New Mission Career Transition

“You don’t have to have it all figured out.” Why? Because the path to the next career is rarely a straight line. Our guest, Samantha (Sam) Gassman, told us how she went from being an AFSOC Navigator to becoming a Senior Manager of Communications for a Fortune 100 Company and a published author. Hint: She did not take a straight path to her current career. Sam also told us about… ✅ Not Having a Clean Break ✅ Putting the Ego in Check ✅ From Service Member to MIL Spouse ✅ Developing Storytelling Skills ✅ Becoming an Author ...and much more. You can find out more about Sam by visiting her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthagassman/ You can also check out Sam’s books and other content by visiting her website at https://www.samanthagassman.com/home Like what you heard? You can follow our content on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other platforms. Check out our content at the following link: https://linktr.ee/newmissionct We would also love to hear your feedback. You can always email us at newmissionct@gmail.com. Stay Focused! #comm #communications #communicationsmgr #commmgt #storytelling #author #rainbowbaby #childrensbooks #AFSOCvet #AFSOC #navigator #MC130 #MC130P #selfdiscovery #milspouse #militarytransition #miltransition #careertransition #newcareer #pivot #careerpivot #Marines #USMC #Army #Navy #USN #Airforce #USAF #veteran #veterans #vetshelpingvets #podcast #milpodcast #USMC

📢 Want to know what you have that companies need? 📢 Answer: L.O.C.K.E.D. 😳 (OK...I'll explain below...) Our esteemed guest, James D. Murphy (or as many know him, 'Murph'), brings a wealth of experience as a USAF and ANG F-15 instructor pilot, Founder and Chairman of Afterburner Inc., Managing Partner of Afterburner Capital, and author of several books, including the insightful 'Down Range: A Transitioning Veteran's Career Guide to Life's Next Phase.' In this episode, Murph shares his profound insights on... ✅ After Action Reports in Business is Profitable ✅ Importance of Selling Skills ✅ Why You Need a Value Proposition ✅ LOCKED (Leadership, Organization, Communication, Knowledge, Experience, and Discipline) ...and much more. You can purchase "Down Range: A Transitioning Veteran's Career Guide to Life's Next Phase" by James D. Murphy and William M. Duke on Amazon at https://a.co/d/7W20bXa To learn more about Afterburner, Murph's veteran-led and operated consulting company, check out https://www.afterburner.com/ You can find Murph on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/flawlessexecution/ Like what you heard? You can follow our content on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other platforms. Check out our content at the following link: https://linktr.ee/newmissionct We would also love to hear your feedback. You can always email us at newmissionct@gmail.com. Stay Focused! #Afterburner #AfterburnerInc #DownRange #EBITA #VProp #LOCKED #softskills #hardskills #AAR #flawlessexecution #militarytransition #miltransition #careertransition #newcareer #pivot #careerpivot #Marines #Army #Navy #Airforce #ANG #veteran #veterans #vetshelpingvets #podcast #milpodcast #USMC

Looking for the SkillBridge alternative or supplement? 😬 Check out FourBlock! In our latest episode, Mike Abrams, Founder and President of FourBlock and Marine Corps Reserve officer, discusses his non-profit organization's programs for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. On this episode, Mike talks about… ✅ Creating Connections with Companies ✅ Online & In-Person Career Readiness Programs ✅ Active & Reserve Life ✅ Supporting Wounded Veterans & Spouses ✅ Framing Transition Priorities ...and much more. You can learn more about FourBlock by visiting www.fourblock.org Ask Mike questions by connecting with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeabrams1/ Want to ask us a question? You can reach us via email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. You can follow our content on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-mission-career-transition/id1671155430 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d0ghPVjkQ32S7OthRbY3M?si=2c600979e82f4a2e YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newmissionct Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmissionct/ Thanks for listening! Stay Focused. #FourBlock #TransitionProgram #CareerReadinessProgram #activetoreserve #reserveinnovation #innovationunit #USMCR #Marines #Soldiers #Sailors #Airmen #Navy #Army #AirForce #veterans #vets #vetshelpingvets #militaryfamilies #militarytransition #careertransition #transition #miltransition #newjob #jobsearch #careerchange

🧐 Who in the military community transitions multiple times? 🤔 Answer: Military Spouses! Our guest, Edith Lizalde, is a prior-enlisted Sailor and Marine Corps spouse who tells us about her experiences transitioning to new employment and environments after every PCS. Edith and her family are preparing for her husband’s Marine Corps retirement. During this episode, she tells us about… ✅ Family Considerations During Transition ✅ Childcare Hacks ✅ Networking for Mil Spouses ✅ R. Riveter: The Distributed Spouse Workplace ✅ Networking for Mil Spouses ...and much more. Big shout out to the following services that help our military spouses… R. Riveter, as seen on Shark Tank, sells high-quality handbags, totes, and other items made by military spouses working from their own homes. Check out https://www.rriveter.com/  Twelve Million Plus, “the digital home for the 12M+ military spouses (active & veteran) who…are the center and ground force for their families.” See https://www.twelvemillionplus.com/ MilSpouseFest, which provides a live and interactive event series, online resources, modern military spouse content, and a witty take on life. Check out https://milspousefest.com/ MilSpouseFest live events also feature Ashley Gutermuth: comedian, military spouse, and runner. Check out her hilarious content on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW040fVYk20RGE41lJ6IaMA Military Spouse Jobs, a nonprofit organization that provides no-cost career exploration, employment readiness, job placement, and ongoing career development services to military spouses, dependents of working age, and caregivers to wounded veterans. Check out https://militaryspousejobs.org Want to ask us a question? You can reach us via email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. You can follow our content on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-mission-career-transition/id1671155430 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d0ghPVjkQ32S7OthRbY3M?si=2c600979e82f4a2e YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newmissionct Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmissionct/  Thanks for listening! Stay Focused. #milspouse #militaryspouse #milspousejobs #milspousesupport #milspousefest #rriveter #rosieriveter #spousecareer #spouse #Marines #Soldiers #Sailors #Airmen #Navy #Army #AirForce #veterans #vets #vetshelpingvets #militaryfamilies #militarytransition #careertransition #transition #miltransition #newjob #jobsearch #careerchange

💥 💥 “Don’t let fear get in the way.” 💥💥 Our guest, Patrick Holcomb, made a big pivot after he retired from the Marine Corps. Patrick, a Mustang and logistics officer, focused on writing a novel in his first year out of the military. After finishing his final draft (there were quite a few 😳…oh…yeah…that’s normal 😅) of his novel, “Where the Seams Meet,” he landed a job as a program manager at the startup tech company Freedom Flight Works, Inc. In this episode, Patrick tells us about... ✅ Unlocking Your Creativity ✅ Discipline = Final Draft ✅ Hiring Our Heroes Fellowship ✅ Startup Life = Jack of Many Trades ...and much more. BUY IT! Patrick's book, "Where the Seams Meet," is a generational story about baseball and will be available on Amazon on March 29, 2024. You can purchase your copy at the following Amazon link: https://a.co/d/g6tgdDu You can find Patrick on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-s-holcomb-/ To learn more about Freedom Flight Works, Inc., check out their website at https://www.freedomflightworks.com/ Want to ask us a question? You can reach us via email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Thanks for listening! Stay Focused. #novel #novelwriting #author #writingcareer #pgm #programmgr #programmanagement #pm #tech #techstartup #startup #baseball #wheretheseamsmeet #freedomflight #freedomflightworks #parafoil #parafoilsolutions #innovation #Marines #Soldiers #Sailors #Airmen #Navy #Army #AirForce #veterans #vets #vetshelpingvets #militaryfamilies #militarytransition #careertransition #transition #miltransition #newjob #jobsearch #careerchange

💪 Leverage your military experience and knowledge for a tech development career. 📡 That's what our guest did after retiring from the Marine Corps. 👨🏻‍💻 Brady Petrillo, a combat engineer officer, retired from the Marine Corps in 2023 after his final tour with Special Operations Command Africa. He now works as a program manager for Corvid Technologies. This small business provides technology-based solutions to a diverse customer base ranging from the Missile Defense Agency to high-performance motorsports. In this episode, Brady tells us about... ✅ Resume Development & Submissions ✅ Go/No-go Criteria for Pulling Chalks ✅ Family Considerations for Transition ✅ The Bright Side of Transition ...and much more. To contact Brady and ask questions we missed, message him on his LinkedIn account at https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-petrillo/. You can learn more about Corvid Technologies by checking their website at https://www.corvidtec.com/. Interested in being our sponsor, advertising on our podcast, or want to provide us feedback? You can email us at newmissionct@gmail.com.

🤔 To work in corporate or a start-up…THAT is the question! 🤔 Our guest, Pat D'Amico, served as a military police officer in the U.S. Army. After his military career, he transitioned into pharmaceutical sales, recruiting, marketing, training program development, and product development before starting his own company, About-Face Development LLC. (About-Face! IYKYK) In this episode, Pat tells us about… ✅ Working for a Large Corporation ✅ The Startup Vibe ✅ Recruiting vs. Marketing ✅ New Bis Owner Mistakes ✅ Hiring from the Manager Perspective ✅ Killer Interview Tips …and much more. Want to get the leadership bible? I’m talking about “About Face: The Odyssey of an American Warrior” by Colonel David H. Hackworth. Click on the Amazon link https://amzn.to/3w4cSxS. You can connect with Pat D'Amico on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patjdamico/. For more information about Pat's company About-Face Development, visit his website at https://aboutfacedevelopment.com/. Interested in being a sponsor, advertising on our podcast, or just have general feedback for us? Send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. You can follow our content on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-mission-career-transition/id1671155430 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d0ghPVjkQ32S7OthRbY3M?si=2c600979e82f4a2e YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newmissionct Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmissionct/ #aboutface #jandj #johnsonandjohnson #hackworth #corporatelife #corporateworld #corporatejob #startup #startuplife #startupworld #aboutfacedev #aboutfacedevelopment #patdamico #damico #interviewtips #interviews #recuriting #marketing #leadership #leadershipdev #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipedu #leadershipeducation #sales #pharmaceutical #pharmaceuticalsales #restructuring #ownership #veteranbusiness #smallbusiness #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #Marines #Soldiers #Sailors #Airmen #Navy #Army #AirForce #veterans #vets #vetshelpingvets #militaryfamilies #militarytransition #careertransition #transition #newjob #jobsearch #careerchange

BAMCIS works in Business! 🤯 That’s “Troop Leading Procedures” for my Army sisters and brothers! 😉 (I’ve got you!)Our guest is Zachary Leyden, a prior Army infantry and reconnaissance leader who used what he learned in the military, combined it with his passion for horsemanship, and grew his business into something special in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is now the founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Ocean View Stables. This company goes beyond traditional equestrian care by delivering exceptional equestrian services through a wide range of hands-on experiences. Furthermore, Zachary’s company provides services free of charge to veterans and active-duty service members. In this episode, Zachary will tell you about…- Planning an Exfil from the Mil- Combining Skill with Passion- The Entrepreneur Lifecycle, What to Expect- Husband/Wife Teaming- EMDCOA Contingency…and much more. Oh…that’s “Enemy’s Most Dangerous Course of Action” (EMDCOA). It’s ok…nobody will know if you forgot. 🤫For more information about Zachary’s company, Ocean View Stables, visit https://www.oceanviewstables.com/. The Ocean View Stables’ IG account can be found at https://www.instagram.com/ocean_view_stables/. To get a hold of Zachary, you can email him at zachary@oceanviewstables.com.If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Thinking about applying your leadership and knowledge as an educator after your military career? Are you a parent of a child still in primary or secondary school? If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Our guest is Matthew Dreier, a retired Marine Corps Engineer Officer who co-founded the Pace Academy in North Chesterfield, Virginia. Pace Academy uses the Socratic method and a self-direct learning model to teach primary and secondary education. This is a fundamentally different education model than what we grew up with…an almost revolutionary education paradigm. Matt told us about…- The Veteran Edge: Systems Thinking- Harvard Graduate School of Education Programs- “Designing Your Life…”- Deep & Self-directed Learning Models- Building a Board & Network- Building a School from Scratch- The Pace Academy…and much more. You can purchase “Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-lived, Joyful Life” by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans by clicking on the Amazon link https://amzn.to/3QNQUG4. If you want to contact Matt and ask him questions about his transition or the Pace Academy, you can reach him on his LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-dreier/. If you want to learn more about the Pace Academy, you can view the academy’s webpage at https://pacerva.com/ or follow the academy on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/paceacademyrva/. Information about the Doctor of Education Leadership provided by Harvard Graduate School of Education can be found at https://www.gse.harvard.edu/. You can also finance your education like Matt did by applying for a position as a Harvard Teaching Fellow. More information can be found at https://www.gse.harvard.edu/admissions-and-aid/financial-aid/learn-about-aid/fellowships-grants/harvard-fellowship-teaching. NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Pine Stand Coffee Co: It's more than coffee... it's about providing refuge with a recognizable cup of goodness. Our guest is Nick Hagood, enlisted and officer Marine veteran, a former Marine spouse and "dependent," a most righteous dad, and the founder and co-owner of Pine Stand Coffee Company in Camp Lejeune, NC, and Cedar Point, NC. Nick is our hero. In this episode, we talk about...- A Rough Transition- The Psilocybin Mushroom Experience- Finding Peace- Starting a Company with Purpose- Helping Marines, Veterans, and FamiliesYou can learn more about Pine Stand Coffee Company on...- Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pinestandcoffeeco/   - Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pinestandcoffeeco- YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjLMjVsfXNvuK9SEiO78OHwYou can find Nick Hagood on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dependad/That's some military dad humor, by the way...get it? Dependad! NOTE: The opinions expressed in this and all episodes do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

There are over 4,000 franchises in the U.S., most of which don’t involve fast food. Some of them you can manage from your phone! If you are thinking about becoming a business owner but aren’t sure what kind of business, you should consider the significant upsides of becoming a franchisee.Our guest, Stephen Rotay, is a prior-enlisted Marine, business owner, and franchise consultant who helps veterans find the right franchise opportunity to meet their future goals and lifestyle needs. Steve tells us about…- Why Veterans Make Great Franchise Owners- Finding Business Partners- Startup Capital & Financing- How to Get Free $$$ for Starting Up…and much more. About that last bullet, please check out BET ON A VET 100 to learn how to receive FREE MONEY.  Steve is spearheading a challenge through the Franchise Consulting Company’s Veterans Council to donate $1,000,000 to 100 service members and veterans starting a franchise. More information is available at https://rotayenterprises.com/bet-on-a-vet-100-million-dollar-give-a-way-empowering-veterans-to-start-franchises/. This is a giveaway, not a loan with 33% interest from that shady place in Fayettenam, Jacksonville, etc.If you'd like to contact Steve and ask additional questions, you can find him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-rotay/. You can also check out his franchise consulting company, FCC Mid-Atlantic, at https://rotayenterprises.com/. If you would like to book an appointment with Steve or one of his associates, please call 717-299-9998. If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

"Who's Going to Carry the Boats, Son!" If yoga was good enough to heal David Goggins, it was good enough for me, and it may be good enough for you to maintain fitness and mobility following your transition. Our guest, Danielle Talley, owner of Sky's the Limit Yoga Co and The Caffeinated Yogi in Norfolk, VA tells us the details behind her businesses and experiences, including:- Helping Wounded Warriors- Yoga Health Benefits- Transitioning from Finance to Yoga- Scaling from Virtual to Brick-and-Mortar- Community-Based Events- Developing Partnerships- The Deal Behind "Merch" ...and so much more. If you or your kids want to try yoga, check out Sky's the Limit Yoga Co at https://skysthelimityogaco.com/. They have in-person and virtual class options. You can follow Sky's the Limit Yoga Co on Facebook and Instagram (@skysthelimityogaco). If you want strength, mobility, and nutrition coaching, check out The Caffeinated Yogi at https://thecaffeinatedyogi.com/, Facebook, and Instagram (@thecaffeinatedyogico). Danielle has her podcast called "Caffeinated Yogi Talks with Danielle Talley" on Apple, Spotify, and other major podcast apps. You can listen to her podcast on Apple by following the link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/caffeinated-yogi-talks/id1534042892. If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

What do we mean by “strategy first"?We mean to know yourself and what you want before applying the many tools available to help you with your career transition. Our guest, Amy Lee Miller, lays out more detail on how to get strategic about your transition, find confidence in your transition process, and achieve results. Amy Lee Miller is a highly accomplished career coach, hiring coach, hiring consultant, and author of “Ready, Set, Recruit: The Hiring Manager’s Guide to Recruiting with Confidence” and “Where’s My Mustard? How to Let Go, Attract and Achieve – A Quest for Self-Empowerment.” In this episode, Amy tells us about…- How to Overcome Fear- Focusing on a Problem & Why it Matters- Attaining Peak Performance- How to Unleash Your Creativity- What a “Good Fit” Looks Like- Action Steps for Success…and much more. You can subscribe to Amy’s YouTube channel or social media profiles for straight-to-the-point career advice or connect with her via email:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyLeeMillerCoachingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyleemillercoaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-lee-miller-41520736/ Website: https://amyleemiller.com/Email: amy@amyleemiller.com You can purchase Amy Lee Miller's books by clicking on the links below:“Where’s My Mustard? How to Let Go, Attract and Achieve – A Quest for Self-Empowerment” https://amzn.to/3PPwIEj (Amazon)“Ready, Set, Recruit: The Hiring Manager’s Guide to Recruiting with Confidence”https://amzn.to/3PNYa5x (Amazon)If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Imagine you get to pick an assignment that plays to all your training, education, experience, and strengths. When you deliver a quality product or service, you are rewarded…with a financial incentive.That’s what happened to Sheridan Conklin after he transitioned from the military. Sheridan served briefly in the U.S. Air Force and spent most of his military career as a combat engineer officer in the Marine Corps. After retiring from the Marine Corps, he worked as a contractor supporting military and non-military clients. In this episode, Sheridan tells us about…- How Good Karma Supports Networking Later- Financial Considerations as a Contractor- Employment Contract Details- Business Process Improvement Tasks- Purpose in Supporting the Local Community- Developing Your Exit Plan…and much more. If you want to ask Sheridan specific questions we didn’t cover, you can connect with him on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheridan-conklin-7497277a/).If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Can you spot a toxic work environment?Aleha Ingle can, and she teaches us how to find out if the company we’re applying to has a healthy work culture before we accept an offer. Aleha retired from the U.S. Air Force, pursued a doctoral degree at Nebraska Methodist College, and started her consulting company, Work Culture Works. She is passionate about creating healthy, safe, and productive work environments. As “The Boss Whisperer,” she helps business owners and executives assess their organization's dynamics and human resource policies and helps them implement tailored culture change initiatives that enhance the positivity, inclusiveness, and effectiveness of their work environment. In this episode, she discusses…- Starting a Consulting Business- Finding Purpose After Trauma- Questions to Ask Prospective Employers- The Graduate Assistantship ($$$)- The ROI of Leadership Training- Finding Clients…and much more. Aleha gave a special shout-out to the organizations that helped her transition: Veterati and American Corporate Partner’s mentorship programs and Still Serving Veterans’ resume development services. If you want to ask Aleha Ingle specific questions we didn’t cover, or hire her as your consultant, can connect with her on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alehaingle/).If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Have you considered the jobs behind a glass of water?In this episode, our guest Freddy Armijo deeply delves into career opportunities in “Water Works.” Freddy is a retired Marine; holds a doctorate in business administration; serves as the Chair of the Veteran Engagement and Transition Committee, American Water Works Association (CA-NV Section); and is currently employed as a project manager and physical security officer for the City of Riverside Public Utilities Water Division.  He tells us about…- Water Jobs: Technicians to HR Needed- Project Management Tasks- Physical Security in Utilities- Vulnerability Assessments- COOL Funding for Certs- Transition Prep: Earlier is Better- Don’t Hesitate…Apply and Sell Yourself!…and much more. If you are in the military and serve as a personnel administration/HR specialist, welder, utility technician, electronics repair technician, project manager (that’s most of you!), AT/FP officer, military police, physical security officer, safety specialist, financial specialist…you may be a great fit. Unless you move to the moon or hop a Space-X shuttle to Mars after your military career, you will find a spigot or tap connected to public water works employment opportunities. For more information about water works employment opportunities in your local area, check out the American Water Works Association (www.awwa.org) or your local/city/county government web pages. If you want to ask Freddy Armijo specific questions we didn’t cover, you can connect with him on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-armijo/).For more information about the Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) program for your branch of service, check ou the DOD website https://cool.osd.mil/. If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Want a future career with purpose? How about working for a non-profit organization supporting wildlife conservation, access to outdoor therapy, or veterans?Trevor Hubbs, a prior Army Airborne Infantry Soldier, discusses his work with the Armed Forces Initiative (AFI) of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA). AFI introduces active duty service members and veterans to public lands and waters by providing outdoor adjunct therapy to enhance mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being while providing them with a new mission as conservationists. Also joining this episode is Garrett Robinson, a retiring Marine and Skillbridge Intern with AFI. He tells us about his current transition experience and the valuable skills and knowledge he obtains from his internship. During this episode, we discuss…- Outdoor Adjunct Therapy- Working in a Non-Profit Org- The Applicability of Military Skills- Developing Hunting & Angling Skills- Skillbridge Opportunities with AFI- The Military-Conservation Connection…and much more. To ask Trevor about AFI, Skillbridge internship opportunities, and where to find an AFI chapter, you can email him at hubbs@backcountryhunters.org. You can also contact Trevor and Garrett via their LinkedIn profiles: -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-j-hubbs-98a87b87/- https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettdrobinson/Information about AFI can be found at https://www.backcountryhunters.org/armed_forces.You can follow AFI on their social media sites:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bha_afi/- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bhaarmedforcesinitiativeIf you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

Do you know what's better than an excellent informational interview? A dedicated mentor in your future career field!Eric Brew, a prior Marine and retired Army Infantryman served as the Military Outreach Manager for American Corporate Partners (ACP). ACP (www.acp-usa.org) is a non-profit organization that connects transitioning service members, military spouses, and veterans with volunteer mentors in the transitioner's future career field. It's like having an informational interview on steroids! In this episode, Eric tells us about...- Your Military Identity After Transition- Being Proud, Not Dependent- How to Get a Mentor- ACP Do's & Don'ts- Benefits of Making Yourself VulnerableEric is also the Co-Host of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, which provides veterans, transitioning military members, and spouses a lifeline by sharing information and resources about veteran support organizations. You can find his podcast on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@vets.o.s.podcast/featured) and Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vet-s-o-s/id1673146703). Shortly after our recording, Eric departed ACP to pursue another passion. He is now the State Director for Warriors Set Free in Columbus, GA. This incredible organization provides religious ministry services to Veterans by Veterans to combat suicide, homelessness, drug and alcohol dependency, and divorce. You can find more information at https://warriorssetfree.org/.If you are in crisis - emotionally overwhelmed, depressed, or thinking about hurting yourself - PLEASE call 998 or visit https://988lifeline.org/ to talk to someone. If you are looking for counseling and can't find resources on a military installation, don't hesitate to contact Military OneSource  at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ or call 1-800-342-9647. They provide free credentialed counseling to service members.If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

James Geri, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and prior US Navy Corpsman (aka, “Doc”) tells us…-  How to Become a Therapist-  Being Patient with Ourselves-  Mental Approach VA Disability-  The Importance of Small Wins…and much more. James served as a US Navy Corpsman, later specialized in neuropsychiatry, and now has his own practice. We’re very proud of what he has accomplished. If you want to contact James, you can reach him via email at james@bluejaytherapy.com. His new office is located at 5149 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129. You can learn more about the services James provides at his website https://www.therapyjg.com/. Note: This website has older contact information, so please use the email address above until his new website is up and running.  If you are in a crisis or thinking about hurting yourself, PLEASE call “988” for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. There is always something to live for…but sometimes we need help seeing it. If you are on active duty, stationed in an area far from a military medical facility, and need to talk to someone, please call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 for free counseling. More information is available at https://www.militaryonesource.mil.  If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.

You've probably thought about going on an adventure...or at least a great vacation after transitioning from the military. Our next guest describes how he did that: Sailing across the globe for a year with his family. Kris Faught, a retired Marine Aviator now a Chief Product Officer for Sapient One tells us about...How to Save $$ EasilyGetting the Family On-boardWhen it's Time to Get OutBoat YogaThe Tech Product Officer Gig...and other significant life lessons from his adventures. If you liked this episode, please consider providing a 5-star review, positive comment...or whatever you think we deserve. We would also love to hear your feedback. You can reach us on Instagram @newmissionct, or you can send us an email at newmissionct@gmail.com. We'll respond as soon as we can. Thank you for listening!NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent the policies or opinions of the Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, or United States Marine Corps. The opinions are solely those of the host, co-host, and/or guest.