Mentors for Military Podcast

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EP-99 | 82nd ABN DIV | Airborne Leadership Jul 12, 2017

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In this episode, LTC Joe Buccino, Public Affairs Officer for the 82nd Airborne Division, America's Guard of Honor, and host of the All American Legacy Podcast for the 82nd ABN DIV, joined Mike Pritts and Robert Gowin to discuss the differences between leadership in airborne units versus the conventional Army. Follow the All American Legacy Podcast at iTunes at http://bit.ly/2tfECJE The Mentors for Military Podcast is sponsored by Skeleton Optics. Skeleton Optics is a veteran owned company that sells sunglasses that are hand-crafted Italian frames with Carl Zeiss lens. Visit SkeletonOptics.com and use the code Mentors4mil. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-98 | Beating the Law of Averages - Going from Good to Great Jun 28, 2017

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In his book The Little Things: Why You Really Should Sweat the Small Stuff, Andy Andrews wrote how he believes the reason most people can't achieve extraordinary results is because "everybody wants to make a difference, but nobody is willing to be different." In this episode Jason Dickinson joins Robert and the two discuss how you can achieve extraordinary results (or success) by evaluating how successful people do it. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-97 | Battlefield Stories on How To Make the Best Decisions Jun 18, 2017

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In this episode KC Finnegan (US Army Special Forces) and Jason Dickinson (US Army Special Forces) join Robert and they discuss the importance of having sufficient data to make informed decisions. Jason and KC share battlefield stories to relay the importance of receiving good information and how to use that as a leader, while Robert talks about how the same is true in the private sector. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-96 | KC Finnegan | US Army Special Forces | Emotional Intelligence Leadership Jun 11, 2017

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KC Finnegan is a US Army Special Forces officer. He is a graduate of the US Military Academy at West Point and was initially a mechanized infantry officer before attending Special Forces selection. In this episode, we talk about how without emotional intelligence, a person can have the best training in the world, an incisive, analytical mind, and an endless supply of smart ideas, but won't make a great leader. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-95 | New Leader In A Seasoned Unit | Guest Host Jason Dickinson Jun 04, 2017

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Jason Dickinson and Robert talk about arriving into a seasoned unit as a new leader. The things to think about so that you build team cohesion and effective teams. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-94 | Resilience & Ranger School | Facing Failure May 21, 2017

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"It seems like everyone is stating the importance of being resilient, especially in the business world. The trouble is, not many people talk about how to build resiliency." Jason Dickinson recently separated from the US Army as a Major in the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne). In this episode we talk with Jason about his many failed attempts (beginning with recycling 2nd grade!) throughout his life and career and how that has helped him be a better person and a better leader. We hope to welcome Jason back many times as a guest host. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-93 | Being A Young Leader | Learning Through Mistakes May 17, 2017

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At some point in your career you may become a leader. You may already be a young leader and are currently struggling through it. It's not easy being a leader and, trust us, you'll make plenty of mistakes along the way! But, that's all part of being a leader. You have to be willing to humble yourself and remain teachable, because leadership is a process and you should never stop learning how to be a better leader. In this episode we talk about being a young leader and some of the things you should consider as you begin this new journey. As John C. Maxwell wrote: "Leadership develops daily, not in a day." Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-92 | John Fenzel | US Army Special Forces | Author | Leadership in the military May 08, 2017

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John Fenzel is a retired senior Army Special Forces officer who has served on battlefields throughout world. He has served on the personal staff of the Secretary of Defense, as a Special Assistant to the Vice President, as a strategic planner for the Chief of Staff of the Army, and as a White House Fellow during the Clinton and Bush administrations. He commanded a Special Forces Battalion at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and an Army brigade at Fort Knox, Kentucky. In the wake of the 9-11 attacks, he served as Staff Director for Tom Ridge in the Homeland Security Council. He was the principal architect of The Homeland Security Advisory System, our nation’s first public warning system for terrorist threats. He is the author of the critically acclaimed thriller, The Lazarus Covenant. Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-91 | Nick Hamm | USMC First Sergeant | Warrior Built Foundation | Helping Combat Veterans May 01, 2017

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Combat veterans now have a place to go to reconnect with like minds and to assist them with the transition back to the private sector. Nick Hamm created the Warrior Built Foundation to honor the service and sacrifice of combat veterans and wounded service members who served our country by providing vocational and recreational opportunities. Vocational and recreational opportunities break through walls and foster an environment of healing, where great memories are born and new support systems are formed. Nick retired as a 1st Sgt in the USMC in 2015. He describes the challenges of leading a wounded warrior unit prior to his separation and how that along with the loss of his fiance started his passion for helping fellow veterans. Learn more about the Warrior Built Foundation at warriorbuilt.org Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

EP-90 | Margaret Smith | Army Officer | Running For Her Life Apr 24, 2017

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Imagine finding that you are genetically predisposed for the genetic mutation BRCA2. According to the National Cancer Institute, BRCA2 (Breast Cancer 2, Early Onset) is "a gene on chromosome 13 that normally helps to suppress cell growth. These proteins help repair damaged DNA and, therefore, play a role in ensuring the stability of the cell's genetic material. When either of these genes is mutated, or altered, such that its protein product either is not made or does not function correctly, DNA damage may not be repaired properly. As a result, cells are more likely to develop additional genetic alterations that can lead to cancer." When Maggie discovered she carried the BRCA2 gene, she took immediate action and began the run for her life. Hear how she reacted when faced with this life-threatening medical issue and how her husband helped her recover and find her new passion. She was quoted in the Army Times as saying "I want women to get tested…I want them to know there are others out there experiencing the same thing, others who have been through it," Smith said. "Men are carriers too -- get tested." Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: http://apple.co/1WaEvbB SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com

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