Jon Cobb, a former Marine and management consultant, shares his journey from leaving the military to starting his own business. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the importance of taking time to figure out one's path, and the value of continuous learning. Jon emphasizes the need for practical experience and action-driven education, rather than solely relying on formal degrees.

Jon's expertise in management consulting and executive coaching has allowed him to help companies navigate organizational transformations and support leaders in facing challenges. Jon discusses the importance of storytelling in defining company culture and shares his approach to business development and networking. He emphasizes the value of building deep relationships and providing value to others. He also talks about the power of retreats in helping individuals gain clarity and perspective, and he highlights the importance of constantly meeting new people to foster personal growth.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background: From the Marines to Consulting

03:00 Challenges of Transitioning to Civilian Life and Flexibility

11:02 The Power of LinkedIn and Personal Branding

36:17 The Power of Storytelling in Business Development

38:33 Building Trust and Value in Networking

42:35 The Misconception of Social Media for Business

56:12 Retreats and Courses in Career Development

01:07:33 Perseverance and Determination in Overcoming Challenges

Takeaways

Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be challenging, and it's important to have a plan and support system in place.

Taking time to figure out one's path and gain practical experience before committing to a specific career or educational path can be beneficial.

Continuous learning and acquiring new skills are essential for personal and professional growth.

Being a 1099 contractor can provide flexibility and opportunities to work with different companies and industries.

Management consulting and executive coaching can help organizations navigate organizational transformations and support leaders in facing challenges. Storytelling plays a crucial role in defining company culture and leaders should focus on telling the right stories.

Building deep relationships and providing value to others is key to business development and networking.

Retreats can be life-changing by providing individuals with a new perspective and clarity on their goals.

Constantly meeting new people is essential for personal growth and expanding one's network.

Jon Cobb offers a job search accelerator course that provides comprehensive support for individuals looking for new opportunities.