The Good Tech Companies - Mental Fortitude in the Corporate World: Chris Harris’ Warrior Maker Approach

Episode Date: March 31, 2025

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/mental-fortitude-in-the-corporate-world-chris-harris-warrior-maker-approach. Chris Harris blends warrior mindset principles with business strategy, helping leaders build resilience, master sales, and thrive under pressure. Check more stories related to tech-stories at: https://hackernoon.com/c/tech-stories. You can also check exclusive content about #leadership-training, #sales-strategy, #chris-harris, #executive-coaching-strategies, #mental-toughness-training, #phase-selling-methodology, #high-performance-mindset, #good-company, and more. This story was written by: @missinvestigate. Learn more about this writer by checking @missinvestigate's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. Chris Harris, a combatives expert turned leadership coach, applies battle-tested mental toughness strategies to business. His Phase Selling system and warrior mindset training help executives and sales teams build resilience, adapt under pressure, and outperform competitors.

This audio is presented by Hacker Noon, where anyone can learn anything about any technology. Mental fortitude in the corporate world. Chris Harris' warrior-maker approach.by misinvestigate. The intensity of a combative's training dojo seems like a far cry from the sleek conference rooms of corporate leadership, but Chris Harris sees them as two sides of the same coin. Pressure, adversity, high stakes, whether you're training in elite combatives or closing a multi-million dollar deal, the core principles remain unchanged," he explains. Chris Harris spent 25 years training elite warriors in Roku Jutsu, a system of close-quarters combat he created, earning him the title, the Warrior Maker. His phase-selling methodology

and warrior mindset techniques have already impacted over 500 companies in 60 countries, establishing him as a rising force in a field led by figures like Tony Robbins, Simon Sinek, and Jaco Willink. Martial Arts and the Art of Business Switching from a private contractor serving the US military and its global allies to a sought-after keynote speaker and executive coach might seem like a big leap, but Chris Harris believes his unique background gives him a significant advantage. Resilience, strategic thinking, adaptability — these skills are just as essential in business as they are in battle, he emphasizes. Working with corporate teams, Harris helps professionals build mental toughness, emotional

resilience, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Chris Harris believes that success in sales and leadership is more about adopting the right mindset than learning the right skill. You can have the best product or service and the perfect sales pitch, but if you crack under the constant pressure of tough competition, firm deadlines, and vital sales goals, you won't go far, he says. His phase-selling system, inspired by his time-training special forces and climbing to the top as an all-star sales performer, breaks the art of winning into four stages,

giving professionals a psychological advantage over their competition. As organizations scramble to adapt to hybrid work models and rising competition, executives seek ways to instill resilience within their teams. Executive coaching as an industry is projected to grow by over 9% annually, reaching $147 billion by 2029. Chris Harris's blend of military discipline and corporate insight places him in a distinct position in the expanding market. Why Tough Thinking is Today's Superpower Professional keynote speakers play an essential role in the corporate world, especially today when companies seek real and lasting change.

Chris Harris is the author of eight books. His latest book, Mindset Grit, delves into building mental toughness and applying it in personal and professional settings. Another book to fill the bookshelves soon, Seven Rivals, provides insights on mastering the battles that affect one's self-motivation and mindset, and that attempts to block the path to success. The biggest obstacle to success isn't external, Harris explains. It's the limits we set for ourselves. His insights resonate with leaders feeling pressured to perform while balancing workplace burnout and constant change. Heiss methods offer audiences a battle-tested approach for long-term, high-impact leadership

and performance. Chris Harris' expertise has already caught the attention of major media outlets, as he frequently conducts interviews on mental toughness. In his recent keynote at a global sales summit, he tackled overcoming challenges and fostering psychological safety in the workplace, two issues gaining traction as businesses move beyond conventional leadership strategies. A legacy of strength and strategy. Chris Harris is more than just a keynote speaker. He's a trusted mindset and performance expert. As the founder of Roku Jutsu Combatives, an award-winning inventor, a US military veteran, and a

martial arts Hall of Fame inductee. His career achievements directly reflect the resilience he teaches. Harris stays committed to one goal — helping professionals develop a warrior's mindset, skills, and discipline. Whether speaking to top executives or mentoring sales teams, his message is simple — success is not about natural talent, but mental toughness. Every challenge is a chance to evolve, Harris says. Theorial question is, are you ready to shatter the limits of your past and grab hold of a better future?

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