity. She shares why fear is the silent saboteur keeping people small and how real transformation begins with one brave choice at a time. Through her new book, The Bravery Effect, Jill doesn’t just teach theory—she walks us through how bravery is built like a muscle and why it’s the missing skillset in today’s leadership landscape.

In her story, we meet a warrior who has failed forward, stood tall in storms, and chosen meaning over comfort. You’ll feel her passion as she breaks down the science of bravery, from morning mindsets to cultural shifts that make teams unstoppable. Through tangible tools, unforgettable stories, and her soul-deep belief in human potential, Jill inspires every listener to move toward the thing they fear most—because that’s where purpose lives.