Mathius, an Army veteran, recounts his deployment in Iraq, highlighting the significance of camaraderie. He discusses his transition to civilian life, his career in finance, and his efforts to assist homeless veterans. Mathius candidly shares his mental health challenges, including panic attacks, underscoring the support he received from the Road Home Program. Additionally, he mentions using children's book writing as a therapeutic outlet. #veterans #amplifyingveterans #Army #subscribe

Show notes

0:03 - Podcast intro.

0:37 - Guest: Mathius Carter, Army vet.

5:36 - Night on a mountain, false alarm.

7:10 - Importance of relying on fellow soldiers.

8:11 - Thanksgiving food triggers and struggles.

9:00 - Transition to civilian life.

13:24 - Career in finance, returning to school.

16:01 - Helping homeless veterans.

19:59 - Connection with Road Home Program.

21:18 - Impactful panic attack.

27:11 - Speaker's background and challenges

31:12 - Writing children's books for personal therapy

42:07 - Discussion on mental health perceptions globally.

43:04 - Personal story shared from a parenting book.

44:00 - Brief mention of intrusive thoughts.

46:56 - Conversation about hypervigilance and negative self-talk.

48:00 - Experiences with therapy and group therapy.

51:29 - Personal story of experiencing a heart attack.

56:06 - Reflection on self-care and living for oneself.

1:02:56 - Mention of the book "Instead of Sheep".

1:07:17 - Conclusion and support resources reminder.

You can find Mathius' book "Instead of Sheep" on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Instead-Sheep-Soldiers-Explaining-PTSD/dp/B0BM3P3V9H

Get in touch with Mathius via https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathiuscarter/

Caroline Wilkerson, a healthcare professional, highlights PatientPoint's partnership with the VA, offering customizable screens in over 40,000 locations. She shares personal goals, including financial freedom and a simpler life, and expresses her love for horses. Caroline discusses the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in holistic healthcare. She advises her younger self to stay open to opportunities. The conversation concludes with a teaser about Nick's upcoming podcast project. #veterans #navy #subscribe

0:03 - Intro

0:37 - Dr. Caroline Wilkerson, Navy vet, shares career transition.

2:59 - Language training in Chinese and Russian.

5:03 - Challenges of post-Navy language skills.

7:04 - Caroline's decision to leave the Navy.

11:45 - Transition to civilian life, cultural shifts in Chinese medicine.

18:48 - Caroline's shift to Chinese medicine post-Navy.

22:36 - Reflection on post-graduation experiences in Chinese medicine.

24:08 - Chicago move, focusing on Chinese medicine business.

25:00 - Overview of David's Chinese medicine education.

26:09 - Transition to Jesse Brown VA Medical Center.

31:20 - Transition to PatientPoint for better work-life balance.

32:55 - Impact of holistic patient education on treatment compliance.

34:08 - Balancing work and personal life at PatientPoint.

41:14 - PatientPoint's VA partnership, offering customizable screens.

45:13 - Caroline's goals

51:27 - Caroline's advice to her younger self: Stay open to opportunities.

55:34 - Teaser about Nick's upcoming podcast project.

56:13 - Outro

Reach out to Dr. Wilkerson via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-wilkerson-lac/

Reach out to Nick Eppler via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickeppler/

Jason Colle shares insights from his military logistics background, emphasizing the importance of networking and adapting to challenges in the civilian job market. He reflects on career transitions, the rewards of consulting, and the significance of balancing work with personal goals. Jason encourages veterans to leverage their community for support, advocates for continuous learning, and stresses the value of setting daily goals. He also shares personal experiences from traveling and underscores the importance of prioritizing health. #Veterans #Military #subscribe

Timestamps:

0:36 - Introduction of Jason Colle, an Army veteran.

2:10 - Reasons for joining the military.

5:42 - Experiences in the 82nd Airborne.

11:02 - Transition from military to civilian life.

14:03 - Leadership experience in the hotel industry.

19:03 - Opening a W Hotel in Doha, Qatar, and dealing with communication challenges.

25:03 - Transition to the logistics field

31:27 - Importance of business mindset in logistics

32:18 - Embracing failure and learning in business

33:14 - Transitioning to consulting and navigating the job market

34:57 - The value of networking for career growth

35:39 - Networking advice for veterans

38:01 - Reflecting on life and balancing work and personal goals

43:26 - Staying motivated

45:50 - Advice to a younger self

47:16 - Closing thoughts and appreciation for the veteran community

Reach out to Nick via Nick@AmplifyVeterans.org and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickeppler/

Reach out to Jason via https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncolle/

Kevin Bright shares his journey from the military to a successful career in sales engineering. He discusses the importance of embracing failure, designing your career path, and the impact of networking for veterans.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

1:20 - Military background and college course about nuclear weapons

4:35 - Transitioning from the military to civilian life

9:12 - Lessons learned from early job experiences

13:45 - Shifting from manufacturing to leadership roles

18:15 - Reflecting on career goals and embracing discomfort

22:10 - Learning from job failure and exploring engineering

26:06 - Entry into sales engineering

28:46 - Navigating the challenges of sales engineering

31:10 - Impact of networking and seeking advice

34:53 - Career advice

37:12 - Conclusion

Veterans Crisis Line: If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 (option 1) or visit VeteransCrisisLine.net

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Reach out to Nick via: nick@amplifyveterans.org

or on LinkedIn via https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickeppler/

Find Kevin on LinkedIn via https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-bright-a00a56151/

Sammy Prato, a Marine Corps veteran turned entrepreneur, shares insights into his journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship in home inspections. He discusses the advantages of being a realtor and home inspector, business growth, and pursuing additional licenses. Sammy emphasizes the importance of learning from failures and offers advice to his younger self.

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0:03 Intro

0:37 Guest intro: Sammy Prato, Marine Corps vet

1:05 Marine Corps background

3:27 Boot camp and School of Infantry

9:53 Decision to leave the Marine Corps

13:55 Transition and GI Bill

18:06 VA and proactive transition

19:05 Journey to becoming a firefighter

22:05 Police officer roles

23:59 Introduction to home inspection business

25:20 Passion for home inspection

26:03 Becoming a home inspector

27:23 Challenging inspection experience

29:21: Discussing benefits of being both a realtor and a home inspector

31:10: Sammy's focus on business growth

35:10: Upcoming public adjuster license

36:13: Reflecting on the value of learning from failures

37:23: Advice to younger self in the Marine Corps

40:51: Outro

Reach out to Sammy via AtEaseInspectionsLLC@gmail.com

Reach out to Nick via nick@amplifyveterans.org

Former Chief Master Sergeant Jacqueline Davenport (Air Force), shares her unconventional military journey, emphasizing the importance of family and adaptability during the transition to civilian life. She encourages veterans to embrace diverse career opportunities, dispels job title misconceptions, and advocates for continuous learning. Jackie's insights provide valuable guidance for veterans navigating post-military careers with resilience and flexibility.

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Timestamps:

0:03 - Podcast intro

0:37 - Meet Jackie Davenport

1:09 - Military to civilian transition

2:05 - Jackie's military journey

4:55 - Post-retirement sales job

8:04 - Working with strong women in the military

15:11 - Lessons from women leaders

17:47 - Jackie's Capitol Hill internship

22:11 - Challenges in military-to-civilian transition

26:51 - Unique challenges for women veterans

37:36 - First job in the Civilian Sector

44:50 - Current Role and Future Goals

51:35 - Reflecting on Career Choices

53:15 - Outro

Today's podcast highlights Matt Wood's transition from Army infantry to entrepreneur, focusing on resilience post-layoffs, balancing passion and practicality, and continual learning. Insights on decision-making, shaped by experiences at Disney, are discussed, along with his foray into the fitness industry, offering a succinct view of entrepreneurship challenges and rewards.

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0:03 - Podcast intro.

0:35 - Interview with Matt Wood.

1:07 - Matt's military career highlights.

11:00 - Deployment to Afghanistan.

15:23 - Transition to Finland.

20:06 - Experiences in Finland.

23:35 - Challenges of military transition.

26:31 - Matt's first civilian job.

28:05 - Mental aspects of transition.

30:33 Impact of Sense of Purpose

37:15 Layoff Experience from Disney

41:55 Asking the Right Questions

43:00 Matt's Consulting Services

48:25 Future Plans

52:30 Matt's Gym Franchise Venture

54:00 Advice to Past Self

57:30 Outro

You can reach Matt via LinkedIn and learn more about his business at https://www.suitinggreen.com/