Today talking about some of the legal battles for Veterans, GS Jobs and more. Want to create live streams like ours? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4998128083271680 Takeaways Legal battles and claim sharks are a concern for veterans seeking assistance with VA benefit claims. Networking and building relationships can help veterans get their foot in the door with federal service. Free organizations like the DAV and VFW provide assistance with VA claims without charging unauthorized fees. GS positions offer stability and benefits compared to contracting, but contracting can ..read more

"Set expectations, make sure they're realistic expectations, and then set those boundaries based on those expectations." https://www.militaryretirementpodcast.com The conversation discusses the topic of burnout after leaving the military and transitioning into civilian life. It highlights the importance of understanding burnout and provides strategies for navigating stressors and avoiding burnout. The main themes include setting boundaries, saying no, focusing on one task at a time, and finding a purpose outside of work. The conversation emphasizes the need to prioritize self-care and maintai ..read more

How to take a minimalist approach in order to get your life in order before retiring from the military. Takeaways: - Transitioning from the military to civilian life is not as hard as it seems, but it requires knowing the right people and asking the right questions. - Telling your own story and sharing your experiences can help others understand that a successful transition is possible. - Having a plan in place and being financially prepared for a period of unemployment after leaving the military is crucial. - Living in an RV can be a cost-effective and transformative experience, teaching you ..read more

Live Q&A, Veteran info about jobs, transitioning from the military, mindset, and more. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4998128083271680 Talking about some of the other Veteran based youtube channels out there and chatting with Misty Moreno: https://www.linkedin.com/in/misty-moreno/ about Veteran things  @Astrokeofluck   @VeteransInfoTap   @TheCivDiv   @CombatCraig   @veterannexus   @DeptVetAffairs   @the_bureaucrat   @Jodywithawhy   @CliffWagner&nbs ..read more

Join us every Sunday at Noon EST (0900 PST, 1800 CET) live streaming and answering your military retirement and transition questions and concerns. You can join the discussion in our private facebook.com/groups/themilitaryretirementgroup/ Here are the links to what we talked about in the live stream -VA sets new goal of housing 41,000 veterans in 2024 https://www.navytimes.com/veterans/2024/03/14/va-sets-new-goal-of-housing-41000-veterans-this-year/ - @ACTNowEducation - was our top pick!! - @NPowerOrg -Onward2Opportunity - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkg0U_D9yQ0-8h9wUOBEJcA - Perdue ..read more

Join us every Sunday at Noon EST (0900 PST, 1800 CET) live streaming and answering your military retirement and transition questions and concerns. You can join the discussion in our private https://facebook.com/groups/themilitaryretirementgroup/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/militaryretirementpodcast/message ..read more

Join us every Sunday at Noon EST (0900 PST, 1800 CET) live streaming and answering your military retirement and transition questions and concerns. You can join the discussion in our private facebook.com/groups/themilitaryretirementgroup/ We talk about a Navy officer's world record attempt in long-distance running. Guests Jerome Dingle and Justin Murphy share experiences, covering mental health, career transitions, and retirement planning. The conversation includes financial preparedness, securing a house loan, and understanding job application authorities like VRA and VEOA. The speakers empha ..read more

Join us every Sunday at Noon EST (0900 PST, 1800 CET) live streaming and answering your military retirement and transition questions and concerns. You can join the discussion in our private facebook.com/groups/themilitaryretirementgroup/ Summary The conversation covers various resources and support available for veterans, including free business classes and certifications through organizations like Warrior Rising and Coursera. The importance of networking and tapping into personal and professional networks is emphasized, along with tips for creating an effective resume. The challenges and real ..read more

Summary In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss five things they wish they had done earlier in their military careers. They cover topics such as dropping the Warrant Officer packet, taking advantage of training opportunities, building a VA claim portfolio, and utilizing the VA housing benefit. The hosts emphasize the importance of making these decisions early in one's career to avoid missing out on opportunities and to set oneself up for success in the future. Takeaways Consider dropping the Warrant Officer packet earlier in your career to save yourself potential challenges and physical con ..read more

Discussing a recent podcast episode of Arnold Schwarzenegger talking about his new book of course, but also talking about being useful, his struggles growing up, porta potties and much more. To all the brave men and women out there still protecting our freedom ?? ? Thank you for your service! Timestamps: ⌚ 0:00 - Intro ⌚ 0:46 - Being Useful ⌚ 2:07 - Link to livestream ⌚ 3:45 - Arnold podcasts (links below) ⌚ 8:18 - How to find quiet time to think ⌚ 10:31 - Key highlights from the Arnold interviews ⌚ 17:18 - setting up your day for success - little wins equal big wins ⌚ 23:24 - final thoughts ..read more