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In this conversation, John and Victor discuss their YouTube channel reaching 500+ subscribers and their goal of reaching 1000 subscribers. They also talk about their plans to attend the @militaryinfluencerconference and the increasing number of people reaching out to be on their podcast. They mention the importance of supporting veterans and sharing their stories. They also discuss the need for veterans to transition back into civilian life and the challenges they face. They provide tips on accessing military benefits and resources, such as setting up a username and password for MyPay and using two-factor authentication. They also mention upcoming events and books they are reading. In this conversation, John and Victor discuss the importance of continuous learning and education. They emphasize the value of reading books and highlight the impact it can have on personal growth and development. They also discuss the influence of setting an example for others, particularly children, through reading and learning. The conversation touches on the benefits of education for veterans, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the opportunities it provides. They also mention the importance of networking and staying informed about the various benefits available to veterans.

Takeaways

The hosts celebrate reaching 500 subscribers on their YouTube channel and set a goal of reaching 1000 subscribers.

They discuss their plans to attend the Military Influencers Conference and the increasing number of people reaching out to be on their podcast.

They emphasize the importance of supporting veterans and sharing their stories.

They provide tips on accessing military benefits and resources, such as setting up a username and password for MyPay and using two-factor authentication.

They mention upcoming events, such as the Veterans Beer Club, and books they are reading, including 'Call Sign Chaos' by General James Mattis. Continuous learning and education are essential for personal growth and development.

Reading books can have a profound impact on expanding knowledge and understanding.

Setting an example through reading and learning can influence others, especially children.

Veterans have access to valuable benefits, such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill, that can support their education and career goals.

Networking and staying informed about available benefits are crucial for maximizing opportunities.

Sound Bites

"Just passed 500 on the YouTube channel"

"There is life outside of the military"

"Setting up a username and password for MyPay"

"I've spent the last 10 or 15, how many years? It's been quite a while that I've been just reading nonstop, constantly book after book after book after book and letting the books guide me to the next book rather than me just going randomly picking bestsellers or picking what everybody else is talking about."

"What actions do you take? What? Where does that information lead you to? Right. To fix something, to make something different, to change something in your life, to improve something. Right. That's I think that would be the very next step after that."

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestone and Setting Goals

03:29 Preparing for the Military Influencers Conference

05:38 Supporting Veterans and Sharing Their Stories

11:26 Tips for Accessing Military Benefits and Resources

42:04 The Power of Continuous Learning and Education

45:29 The Influence of Setting an Example through Reading

55:10 The Benefits of Education for Veterans

01:09:07 Maximizing Opportunities through Networking and Benefits

We’ll be focusing on Veteran Mental Health on this Livestream, with a special guest, Robert Luna. Learn more at https://al2la.us/ Robert is a Coast Guard retiree and veteran, who will be embarking on a hike across the USA with a mission to bring awareness to Veteran Mental Health. Join us on YouTube, Facebook or Instagram @MilitaryRetirementPodcast and listen to Robert’s story on this special edition of the Military Retirement Podcast LiveStream. Also available on The Military Retirement Group on Facebook.

Jessica Marisette shares her military career and her desire to transition to civilian life. connect with here here https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-poirrier-marrisette/

She discusses the challenges she faced in the military and her desire for change. Jessica emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and being honest. She also talks about her morning routine and the flexibility she enjoys in civilian life. Jessica shares her transition process and the importance of financial responsibility and education. Lastly, she imagines a conversation with her 16-year-old self, offering advice and insights. The conversation covers topics such as fiduciary responsibility and the importance of financial advisors in the military. It also discusses the lack of financial advisors in the units and the challenges faced during the transition from the military to the civilian side. The conversation highlights the importance of preparation, networking, and setting goals in order to be successful in the civilian world. It also touches on the Onward to Opportunity program and the process of obtaining a PMP certification. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the significance of mentors and the importance of creating a comprehensive business plan. In this conversation, Jessica Marrisette shares her experiences and insights on preparing for transition, taking advantage of opportunities, shifting mindset and work ethic, diverse career paths, preparing for the civilian job market, owning the interview, negotiating salary and benefits, navigating the VA benefits process, the Hiring Our Heroes program, and finding the right job and salary.

Takeaways

Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be challenging, especially when faced with uncertainty and a lack of information.

Preparing for the transition by setting goals, seeking education and training, and taking care of physical and mental health is crucial.

00:00 Introduction and Goal of the Conversation

01:23 Jessica's Military Career and Desire to Transition

08:14 Challenges in the Military and Desire for Change

09:56 Importance of Being True to Yourself and Honest

21:49 Transition Process and Preparation

30:20 Conversation with 16-Year-Old Self

38:43 Importance of Financial Responsibility and Education

39:13 Fiduciary Responsibility and Financial Advisors

39:53 Lack of Financial Advisors in the Military

43:04 Hurdles in Transitioning to the Civilian Side

44:19 Uncertainty and Imposter Syndrome

46:45 Preparing for the Transition and Landing a Job

50:26 Applying for Government Jobs and USA Jobs

52:43 Onward to Opportunity Program and PMP Certification

57:05 Project Management in the Military vs PMP Certification

01:00:46 The Importance of Networking and Mentors

01:03:40 Setting Goals and Creating a Comprehensive Business Plan

01:09:58 Establishing Connections and Networking

01:14:26 Preparing for Retirement and the Next Step

01:16:41 Preparing for Transition

01:17:40 Taking Advantage of Opportunities

01:19:08 Shifting Mindset and Ethic

01:20:07 Diverse Career Paths

01:20:55 Preparing for the Civilian Job Market

01:22:35 Owning the Interview

01:23:31 Negotiating Salary and Benefits

01:24:37 Navigating the VA Benefits Process

01:31:55 Hiring Our Heroes Program

01:40:25 Finding the Right Job and Salary

01:46:22 Closing Thoughts

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