The Mark Divine Show
The Mark Divine Show
Mark Divine
Sheepdog Skill: Adaptability
15 minutes Posted Jun 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm.
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What happens when your perfect plan falls apart? In this episode of the Mark Divine Show, retired Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine unpacks the critical Sheepdog skill of Adaptability. Moving beyond the reality that "no plan survives contact with the enemy," Mark explains why true adaptability is not indecision or abandoning your values, but rather flexible execution in service of a fixed purpose. He shares the inspiring story of his former SEAL teammate Alden Mills, who applied the "Fail Forw...