The US at Work Podcast
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High-impact Interviews with senior executives, industry experts, and military leadership, addressing issues from multiple industries and the military.
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
One of the classic misperceptions in many businesses is that technical skills translate organically into any business's management or leadership level. This thinking follows a relatively simple logic: John is a great engineer; therefore, he will be a great leader for a team of engineers. But the transition from technical skills to management skills is ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
Welcome to the fourth and final part of our military-to-civilian transition podcast series with coach/expert, Tom Wolfe. This episode centers around the final steps of navigating your job interview, negotiating, and following up after your first meeting. Tom authored, “Out of Uniform,” is a former Naval Academy graduate, and an expert military to civilian transition ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
Welcome to the third installment of our four-podcast series with Tom Wolfe about successful military to civilian transition and the interview and networking process. Tom authored, “Out of Uniform,” is a former Naval Academy graduate, and an expert military to civilian transition coach who shares his advice with Fred Coon, CEO. Scroll down for Podcast ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
This is the second in a four-part podcast series with Tom Wolfe about successful military to civilian transition in terms of value add proposition and power interviewing. Tom authored, “Out of Uniform,” is a former Naval Academy graduate, and an expert military to civilian transition coach who shares his advice with Fred Coon, CEO. Scroll ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
This is the first in a four-podcast series with military transition expert, Tom Wolfe. Learn how to gain self-knowledge as you prepare for your military transition. Tom authored, “Out of Uniform,” is a former Naval Academy graduate, and an expert military to civilian transition coach who shares his advice with Fred Coon, CEO. Scroll down ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
What is the best way for aging employees to stay current and relevant in the workplace? In what ways should mature works think about retirement, and when should they get serious about planning? What is “phased retirement”, and how can those approaching this chapter determine if it is the right path? Lastly, how can workers ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
Why is it important for companies to exert effort to hire and support military veterans, and why? What can be done in all areas to better position veterans for success in the civilian working world? There seems to be an awakening of companies regarding the onboard of veterans. It is smart business and it improves ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
What are we doing right for veteran integration in corporate America? In what areas can we improve? The initial conflict between the expectations of veterans’ entering companies and corporate expectations vastly differ. Col (ret) Ted Studdard, 25-year Marine Corps, now a leader at Home Depot, discusses these built in conflicts and offers some solutions for ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
What are some vital actions that a transitioning service member or veteran can take when transitioning into the civilian workforce? (Hint: Networking is key!) Eric “Doc” Wright, Founder of Vets2PM, LLC and Vet Stone, LLC, talks with Fred Coon, SC&C CEO, about tactics that service members can use to help prepare them for their post-military ..read more
The US at Work Podcast
1y ago
What are some factors that military members should think about prior to making the transition into the civilian/corporate world? What can military members do to best prepare themselves, making the transition less daunting? What organizations or services should military members look to for assistance? Dr. Josephine Nguyen talks about how to get ready and approach ..read more