The Soldier for Life Podcast

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S8E11 Hiring Our Heroes Jun 13, 2021

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Your transition from the military is just around the corner, and you find yourself asking, what do I do next? For many, the chance to find employment after service can be daunting. But leveraging the DoD's Skillbridge Program is a great way to flatten that anxiety. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak to Eric Eversole and Meredith Lozar at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring our Heroes program. Understanding your resources and the opportunities available to you and your military spouse can go a long way in preparing your jump from service.

S8E10 Spiritual Health for Today's Warfighter Jun 06, 2021

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We know that physical, mental health is important, but what about spiritual health? Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak to Chaplain COL Steve Prost and Chaplain LTC Paul Fritts on the importance of spiritual fitness and the ties it has to spiritual readiness.

S8E9 Mission Hire Me May 30, 2021

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Are you looking for a job? Are you a transitioning service member? Are you a military spouse looking for employment? If you answered yes to any of these, this podcast is for you! Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak to CEO and Founder of Mission Hire Me, Mr. Bill Barnett on how creating a video profile can enhance your hiring chance.

Mission Hire Me, serve transitioning veteran and military spouse job seekers by helping them to create visually engaging and professionally edited video profiles for use in job applications and on social media.

S8E8 How to Navigate USAJOBS May 23, 2021

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Transitions are part of life. If you are a service member or a military spouse looking for the next chapter in your career, be sure to listen to this week's episode. Finding a job can be stressful, understanding how to navigate the hiring platform can be time-consuming. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak with Michelle Early the USAJOBs program manager. Find out how to create a profile, navigate the platform and find success in securing employment!

S8E7 Investing 101 May 16, 2021

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Stocks, Bonds, 401K... do any of these terms leave you anxious? Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak with Army Veteran David Fulton, a Financial Planner, on what you need to know about investing. Investing is for everyone! Knowledge is power, and understanding the importance of investing can pay huge dividends in the end.

S8E6 Army Hiring Days May 09, 2021

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Once a Soldier, Always a Soldier...a Soldier for Life! What does that motto mean, and what can you do as an Army ambassador. Our military is an all-volunteer force, and to keep it that way, we need to inspire the next generation to serve. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak to the Command Sergeant Major of the US Army Recruiting Command, CSM John Foley, about the latest campaign, "Army Hiring Days." Your service may have ended, but your mission hasn't; share your Army Story and support our Army Recruiters fill our Army with the very best!

S8E5 Call of Duty Transition Resources with Special Forces May 02, 2021

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Is Call of Duty real? Are Army Special Forces and Rangers the types of heroes that don't flinch in the face of danger? Are these heroes like those depicted in the movies? Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak to Army Rangers LTC Dan Ferriter, and MSG Yuma Barnett along with Special Forces SGM Matt Parrish about the Real Life "Call of Duty," and the transitioning resources available to these elite operators.

S8E4 Insurance 101 with AAFMAA Apr 25, 2021

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American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association. Wait, that's a mouthful! What does AAFMAA do for our military community? Find out in this episode as LTC Olivia Nunn speaks with Jeremy Karr, Army Veteran, and the Membership Coordinator at AAFMA. Listen about the importance of having insurance before, during, and after your time in service, and what options are available outside of the standard SGLI afforded our service members. If you ever wanted to know the basics of Insurance 101, this is the episode you can't miss!

S8E3 Paralyzed Veterans of America Veterans Career Program Apr 18, 2021

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PVA was founded by a band of service members who came home from WWII with spinal cord injuries. These wounded heroes made a decision not just to live, but to live with dignity as contributors to society. They created Paralyzed Veterans of America, an organization dedicated to serving veterans—and to medical research, advocacy, and civil rights for all people with disabilities. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak with Lauren Lobrano the Director of the Veterans Career Program about the opportunities available to our military veterans.

S8E2 Blue Star Families Apr 11, 2021

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Blue Star Families was founded by military spouses in 2009 to empower these families to thrive as they serve. We're committed to strengthening military families by connecting them with their neighbors – individuals and organizations – to create vibrant communities of mutual support. We believe we're all stronger when we take care of one another. Listen to LTC Olivia Nunn speak with founder and CEO Ms. Kathy Roth-Douquet about the program, the work they do, and why it's important to advocate for military families.

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