Where were you on 9/11? Colonel Mark Bontrager was in the Pentagon. The next day, his job was to coordinate the different armed services as they began planning the global war on terror. Episode 73 of The Communication Guys podcast is Part 2 of “High-Risk Communication,” where Mark explains how to communicate effectively when the pressure is on.

How would you communicate if the safety of your entire nation depended on it? It’s not a theoretical question. Meet Mark Bontrager, whose job as a young Air Force lieutenant was to monitor every missile launched anywhere on Earth. Episode 72 of The Communication Guys interview is “High-Risk Communication,” where the Guys explore how to communicate when everything depends on it.

Do you have a passion, or are you still searching for yours? Some people seem to have known their passion since childhood, while others find it more difficult to determine. Episode 71 of The Communication Guys podcast is “How to Find and Develop Your Passion,” where the Guys give 6 tips for discovering your personal passion and living the life you long for.

What’s the most effective way to accelerate your growth in any field? For many people, it’s through coaching. Episode 70 of The Communication Guys podcast is “Why Everybody Needs a Coach,” where the Guys explain why coaching is so effective and also give 4 tips for finding the right coach and getting the most from any coaching experience.

It’s time to get started making those dreams of yours a reality, and The Communication Guys are here to help. Episode 69 of The Communication Guys podcast is “How to Get Your Dreams Off the Ground,” and no one knows better than aviation expert and former Chief of Staff of Naval Air Training Chuck Hollingsworth. In today's interview, we identify the four forces that will determine whether your dreams for the New Year gain the altitude they deserve.