Summary
In this episode, we're honored to welcome Herb Thompson, a former Army Drill Sergeant and Green Beret, Author, Father, Husband, and Veteran Advocate.
Join us as we discuss Herb's transition from military to civilian life and his book, 'The Transition Mission.' Herb highlights many of the challenges veterans face, and provides a ton of insights on how to successfully navigate the transition process.
He also shares wisdom on finding alignment between personal values and career choices, leveraging LinkedIn for meaningful connections, and the importance of articulating military skills in job interviews and prioritizing life goals for a fulfilling transition.
This one is an absolute can't miss!
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:00 Herb's Transition and Inspiration for Writing the Book
03:25 Challenges in Military Transition
06:25 The Military Mindset vs. the Corporate World
08:51 Transition Truths
10:14 Informational Interviews and the Process of Transition
13:39 Key Takeaways and Self-Discovery
18:06 The Importance of Being Open to Change
19:23 Setting and Achieving Goals
25:16 Overcoming Adversity and Choosing Your Path
26:26 The Evolution of Herb's LinkedIn Journey
27:32 Balancing Work, Relationships, and Personal Growth
35:17 Upcoming Book and Sharing Personal Stories
37:23 Impact and Opening Up on LinkedIn
37:50 Involvement with Fire Department Coffee
37:51 Getting Involved with Fire Department Coffee
39:06 Special Projects with Fire Department Coffee
39:57 No Calendar with Herb Thompson
41:13 Translating Military Skills to the Civilian World
43:46 Articulating Military Skills in Job Interviews
45:17 Going Beyond the Superficial in Job Skills
46:29 Identifying Company Problems and Solutions
47:46 Determining Life Priorities
49:06 Reframing the Question of What to Do in Life
50:42 Finding Fulfillment and Purpose in Work
54:31 Choosing the Right Company for Veterans
56:22 Finding Fulfillment in Smaller Companies
58:08 Setting Life Priorities and Goals
01:00:25 Speaking Engagements and Tailoring Messages
01:02:39 Contact Information and Multiple Revenue Streams
