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What Sucks About Transition Programs? We asked veterans...
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What actually sucks about veteran transition?
In this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, Scott and Joe dig into an honest conversation about feedback from veterans navigating the transition...
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The Real Enemy in Transition Isnât the Job MarketâItâs Fear
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Fear is a normal part of transition â but if it goes unnamed, it will quietly shape your decisions.
In this episode, Scott and Joe unpack the hidden role fear plays in military transition. From...
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Serious Play for a Serious Transition: How Creativity Can Guide Your Next Mission With Van Lai-DuMone
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In this episode, hosts Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara sit down with Van Lai-DuMone, a team and leadership development expert who uses LEGO Serious Play and creative problem-solving tools to guide...
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The Heroâs Journey After Service With Alex Gendzier and Rob Sarver
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âThe Heroâs Journey After Service: Reframing Transition for Veteransâ
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In this powerful episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with Rob Sarver, a former...
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Getting Yourself Unstuck in Transition
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In this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with Joe Lara to talk about a challenge nearly every veteran faces during transitionâfeeling stuck. Whether itâs...
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Let Your Past Be a Teacher, Not Your Identity
đ Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with returning guest Joe Lara for a meaningful conversation about the role of self-reflection during life transitions....
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Discernment over Default: How to Avoid Settling in Your Civilian Career
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In this thoughtful conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara dive into one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of military transitionâdiscernment. Instead of rushing into a job, city, or...
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Your Point of View About Work Shapes Everything
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In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara dive into the evolving nature of work philosophy, emphasizing the importance of personal reflection and the influence of one's surroundings on their...
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âWhat Kind of Life Do You Want?â
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In this conversation, Joe Lara reflects on his life journey from being an 18-year-old seeking change to becoming a 51-year-old who has undergone significant transformation. The discussion explores themes of...
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Redefining Success in Veteran Transition
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In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara explore the complexities of measuring impact in veteran transition programs. They discuss the importance of defining success beyond just job placement,...
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The Transition Trap: Are You Chasing Approval or Purpose?
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In this conversation, Joe Lara and Scott Schimmel explore the complexities of commitment, the impact of college choices, and the influence of mimetic theory on personal and career decisions. They discuss the...
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Are Veterans AI-Proof in the Job Market?
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This conversation explores the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian jobs, the evolving nature of work in the age of AI, and the importance of heart and wisdom in leadership. It delves into...
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