Episode 204

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26th Mar 2026

From Drill Sergeant to Financial Discipline: Structure That Changes Lives

Discipline doesn’t stop when you take off the uniform.

In today’s episode of The Field Op, I sit down with Army veteran Sanna Garrett-Smith — former Drill Sergeant and now known as The Financial Drill Sergeant.

We talk about leadership in the military, building discipline under pressure, and how those same principles apply to finances, business, and life.

No shortcuts. No hype. Just structure, accountability, and execution.

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The Field Op
Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.
Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.

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Brian Colburn

Brian Colburn is a media strategist, podcast producer, content creators coach and consultant. Founder of Sitch Radio, and Growth & Partnership Director at EMN. With over 20 years of experience across media, corporate, and public service sectors.