Podcast
The Combat-Proven Formula for Stronger Teams with Jason Harris
Episode 46 - August 24, 2026
On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with bestselling author, retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, professional pilot, and keynote speaker Jason Harris to explore the combat-proven principles behind his No Fail Trust® methodology.
After 11 combat deployments, Jason knows what it takes to operate in environments where the stakes are high and trust is essential to getting the mission done. He shares how those experiences shaped his approach to teamwork and why the same principles can help organizations strengthen trust, accountability, connection, and performance.
Jason also shares how he helps organizations surface challenges around trust, communication, psychological safety, and accountability, and why building stronger teams starts with creating genuine connection.
Key topics include:
- The high-risk combat experiences that shaped Jason's approach to teamwork
- The story behind his No Fail Trust® methodology
- What it takes to build trust before the pressure hits
- Why training, processes, and empowerment matter to team performance
- How connection can lead to commitment, accountability, and trust
- Why anyone can influence culture, regardless of title
- How Jason takes organizations beyond the keynote through workshops and deeper engagement
- The story behind his new book, No Fail Trust: The Flight Manual for Building Teams That Deliver Under Pressure
- One simple way to start building stronger trust today
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