Welcome back to Lead On with David Dearie! In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Magnetta, retired Command Master Chief, United States Navy. David and Michael discuss how being a leader is a never-ending journey of growth, life after the military, and how to smoothly transition into civilian life, and they also share resources that are available to make this as easy as possible. There’s a lot of wisdom and practical advice to be taken from this episode. Make sure to like and subscribe!

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Host(s): David Dearie

Guest: Michael Magnetta, Retired Command Master Chief

Time Stamps & Show Notes: 

(00:00 - 01:22 ) Introduction

(01:23 - 03:16 ) Staying True to Yourself

(03:17 - 06:33 ) Valuing Training as a Leader

(06:34 - 15:34 ) Continuous Growth as a Leader

(15:35 - 19:49 ) VFW & Transitioning

(19:50 - 21:53 ) Meaningful Ways of Compensation

(21:54 - 26:22 ) Benefits of Being Active with the VFW

(26:23 - 33:32 ) Transitioning out of the Military 

(33:33 - 37:55 ) Unexpected Lessons as a Leader

(37:56 - 39:33 ) Closing