Category: Personal Development & Coaching
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Change is inevitable—but leadership determines how we navigate it. For many veterans, deployment represents one of the most intense periods of change imaginable: unknown environments, shifting missions, high stakes, and constant uncertainty. While the setting may shift after service, the leadership lessons learned during deployment remain powerful tools for navigating life, careers, relationships, and community…
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Situational awareness is often associated with military operations, aviation, or emergency response—but its true power lies in how it shapes everyday decision-making. At its core, situational awareness is the ability to perceive what’s happening, understand what it means, and anticipate what comes next. When applied intentionally, it becomes a quiet but formidable strategic advantage. 1.…
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Introduction Transitioning from military service to civilian life often sparks a desire for independence, purpose, and impact. For many veterans, entrepreneurship becomes the next mission. The discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills developed in uniform translate powerfully into business ownership. This guide breaks down practical steps to start a business after service, highlights veteran-specific resources, and helps you…
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Transitioning from military life to civilian routines can feel overwhelming—especially when the structure you once relied on suddenly disappears. For many veterans, time management isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what matters well. The good news? The skills you developed in service—mission planning, prioritization, accountability—are still powerful tools. They just need to be adapted…
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When we talk about “transitioning out of the military,” most people picture active-duty service members preparing for civilian life after years of full-time service. But for National Guard and Reserve veterans, the transition experience is unique—and often far more complex. Balancing civilian careers, families, deployments, drill schedules, and sudden activations creates a lifestyle that doesn’t…
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By Barbara M. Soto — Veteran Service Representative & PR Professional Women have served, led, and sacrificed across every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Yet, long after the uniform comes off, many women veterans still face challenges that look different from those experienced by their male counterparts. This blog shines a light on those…
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Transitioning from military life into the civilian world is often framed around one central theme: benefits. VA claims. Education programs. Home loans. Healthcare.And while these resources are essential, focusing only on benefits can unintentionally shrink the bigger story of what success truly looks like for today’s veterans. Modern veterans are more than their service history…
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Virginia’s women veterans are a powerful force—leaders, caregivers, warriors, and community builders. And now, there’s someone dedicated to making sure your voices, needs, and experiences are seen and supported. Meet Nikki, the new Women Veterans Liaison at the Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS). She brings a genuine passion for advocacy and a commitment to…
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Transitioning from military life into the civilian world can feel like stepping into a space with too much room—too many choices, too much unstructured time, and not enough clarity on what to do with it all. For many veterans, the structure of military life wasn’t just a schedule; it was a grounding rhythm. A framework.…
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The Strategic Mindset Strategy isn’t about predicting the future — it’s about preparing for it.Veterans, leaders, and communicators share one challenge: seeing the big picture while acting in the moment. In my recent post, Decision-Making Under Pressure: Military Lessons for Civilian Success, I shared how veterans apply calm clarity in fast-changing situations. This post builds…