EP 5: From Combat to Corporate: Success Stories of Military Veterans

Military to Civilian Career Transition Power Hour

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EP 5: Compass to Corporate featuring guests, Jai Salters, Lori Norris, Joshua Burch and Samantha Gassman
Episode 5 explores the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from military to civilian careers. Today, we're excited to bring you a special episode titled, "Compass to Corporate," featuring four inspiring guests, including one expert.
Our goal is to lift the voices of 100 transitioning military. Thanks for joining us.

"Soup"

Our first guest is Jai Salters, an active-duty Navy officer and the founder of ACT NOW Education. While not in the "Soup" of applying for jobs, Jai is still going through the thick of it, balancing his military service with the exploding success of his nonprofit, with his passion for helping others through education and career development. He'll why he does it, how he does it, and his vision of putting 1000 service members in tech jobs well ahead of his own transition in 2027.

"Expert"

Each segment hosts an expert, and we are pleased to bring you Lori Norris, the host of the insightful "Lessons Learned from Vets" podcast. With nearly two decades of experience, Lori is well-known in the military-to-civilian transition space. Lori focuses on several topics, specific to those planning ahead, including the importance of focusing on skillsets and being tactical and strategic in your resume, and job applications.

"1+ Year Vet"

Joshua Burch, a veteran in his first year post-military made the leap from an overseas military position to the U.S. civilian workforce. He'll share his personal experience of translating military skills into civilian job markets and adjusting to new financial realities outside of the military structure. His insights will highlight the challenges and opportunities that come

If you or someone you know would like to be a guest on the Military to Civilian Career Transition Power Hour, let us know. Go to www.xchangepodcast.com and click connect. A producer will read your request and get back to you. Thanks for your support!

Learn more about host, Cheryl Cross and her book, "CIVILIAN MISSION: The 3-Year Guide for Military Professionals Planning Civilian Careers" available for order online.

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1. Military to Civilian Career Transition (00:00:00)

2. Session Saturdays and Getting Involved (00:12:26)

3. Lessons Learned for Veterans Transitioning (00:25:14)

4. Transitioning From Military to Civilian Careers (00:40:28)

5. Navigating Job Anchors and Salary Negotiation (00:51:24)

6. Job Salary Ranges and Developing Skills (01:02:09)

7. Transitioning Careers and Finding Passion (01:06:54)

8. Veteran Transition Challenges in Civilian Work (01:14:47)

9. Imposter Syndrome and Career Transition (01:23:37)