Brett Baker, co-founder and visionary of VAUSA®, brings raw energy, unshakable faith, and mission-driven leadership to this episode. A former Army Ranger, combat veteran, and unapologetic straight-shooter, Brett gives us a look at his journey—from the battlefield to building VAUSA®, a company creating meaningful jobs for military spouses. He shares his knowledge about leadership, the power of faith in business, and why his family remains his top priority. Get ready for an intense, no-BS conversation about purpose, service, and making a real impact. 🔥

Chapters

• 00:00 – Brace Yourself: The Brett Baker Experience Begins
• 00:52 – Meet the Man, the Mission, the Mindset
• 01:56 – Roots of a Warrior: Family, Faith & Grit
• 04:23 – VA USA: A Business Born from Battle
• 09:22 – Entrepreneurship: The Unfiltered Truth
• 12:08 – Ranger Life: The Training Grounds for Leadership
• 13:52 – Faith Under Fire: Finding Strength in the Storm
• 18:27 – Building a Business That Actually Matters
• 29:31 – Homesteading: Freedom, Food & the Future
• 39:46 – Rapid-Fire Reflections & Final Words

Links and Resources

• Brett on LinkedIn
• VAUSA®

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