Navy SEAL: Life After the Teams-Professor Michael Crooke

Navy SEAL, Pepperdine University professor, Dr. Michael Crooke tells how he accomplished much in his life -- athlete, veteran, business entrepreneur, academic -- claiming his experience as a Navy SEAL laid the foundation for his many achievements. Learn what he has to say about his "Life After the Teams".

[@user-ph7lp2dl1q]

he seems like the most genuinely happy person one will meet once in a lifetime.

[@albutterfield5965]

I think that 6 months mandatory boot camp/ classroom right after high school would help about 90% our young people.

[@chaist94]

2 years would be better.

[@baldy943]

People die at buds so yea

[@justsomeamerican2301]

How about 2 years mandatory service

[@davidpierce9949]

I don't. You have to WANT to play the game. Otherwise that oerson will hate it and that breeds low morale

[@gotemha4002]

Al Butterfield it would for me, in gonna join right after 2021, so that I could have my life quickly started with military experience, then I either go to college and go to a federal agency, or I go straight to the agency, since the job I want only needs a desired qualification of military experience

[@johnlarson9246]

I like this guy . So Humble .

[@marinabayview]

Yes! I thought so too!

[@mickfunny4185]

john larson can't be a SEAL if you aren't humble

[@reginaldmosley64]

Yes...he is humble...and grateful

[@ethangregg702]

Tough looking on the internet now but

[@BrotherPatriot]

What a great story and message, Brother Michael. Indeed, the training we went through has influenced us for the rest of our entire lives...giving an "edge" even, as it mentally strengthened us with tools to succeed. Thanks for displaying such a positive mindset and showing what can be achieved...all from humble beginnings. HOO-YAH & God Bless you and your future efforts...! (Class 163/1989)

[@truthseeker6220]

When you make it through to the Teams, you gain an "I can do anything that I really want" sort of mindset .... It definitely gives you a life long advantage in life .... Most guys in the Teams are fairly sharp and are driven to succeed and excel .... Crooke is one of many "after the Teams" success stories. ST2/68

[@dbss206]

I love him so much . my day was going so bad but this person puts an instant smile on your face... wow... what a man???

[@sommi888]

ive noticed a lot of people doubting this man is a trained killer... he is absolutely a trained killer. all the steroid head, macho types never make it through to the end. they get beaten down very early and give up. this guy is always smiling and is always humble. he is the exact type of guy you want to be placed in the middle of a combat zone because he doesnt have a shell to break

[@rogerwhiting9310]

Its nice to see a sort of regular guy become a SEAL and not feel like he needs to be some sort of badass for the rest of his life. I bet his positive energy is infectious

[@nobody-ly9ef]

So humbled and ashamed by this man and his accomplishments. So very impressive.

[@luckywetland]

I could listen to his stories all day, his so humble and down to earth.

[@postfundie]

when you have been in a bad environment/ company/ country, where everybody just tears each other apart, you really start to love the real team player people who want to work hard, work out, and support each other......woah...refreshing stuff

[@blacksharkswimmer3729]

PTFD well said

[@Saicharan-hk9id]

This man is the best example of leadership. We want more leaders like him

[@southtownj382]

Thank you heroic Navy seals for what you do. We honor you as hero's of the United States!

[@chiggerx9407]

You earned & deserved all the success you’ve had. Thanks for serving our country!!!🇺🇸

[@reggierico]

I'd say this guy is slightly goal oriented? I have always stressed to my three sons to establish goals for yourself throughout your life, especially in your youth. They don't have to necessarily be big goals either. Ideally, some of your goals should build up to a larger goal, right? That is how amazing people like Prof. Crooke joined the Navy, got accepted to BUDS, became a SEAL, a college graduate, and on and on. Always strive to better yourself, you can't go wrong. Great story.

[@TopGun8993]

Just goes to show you that you would never peg this guy as a "typical navy SEAL". He's an adventurous, driven, and successful man, but still doesn't have that Navy SEAL quality. The difference is, He IS A NAVY SEAL!! He made it through an unbelievable mental and physical challenge that VERY few of us could withstand. I respect this man not only for his success in his life, but his sacrifice for our country and his willingness to put his neck out on the line for America. Thank you Michael Crooke!

[@judithcampbell3354]

Humble AND lovable! What a fantastic man’s man he is! Thank You for your service Sir. Much respect for him. A’ho

[@faithbuilder1320]

Wow! Very moving to watch a vet succeeded like that.

[@skipmooney5732]

That is the type of energy that people want to be around ✌🏻

[@andymckane7271]

Too bad I didn't have your advice before I attended college! My grades were pathetic, both before and after serving in the Navy. I should say, however, that after getting out of the Navy my grades did much better, but I still had no taste for professors who would teach, say, biology, and while they were at it give anti-Vietnam lectures to their classes. I loved and still love the Navy. I had no use for and still have no use for those American citizens who bad mouth the men and women of our Armed Services. Thank you, professor, for your service in our beloved Navy!

[@prodivesandiego]

Michael, your self confidence projects a never ending motivated drive and exuberant positive attitude to create an excitement that inspires challenge and goal setting! It’s “THAT” FOCUS to be a WINNER which is the most infectious! And it’s “I know I will Reach my Goal that solidifies Optimism in a Relentless Positivity...In short, the Difference between Optimism & Relentless Positivity can be summed up like this: “Optimism is going after Moby Dick in a rowboat.. whereby Relentless Positivity is taking the tartar sauce with you!” HooYAH Teammate! from FROGMAN80 - Class 80

[@OCRay1]

It’s so true. All you team guys are endless confident and don’t hesitate to do anything that you want to do. It’s really cool to see. I wish I could have tested myself mentally in buds but I was paralyzed in a car accident at 17 and all my athletic and military hopes vanished now an instant. But I love being around guys like Mike here and of course am truly great full for the risks and sacrifices they made.

[@Whisky_Four-Three]

WOW what a story really worth watching this little vid. cheers

[@theanc316ientone]

I swear these guys are just awesome. Humble

[@strongsecurity7747]

This guy is so intelligent and cool man .

[@tyclark8162]

I am not a Seal, but served IDF. What got myself thru some very tough training as a Paradog was I kept telling myself. If he can do it, I will do it. An this shit can't last forever, never ever quit. I'd die before I'd ever quit, as I had nothing behind me that would prevent me unless I suffered an injury during training. You have to believe from day one that you can n will get thru it, an it can't last forever, if he can do so can I. I'd even laugh inside while running our butts off. We had many who got injured n got cut. But most guys go 2-3 times before making the cut n getting into the training pipeline. From day one, I looked around an I had a pretty good take on who would stick it out. Many have that defeated look on their faces from day one. My team buddy n myself were equal in most ideas, not the very best. But pretty good at most phrases of selection process.

[@tyclark8162]

Today, all I have are good n some bad memories, but the thing I miss the most are hanging out with my brothers n sisters. You can say all you want about girls, but IDF girls rock. An I miss the chow we were served, you could eat all you wanted n generally take your time eating. Unless we were in training phrase, then you ate MREs like most any armed forces. I miss those fun times n yep we'd sing n dance in a circle together, I wouldn't trade that for anything.

[@parajeeper]

AATW-Brothers of the silk!

[@omersharif3823]

Wow. This guy is a navy seal and has a PhD. Big respect.

[@RoleyChiu]

Meanwhile here I am wasting my life on KZbin watching someone else be successful.

[@tonybayer2546]

Never too late to change that

[@mattwesley4435]

Raise your right hand and take an elistment...or commission if you have a degree...i joined at 19, so far best decision I ever made...unfortunately I was injured in Iraq 2006 to severe to continue with the army...but because of vetran status lots of job opportunities...if you decide to work for the government like I did you will get a 10 point preference...pennsylvania does this...those 10 points will put you on the upper list out of thousands of applicant's..or use GI Bill for a degree...thr veterans affairs also has programs for degrees...

[@whiteribbonman1]

+Roley Chiu Hopefully by now you realized this video is but one of your options to take towards BECOMING successful. . . . . .

[@ryanharrington6389]

Roley Chiu you and I both pal.

[@BODYBYSTRUGGLE]

Roley Chiu Lmmfao. Too funny

[@kabutoyakushi6618]

This is awesome, thank you for sharing your story with us Dr. Michael Crooke.

[@xDinomanx]

3:36 - that guy with the moustache looks like Instructor Patstone, former Navy Seal Instructor.

[@jamers333]

I would love to be there in class at Pepperdine when a student walks in to class first day sizes him up and thinks to him or herself..."this guy is a whimp!" Only to watch their face melt off after they learn that he was in fact an all American Bad Ass!

[@asdalskdf]

The dude would have never made it through today’s training, back then, it was way easier to become a seal than it is today, he couldn’t even make it past the screening today with the body he had back then.

[@pu2537]

Nice life story...and happy that you found your passions early in life and pursue them... kudos 2U!

[@suntzu5836]

Outstanding video!....You never win if you never try.....

[@BostonsF1nest]

This guy sounds like he had the best life ever... now he’s teaching classes in Malibu

[@aaronwhite2209]

Huge respect very likeable guy see why successful.

[@janusredway]

Biggest element tested by BUD/S = heart/drive.

[@kCI251]

Life after military is different depending on MOS and deployments. Learning what you love is the only way to have purpose each day. A paycheck is great but if you hate what you're doing, no amount of money will change how it feels to do something you dislike each day.

[@jmact1977]

Maybe a 'Life After Teams 'book or Q&A series.I'd love to read Mr Crooke's. Mr Goggins has done a bit too!!!!

[@isaganiortiz9749]

truly, ex military guys are the best professionals in the corporate and education sector.

[@neelonghunglow]

He sounds suspiciously more Green Beret to me...😎Thank you for your service!

[@palmtreeguy6289]

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK

[@VIKING33NY]

What a decent guy...and he's a Navy Seal!! He must be one bad ass!!!

[@asdfgh7023]

Life the other TEAM,the Family!🤘🤘🤘

[@kevendrover2442]

My god what a friend u would make

[@KB4QAA]

Success is all in your mind. Whether in the Navy or in the real world.

[@schrodertheman4402]

Pelican1984 The Navy isn't the real world?

[@KB4QAA]

Schroder: Of course not!

[@speeddemonsltd7486]

No he saying no matter what you decide to do. Success is a mindset not a destination

[@hxacalifornia2286]

Schroder The Man It's other words for the civilian world.

[@pr4nk5tr]

Prof. Dr. Badass

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

Wow what a career and credentials!! Kudos to you sir !

[@moonrunrs]

What a remarkable person!

[@pareshprajapati7916]

happy person, lot of smile on his face.,,

[@peterbrennan393]

such an instantly likeable guy. u want to be on his team

[@Topjake1492]

I'd vote for this guy for President 🇺🇸

[@asdalskdf]

Based off what? Cause he sounds happy and there’s some inspirational music in the background?

[@bigmac66100]

Ya I like this dude also he seem's so cool and down to earth.Seem's like most Seals brag a lot and talk a lot of shit,This guy seems so laid back..

[@theanc316ientone]

richard mctere I've met several seals throughout my life, not one of them where ever boastful, they where all very quiet and nice people to talk to.

[@Tzalaf5731]

Everything A Person Could Aspire To Be Is To Be Found In The U.S. Navy. Find Your Passion In Life & Then Find The Right Career In The Navy. Your Life Will Be Better For It.

[@bdhd206]

Amazing story, thanks for sharing.

[@OPERATIONSAMUELINCIDENTKANDAKH]

Oh, absolutely. I guess it kind of depends on how you classify it. Yes, my military days are behind me but that's fine. That's all. I knew when I signed up at 18 I wasn't going to be in until I was 100. That's just not how it works. So knowing that's over, that's fine. I don't have to cling to that. Yes, it's a validation when I'm teaching leadership or whatever it's going to be but I'm not a soldier anymore. I'm not in the military anymore. Yes, I'm a SEAL, retired, and I'm always going to be a SEAL, but I'm not out carrying guns or doing stuff like that. Being able to accept that, knowing it's going to happen, and plugging into what my new purpose is by helping veterans and teaching stuff that I know is the next chapter. I know my book has lots of chapters left, family, grandkids and all that other stuff that I can't wait for. So hey, I've got Tim. Tim's another chapter, another friendship, another experience. Mike, Brady and Aaron, it's important for me to keep expanding those chapters, meeting new people, and seeing where this book goes because there are storylines all over the place. Like our storyline, helping with this and hopefully helping some veterans is a whole other piece of the pie that I never even thought about six months ago. And this ranch out here, that's a whole other chapter here to where we as a society, as a group, or a community can benefit other people.

[@veanwhitcher7867]

Godspeed Michael!

[@kenshiba5813]

That was a pretty enjoyable and uplifting testimonial. Kudos.

[@bosnmatecaddie]

I wish my brother would have know U! He Died 3 days ago as I write this but he was like U, came from Tx. Went to Concordia Lutheran with and four yr. Degree in Social Work, was a principal at one of the schools in Portland. found himself and purpose, love the fish, hunt and stayIng fit, hunting is very demanding on the body, i think he could have been a good hand with the Teams if he chose the military, he died while training in Woodland Washington, my remaining brother and i will bury him next week! Thx for your inspiring story! BM2 (fmf) USN!

[@Elias2293]

this guy did everything

[@sp00f34]

Great story

[@DennisTeti]

Not enlisting in the military is and will forever be the worst mistake I’ll make in my entire life.

[@Teamthayer]

Incredible!

[@pinsen6166]

Saya sangat menyukai tayangan, nenghibur banget 7

[@im9282]

Warrior monk. Awesome.

[@LS-sp5hr]

I didn't think anyone grew up in Aloha. It's such a small census district that the odds are low that a future navy seal would have grown up there

[@tylerlawlerDEVGRU]

Still active! SEAL Team 6

[@PochoNieves]

How can this video have 402 dislikes? This is how hard work and discipline looks like, how can you hate on that? Those 402 votes are the definition of haters and jealousy. Just a reminder... this CEO and professor killed lots of people defending our country! Certified bad ass! I would take his class twice!

[@vodkacannon]

Not everyone is going to get the privilege to do what he gets to do. By down-voting, they are releasing their jealousy and hatred.

[@asdalskdf]

Well I wouldn’t up like the video because it isn’t mentioned that becoming a navy seal back then, was a hell of a lot easier than it is now. His body wouldn’t have even made it past the screening test today

[@KillKyle712]

Thats really motivating and inspiring. Thx

[@naui_diver9290]

When you can compare to Hennessey you know you did good...I grew up with him in a small Ct. town. He was always disciplined and determined.

[@chloehennessey6813]

WebbedToesRule Group 👌🤙❤️

[@luissandman6114]

What a life

[@paulquigley6473]

So inspiring.

[@Goontrader2]

What a life!!!! Great stuff here.

[@LegoRam24]

My sister had him as a teacher!

[@khalifakush645]

+Steffen Simon dayummnn lol

[@marinabayview]

Wow!That is great. Alot if positive energy,I am sure!

[@ShiftySkipper]

This man Is a Navy Seal AND is in NASA? Most badass life ever.

[@dirtdiver9668]

That's Jonny Kim

[@killianngala4019]

Inspiring story

[@billflynn4602]

Great video

[@fallbangskid5037]

Good story, Kudos and Thank You!

[@willieboy8798]

the one thing I never hear is quite....well as an engineer knowing when to quite is as important as knowing when to start or finish. many times in development we decided to quite one thing and try another..that is what lead us to success. quiting or changing direction maybe not entirely. Intel had a very successful memory business decided one day that microprocessors was the route to go in, one day they quite and went into the processor business. That came from Andy Grove himself at Stanford. I was there at Intel ten years had two semesters with andy.

[@ethangregg702]

😮what do you do with old mcraven?

[@sergycruz4848]

Cheers mates , mind over everything, open your eyes

[@YankeeBacon]

wow this guy is incredible

[@emiliosantonatos5696]

That’s exactly what I want to do! Is there any way I can contact him, so he can help me turn out like that We can have a lesson

[@tylerlawlerDEVGRU]

What about the active ones?

[@Sushisl1cer]

Everybody wants to be a SEAL, but how are willing to go through the training without quitting or giving up to be become one?

[@bladesaint21mr]

Very cool vid.

[@filipinoheritagesocietyofm1699]

Wow!

[@samurai25able]

the seals of the vietnam era were just as good and bad ass but now today seals obviously have a lot more advanced technology at there disposal so to say there a different breed i think is accurate.

[@108Cotrcie]

Great vid he looks like a real nice guy but in the back of your mind you know not to piss this guy off haha very inspiring !

[@reiyen4761]

During the video I ate a sandwich, 6 cookies, coke, another piece of bread and thinking I'm gonna be like that guy! smh lol

[@fz1000red]

There are so many parallels between Marine Corps bootcamp and the mindset and training environment in BUD/S there had to be some jarhead involved with developing the curriculum. It's like they took bootcamp, doubled the length of time and folded in a number of additional evolutions, skills, and training goals. Of course every US Marine tends to forget we are, at all times, merely a department of the US Navy... 😉

[@sin9037]

I know you didn't compare marine bootcamp with BUDS

[@glen432003]

Awesome 👏

[@davidharden8646]

Bud/s was the turning point of my life too. Class #78. All dropped because of politics. Ruined my life for years after. No excuses, never rang the bell and many of us didnt. Taught me to support my fellow sailors but never the government, for any reason.

[@davidharden8646]

+JH CC no sir, not 1.

[@davidharden8646]

+JH CC you stupid fuck, I stated, no one graduated, not me, Not Pisdad, no one, clean your fucking ears and read what is posted not what you want to see. God damn pissant fucking morons

[@davidharden8646]

I didnt know I had to lay it out in a format someone could understand with crayons. I also didnt realize the grammar police were checking me. Because one does not graduate, does not mean they didnt spend enough time there to learn anything. And then be assigned to other parts of the Navy where they contributed to the war effort as well. But then you serving all those years, making an attempt at something has given you the right to harass and verbally assault someone that was fighting for this country before you were most likely born. Saying I never rang the bell is a sign of pride and honor to me, and being dropped for politically reasons like most of the rest of my class does not take away from the fact it was never rang. If you made the attempt yourself instead of harassing people you may have known that. You are welcome for my service as well as the rest of us Vets that served in VietNam. But then, I guess one is only a patriot if they measure up to your standards. The ribbons, medals and disabilities we earned really mean nothing to folks like you. What ever, I will be as I want to be. I dont need your permission.

[@benji7002]

+David Harden I would like to know more about the political drops if you could elaborate.

[@m74d3]

+JH CC what the hell are you talking about? "No sir, not 1," literally means that no, not even one person graduated. 0 did. Not even 1. I'm not sure how you got the idea that one graduated from that

[@katsunogi02]

Inspiring!

[@NNTW]

Amazing!

[@tylerlawlerDEVGRU]

Earned my Trident. I graduated.

[@tundraotto]

the qualifications have not changed...the total number is very much close to the same - as much pressure as there is to have more. SEAL is a SEAL.

[@slackabeara]

who.... could dislike this video?

[@zfitzy100100]

bud/s is the hardest US military training. Navy basic training is one of the easier boot camps.

[@majeshirkaku1543]

Nice i feel the same

[@jeisinga]

what a amazing carreer