Mentors for Military Podcast

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EP-18 Kat Kaelin, former CST-2 Soldier Mar 14, 2016

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Robert Gowin, Mike Pritts, and Susan Daood talk with Kat Kaelin about transition, veteran homelessness, and the challenges following separation. Kat is a former SSG (E6) in the Army who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. She was a member of the Army's CST-2 (cultural support team) attached to the 75th Rangers. She is a contestant for Miss Veteran America 2016 with a platform of ending women veterans homelessness.

EP-17 In the Strategy Room - Coach vs. Mentor Mar 10, 2016

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The team tackles the differences between a coach and a mentor in this episode of "In the Strategy Room". They provide examples of each, share their own personal experiences, help you know when to consider seeking a mentor or a coach, and how to find either when the time arrives.

EP-16 Planning and Contingencies | Ron Schwery Guest Mar 07, 2016

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During this podcast Robert Gowin, Scott Kinder, Mike Pritts, Susan Daood, and Ron Schwery discussed the importance of having a solid plan that includes contingencies before making a career change. Ron described his time as a Special Forces Medic and how he became an entrepreneur immediately after separation. He shared his story of the challenges he and his wife faced owning their own business during a economic downturn. The team describes the steps you can take to create and execute a successful plan.

EP-15 In the Strategy Room - Pride & Prejudice Mar 03, 2016

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Robert Gowin, Scott Kinder, Mike Pritts, and Susan Daood discuss "Pride & Prejudice" as a topic "In the Strategy Room" show. There is a feeling of satisfaction and pride from military accomplishments, but at times the prejudices or preconceived opinions from the private sector are real and difficult to overcome.

EP-14 Lost In Translation - Guest host, Susan Daood Feb 29, 2016

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Susan Daood joined Robert Gowin and Scott Kinder on the Mentors for Military podcast and they discussed the challenges of translating military experience within the private sector and how at times things get lost in translation. They provided tips on how to present military experience so that it demonstrates the value to the private sector industry or job.

EP-13 In the Strategy Room - Marketing Your Skills | Rob Clapper | Your Grateful Nation Feb 25, 2016

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Rob Clapper from Your Grateful Nation (YourGratefulNation.org) joined Robert Gowin, Rudy Lindsey, Scott Kinder, and Mike Pritts "In the Strategy Room" show that discusses the topic of "Marketing Your Skills" and the programs of Your Grateful Nation.

EP-12 Problem Solving Feb 22, 2016

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Robert Gowin, Rudy Lindsey, Scott Kinder and Mike Pritts talk about the topic of "problem solving" which applies to aspects of transition from the military as well as tackling problems or challenges in the private sector. It could be accomplished through Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act or through the 6-Sigma approach of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control). Stay calm, create a solid plan, know the risks, mitigate them as much as possible, and execute your plan!

EP-11 In the Strategy Room - Selection Feb 18, 2016

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Robert Gowin, Scott Kinder and Mike Pritts talk "In the Strategy Room" about the three planning considerations for your transition from the military or when thinking about your next position if you are a veteran. It's important that you ensure you select the right culture, company, position, location, and assess your capabilities. The three R's: Right Partner; Right Location; Right Capability.

EP-10 Adaptability Feb 16, 2016

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Robert Gowin, Mike Pritts, Scott Kinder, and Mark McCowan discuss the topic of adaptability/change. The ability to evolve and change or be adaptable is important in the military and in the private business sector.

EP-09 In the Strategy Room - Don't Leave Your Success to Others - Mike Pritts Guest | Special Forces Feb 11, 2016

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Mike Pritts, Robert Gowin, and Scott Kinder tackle the topic of not leaving your success to others in this episode of “In the Strategy Room.” The show is centered around the article Mike wrote “The Army’s Transition Program is Not For You” about his own transition experience after 30 years of service in the US Army Special Forces (Green Beret).

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