Be the Renegade: Strategy, Risk & Real Leadership

Originally published on Mary McCorvey's Substack.

What if the key to success isn’t more planning—but better strategy and bold execution?

In this episode of Experience Over Expectation, Mary McCorvey sits down with Thom Boharsik—Air Force veteran, former Google and Accenture leader, and co-founder of Outlaw Star Collective—to explore what it means to be a strategic renegade in life and business.

Thom breaks down:

🔹 Why adaptability—not perfection—is the real superpower 🔹 How to lead across radically different cultures (military, tech, consulting) 🔹 The moment he chose entrepreneurship over the corporate ladder 🔹 Why “don’t fear momentum” is a life motto worth living 🔹 How personal strategy can help you drop off kids, launch companies, and stay aligned with your values

Whether you're building a career, a company, or a life with purpose—this episode will challenge your assumptions and help you redefine what success really means.

🧭 Let go of the plan. Live on your terms.

Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome & Intro to Thom 01:00 – What It Means to Be a Renegade 04:00 – Navigating Air Force to Accenture to Google 06:30 – Life Strategy vs. Life Planning 09:30 – Marriage, Momentum & Commitment 12:00 – Veteran Identity & Civilian Purpose 17:00 – Leadership for Everyone (Not Just Vets) 22:00 – Visualizing Success, Handling Chaos 26:00 – Final Thoughts: Be the Renegade

If this conversation made you rethink the way you plan—or live—hit that subscribe button. Every week we bring you real stories and bold ideas to help you let go of the plan and live on your terms. Don’t just watch—join the movement.

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that challenge the myth of the perfect plan. 💬 What does being a renegade look like in your life? Tell us in the comments.

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