Joe reflects on his journey from leaving the military to becoming a successful financial advisor and coach. He shares his stories of overcoming challenges, including a life-threatening accident and a career transition. Joe discusses his passion for helping veterans and business owners achieve their goals and aspirations. He highlights the development of his Pathfinder Ultimate Success System and the resources available in his membership site.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Joe has a diverse background, including military service, financial advising, and coaching.

• He developed a passion for helping veterans and business owners through coaching and training programs.

• Joe emphasises the importance of leadership in guiding individuals to achieve their goals.

• He offers a comprehensive membership site with resources, including podcast recordings and business cheat sheets.

• Joe's ultimate success system, the Pathfinder, is designed to help individuals achieve their dreams and aspirations.

BEST MOMENTS

"I'm really chuffed to be able to have brought you episodes of heroism, extraordinary stories and absolutely breathtaking experiences of my guests."

"I'm really proud to have seen through a year of podcasting, because guess what, guys, it's not easy."

"I was only chatting to someone. In fact, Chalky, I'll be chatting. He'll be on the podcast soon."

"I've written the Pathfinder Ultimate Success System, which is a program that helps you get where you want to be."

"You get access to the transformer business network where you can come along as my guest up to two times at my expense."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjoeoconnor/

https://www.facebook.com/The1Transformer

https://www.instagram.com/the1transformer/

HOST BIO

Joe O'Connor is a resilient business entrepreneur and Financial Adviser dedicated to supporting business owners and veterans in their transition to civilian life. Despite facing life-threatening challenges at a young age, Joe defied the odds and embarked on a remarkable journey. From excelling as a Combat Engineer and Physical Training Instructor in the Royal Engineers to starting his own business as a Financial Adviser, Joe has displayed unwavering determination.

After rejoining the Army as a reservist in the Bomb Disposal Unit, Joe reached the rank of Sergeant before transferring to the SAS, where he endured a severe injury and was medically discharged. Undeterred, he resumed his role as an IFA and founded a charity that aids injured veterans and their families.

Joe's charity is currently finalizing plans for a training center and 23 Lodges, aiming to provide vital support for veterans transitioning to civilian life while addressing stress, anxiety, and PTSD. Today, Joe's mission is to unite business owners and veterans, helping them unleash their full potential for success.

This episode features an in-depth conversation with Thomas Burgess, a former RAF Regiment corporal, as he shares his journey from a troubled childhood in London to his military service and transition to civilian life. Thomas candidly discusses his struggles with alcohol, mental health, and thoughts of suicide during his time in the military. He reflects on the pivotal moments that led him to seek help and make significant changes in his life. Through his experiences, Thomas highlights the resilience and growth that can come from facing challenges and seeking help when needed.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Extraordinary Life Journey: Thomas Burgess shares his extraordinary life journey, from a troubled childhood to a successful military career and transition to civilian life.

• Overcoming Adversity: Despite facing challenges like bullying, dysfunctional family dynamics, and combat experiences, Thomas demonstrates resilience and the ability to overcome adversity.

• Importance of Seeking Help: Thomas emphasises the importance of seeking help and opening up about mental health struggles, highlighting the significance of reaching out for support.

• Continuous Learning and Growth: Thomas's commitment to continuous learning, obtaining qualifications in project management, mental health, and coaching, showcases his dedication to personal and professional growth.

• Value of Coaching and Mentorship: Thomas recognises the value of coaching and mentorship, highlighting the importance of seeking guidance from experienced individuals in various aspects of life and business.

BEST MOMENTS

"I was questioning me as a human. Is this what my life has amounted to? I've gone and thrown things down the pan."

"I'm always happy to have a chat with anyone. I do regularly with some mates I serve with."

"You haven't failed until you give up. Failure is okay because it's just feedback and it's the feedback from champions."

"You have to have coaching, you know. Cavemen, boys, before they had the cut and went out into the wilderness, they looked up to the elders of the village. That's coaching."

"Yeah, well, I think you've ticked the box off where I talk about how important is a good coaching mentor. And it's invaluable, isn't it?"

VALUABLE RESOURCES

https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjoeoconnor/

https://www.facebook.com/The1Transformer

https://www.instagram.com/the1transformer/

HOST BIO

Joe O'Connor is a resilient business entrepreneur and Financial Adviser dedicated to supporting business owners and veterans in their transition to civilian life. Despite facing life-threatening challenges at a young age, Joe defied the odds and embarked on a remarkable journey. From excelling as a Combat Engineer and Physical Training Instructor in the Royal Engineers to starting his own business as a Financial Adviser, Joe has displayed unwavering determination.

After rejoining the Army as a reservist in the Bomb Disposal Unit, Joe reached the rank of Sergeant before transferring to the SAS, where he endured a severe injury and was medically discharged. Undeterred, he resumed his role as an IFA and founded a charity that aids injured veterans and their families.

Joe's charity is currently finalizing plans for a training center and 23 Lodges, aiming to provide vital support for veterans transitioning to civilian life while addressing stress, anxiety, and PTSD. Today, Joe's mission is to unite business owners and veterans, helping them unleash their full potential for success.

Joe explores the seven crucial stages to achieving independence, whether it be financial, personal, or professional. Joe shares personal anecdotes and experiences, emphasising the importance of setting clear goals, developing self-reliance and confidence, building a strong support network, and continuous professional development. The episode also highlights the significance of effective communication, reflecting on successes and failures, and ultimately, being true to oneself. The host introduces the Pathfinder Ultimate Success System and JoeTeams.com as resources to help listeners on their journey to success and independence. Through engaging storytelling and practical advice, the episode aims to inspire and empower individuals to reach their full potential.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Independence Day Tradition: Joe discusses the interesting tradition of Americans on Independence Day, focusing on gaining independence in various aspects of life.

• Seven Steps to Independence: Joe outlines seven important stages to achieving independence, including setting clear goals, developing self-reliance, building a support network, and continuous professional development.

• Attitude Matters: Joe talks about the significance of attitude in determining success in personal and business endeavors, highlighting the importance of a positive and determined mindset.

• Reflect on Success and Failures: Reflecting on successes and failures allows you to learn valuable lessons and improve personal and professional growth.

• Be Yourself: Joe advocates for authenticity and being true to oneself, as everyone else is already taken, promoting self-confidence and genuine interactions.

BEST MOMENTS

"Lessons haven't been learned. We just keep doing the same stuff different day."

"I've been a professional financial advisor for the last 36 years, or in fact more than that, actually all that time after leaving the military."

"Together Everyone Achieves More. But I take a different stance on this, because Together Everyone's Attitude Matters."

"Did you do your best? Did you give it your best shot? Everything that you had on that day?"

"My mission is to help one million veterans and business owner entrepreneurs collaborate so they can achieve the goals, dreams, and aspirations they deserve."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjoeoconnor/

https://www.facebook.com/The1Transformer

https://www.instagram.com/the1transformer/

HOST BIO

Joe O'Connor is a resilient business entrepreneur and Financial Adviser dedicated to supporting business owners and veterans in their transition to civilian life. Despite facing life-threatening challenges at a young age, Joe defied the odds and embarked on a remarkable journey. From excelling as a Combat Engineer and Physical Training Instructor in the Royal Engineers to starting his own business as a Financial Adviser, Joe has displayed unwavering determination.

After rejoining the Army as a reservist in the Bomb Disposal Unit, Joe reached the rank of Sergeant before transferring to the SAS, where he endured a severe injury and was medically discharged. Undeterred, he resumed his role as an IFA and founded a charity that aids injured veterans and their families.

Joe's charity is currently finalizing plans for a training center and 23 Lodges, aiming to provide vital support for veterans transitioning to civilian life while addressing stress, anxiety, and PTSD. Today, Joe's mission is to unite business owners and veterans, helping them unleash their full potential for success.