Thinking clearly in high pressure situations - With Trevor Fortner

About this episode

Jeevan Matharu interviews Trevor Fortner about thinking clearly under pressure and the skills needed to perform effectively in high-stakes situations.

In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Trevor Fortner — a former U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialist and lead trainer for the UAE Presidential Guard, now working alongside Andrew Bustamante at Everyday Spy. We dive into what it really means to think clearly under pressure. Trevor shares stories from his time in the field, operating in high-stakes environments where decisions carry real consequences. We explore the power of body language, how to reframe situations in real time, and the art of reverse engineering goals to create clarity and control — even in chaos. This episode is packed with practical insights on staying calm, focused, and effective when it matters most. A powerful conversation on mindset, performance, and mastering pressure. 🌐 Follow Trevor Fortner: https://everydayspy.com/trevor Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/4aXS3qi Explore Spy School: https://everydayspy.com/ Listen to the podcast: https://youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcast Learn from a CIA Spy: https://youtube.com/@Andrew-Bustamante 🔥 Sponsored By: ☕ Strong Coffee Company — Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off)…

People in this episode

Host: Jeevan Matharu

Guest: Trevor Fortner

Topics covered

• high pressure situations
• mindset
• performance
• decision making
• body language
• goal setting

Keywords

• pressure
• decision making
• mindset
• performance
• body language
• goal setting

Sponsors

Strong Coffee Company, More Labs, LiQure Gummies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Everyday Spy

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