Leadership training + consultancy

Your partner in leadership and team development

Your partner in leadership and team development

We build leaders and a culture where people want to take ownership. That means stronger teams, happier employees, and better results

We build leaders and a culture of ownership so you achieve better results

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We are the only official representative of Echelon Front in Europe

We are the only official representative of Echelon Front in Europe

Echelon Front (EF) is one of the world’s leading leadership training companies, founded by former US Navy SEALs Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Their Extreme Ownership method is used by businesses of all sizes — from Fortune 100 giants to fast-growing startups.
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Sides: Leif Babin and Jocko Willink (founders of Echelon Front)
Middle: Remo Ojaste and Martin Jõesaar (founders of Combat Ready)

Echelon Front founders and Combat Ready team members at #Muster019 leadership conference in the USA

We’ve adapted their battlefield-tested leadership system for the Estonian and European business world, so these same principles can work for you.

Our mission is to equip everyone with a solutions-oriented mindset and practical leadership skills.

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How we help organizations build better leaders and stronger teams
How we help organizations build better leaders and stronger teams
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We believe every team member is a leader, and leadership happens in all directions—up, down, and across the chain of command.

Because people learn best by doing, all our training is rooted in real-world experiences and situations. At Combat Ready, we teach the exact same principles that special forces use to succeed on their missions—because if they work on the battlefield, they will work for you.

for companies

Development program

Short- or long-term leadership program that equips your entire team — from the front lines to the CEO — with battlefield-tested tools, empowering everyone to make independent decisions and handle the toughest situations.

Why choose us?

We’ve helped organizations of all sizes and backgrounds build a culture where the whole team is aligned — everyone leads, takes ownership, and works together to achieve a common goal.

For teams

Experiential Training

It’s hard to master leadership principles sitting in a classroom, because real learning happens in action.

Our immersive training puts your team into situations that demand collaboration. Everyone gets a chance to step into a leadership role and learn something new about themselves and their teammates.

It’s an engaging and fun experience that builds team spirit and teamwork, without feeling like a boring lecture.

FOR TEAMS​

Experiential Training

It’s hard to master leadership principles sitting in a classroom, because real learning happens in action.

Our immersive training puts your team into situations that demand collaboration. Everyone gets a chance to step into a leadership role and learn something new about themselves and their teammates.

It’s an engaging and fun experience that builds team spirit and teamwork, without feeling like a boring lecture.

For Individuals and Teams

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We provide personalized guidance for both your own growth and the development of your entire team. We work side-by-side to implement our leadership system into your daily work, so you can make faster decisions, adapt to change, and better lead yourself and others.

The goal is to build habits that last long after our collaboration, helping you in any situation.

More Ways to Develop and Inspire Your Team

In-House Training

Workshops and training tailored to your team’s needs.

Public Training

Meet the Combat Ready instructors and discover our leadership system

Keynote

We bring inspiring, thought-provoking stories from the battlefield to your event.

More Ways to Develop and Inspire Your Team

In-House Training

Workshops and training tailored to your team’s needs.

Public Training

Meet the Combat Ready instructors and discover our leadership system

Keynote

We bring inspiring, thought-provoking stories from the battlefield to your event.

Not sure which service is right for you?

Contact us and we’ll find the best solution together. Just send us a message with your questions.

We train in both Estonian and English.

You don't become a great leader overnight.

Our leadership programs and training materials support you every step of the way. We help you systematically build leadership skills and overcome obstacles, so both you and your team can win

 
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How do our clients evaluate the impact and value of Combat Ready?

Not sure which service is right for you?

Contact us and we’ll find the best solution together. Just send us a message with your questions.

We train in both Estonian and English.

How do our clients evaluate the impact and value of Combat Ready?

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Feedback to trainings

Pille
Participant
Extremely practical, clear, and well-structured. I really liked that we started with practical exercises and reinforced the theory on the second day. I also appreciated that it wasn’t possible to just sit passively and listen — you had to engage. And it's amazing that everything applies to personal life too, which is arguably even more important than work life!
Egle
Participant
I can imagine us having a day like this every year — and each time, there would be something new to discover about ourselves. I believe everyone grows so much over the course of a year that being placed in a situation like this again would always bring a fresh perspective. I genuinely enjoyed today — it clearly showed me that, despite our busy work schedules and the things that seem so important, we can take a step back to invest in strengthening our collaboration.
Vaike
Participant
The training made me reflect deeply and analyze situations in my own life. Before the training, I felt like I was stuck in a rut — but afterwards, I found a direction to move forward. I realized that I need to take responsibility, and there was a real shift in my mindset — one that I hope will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Marge
Participant
I really liked the idea that attack is the best form of defense… it instantly reminded me of my teenager at home, who seems to practice this strategy quite successfully, no matter what issue is being discussed 😄. What I especially appreciated about the training was how we addressed real problems, had meaningful discussions, heard real-life examples, and experienced the instructors' openness and honesty.
Viljar
Participant
I’m going to start practicing now 🙂 Not falling into the tunnel vision, seeing the bigger picture, untangling my thought patterns and behavior habits, giving a little nudge to my ego when needed, and so on. If I become a better person, I can be a better example to the people around me. Everything was valuable and gave me reassurance that quite a few of my mindsets are actually on the right track. Of course, working on yourself is a constant process — and this gave me fresh new perspectives to keep going.
Marten
Participant
I’m deeply grateful for this training. It’s truly amazing that people with such a strong professional background are willing to share their experience to help others grow. I really appreciated how the material was given to us in small, powerful doses and how we constantly reflected on it — that helped the key messages truly take root. The content was clear and easy to grasp. Compared to other leadership trainings, there was so much more I could apply directly to both my work and personal life. I especially loved the instructors’ directness — it made everything feel real and meaningful.
Barbara
Participant
Awesome! Energetic, educational, sensible, and engaging! The training was well-balanced, and I especially loved the exercises out in the field. Keep up the great work! 💪🔥
Kristi
Participant
The presentation skills were top-notch. I’ve never been to a training where I was able to stay so focused on the content without my mind wandering. (P.S. I’ve been a trainer myself for 17 years!)
Andres
Participant
A huge, huge thank you once again for yesterday! We ended up sitting together for another hour afterwards, reflecting and sharing thoughts — and it was so powerful to see how everyone’s mind started turning, analyzing their own perspectives and next steps. It was exactly what we needed at this moment — like a perfect punch between the eyes (in the best way possible)! 👊

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, absolutely. Leadership isn’t about the environment; it’s about people.

Battlefield is one of the most high-stakes environments imaginable—lives are on the line and every second counts. That is exactly why the leadership systems used there must work flawlessly, drive results, and empower special operators to make rapid decisions.

As an Echelon Front partner, and having helped over 500 companies, we can confirm that the challenges in the office are exactly the same as in elite military units: ego, poor communication, lack of teamwork, and the fear of taking ownership.

We don’t teach military tactics to businesses. Instead, we provide a battle-tested leadership system to help you build a culture where teams work together, leaders delegate effectively, and every team member takes full ownership of the results.

It is a framework based on the experiences of U.S. elite military units and the principles of Extreme Ownership, designed to overcome even the most complex situations.

Through this system, every team member — from the front line to the CEO — learns to take ownership, make independent decisions, and lead both themselves and others.

We have worked with organizations of all sizes across a wide variety of sectors — from banks and large logistics firms to IT companies and schools.

Because our system focuses on leading people and teams rather than specific industries, these principles are universally applicable.

To find out which approach would help you the most, simply get in touch with us.

No, absolutely not. We believe that every person is a leader, regardless of their job title.

While we train many top executives and mid-level managers, we see the best results when the entire team is involved. When frontline employees are equipped with the exact same tools as the CEO, it creates a common language within the company. This prevents miscommunication and ensures the entire organization works together toward a unified goal.

Practicality: We dedicate the majority of our training to real-world scenarios and practical exercises. Everything you learn can be applied immediately to help you take ownership and solve problems.

Partnership with Echelon Front: We have direct access to the world’s leading experts — Jocko Willink and his entire team. This ensures the system we implement is top-tier, constantly improving, and results-driven.

Universal Application: Our tools aren’t confined to a single industry — they are effective in any environment. Every team member can benefit from them, no matter their title or rank.

We offer a range of services tailored to your or your team’s goals and needs:

  • Long- and short-term development programs

  • Experiential training

  • In-house and public training

  • Consulting

  • Keynote speaking

Get in touch with us, and together we’ll find the solution that provides the most value.

LET'S GET IN CONTACT!

LET'S GET IN CONTACT!

We’ll find the best solution together.











      Karoliine Paesüld

      Training Operations Manager

      Karoliine Paesüld

      Training Operations Manager