{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Leadership Lessons From The Great Books","title":"The Man That I Would Become: Lessons from a Life of Hard Work, Faith and Purpose by Victor L. Bretting","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2841,"description":"The Man That I Would Become: Lessons from a Life of Hard Work, Faith and Purpose by Victor L. Bretting\n---\nExploring the intersection of legacy, grit, and faith, this episode features a candid conversation with Victor Bretting about his memoir, The Man That I Would Become. The discussion unpacks the vital role of hunting in conservation and ecological stewardship, the necessity of resilience and discipline for the next generation of leaders, and how faith shapes enduring leadership and personal purpose. Listeners gain actionable insight on leading by example, persevering through adversity, and shaping a legacy that lasts beyond a single lifetime.\nBook Title: The Man That I Would Become\nAuthor: Victor Bretting\nHosts: Jesan Sorrells & Victor Bretting\n---\nTime-Stamped Overview:\n---\n00:00 Victor's hunting and ranching journey\n03:24 Transitioning Ranch to Charity Work\n06:34 Understanding conservation and its benefits\n11:07 Books on masculinity and fatherhood\n15:15 Balancing mental and physical work\n16:11 Discussing empathy in construction\n20:15 Understanding hard-headed empathy\n24:27 Challenges for Young Professionals\n28:28 Reflections on Upbringing and Family\n30:49 Parenting different age groups\n35:54 Importance of Biblical Foundations\n39:37 Reflections on Retirement Life\n43:34 Books every leader should read\n44:49 Impactful books on teamwork\n---\nConnect with Victor by clicking the links below:\n---\nBook: https://www.amazon.com/Man-That-Would-Become-Lessons/dp/B0H2BMNTFQ/\nWebsite: https://brettingtexanranch.com/\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-bretting/\n---\nOpening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - \"Air\"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 \nClosing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.\n---\nPick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!\nCheck out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!\n---\nSubscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/R2iR3b66oV2XNnKYVH2oXcJm6ChP001Yi201RrsPqb8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80MWUy/MGE0YWUwOTJiYmE5/MmY5NjhhYWNlYWFm/ZWI0ZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}