Transition and Mental Health
John "Nick" Valentine has vast experience in not only for profit but non-profit businesses. As a retired U.S. Army mental health professional we discuss mental health and the difficulties of transition as well as his businesses such as Sgt. Ritters Spirits, Combat Boxes, and Operation Phantom Support. Nick knows the difficulties all veterans face not only with the transition but sometimes meeting the needs of the military members and their families. Nick's non-profit called Operation Phantom Support feed hundreds of military members, veterans, and their families every week in and around Fort Hood.
Entrepreneurship
Join my guest Niurka Castaneda as we discuss the military lifestyle as well as her transition out of uniform and into entrepreneurship and real estate. As a busy owner of multiple businesses, Niurka has valuable experience starting, growing, and running different types of businesses.
Overcoming Adversity
As veterans, we all have difficult objectives to overcome. Ronnie Abbott has faced many challenges, even some recently that have put him to the test. Rebuilding connections and a solid support structure helped him have the mindset to not only overcome but to achieve during tough times!
Leadership During COVID
What does it take to lead troops today? With a generation of troops coming into service born after 9/11 and during a global pandemic figuring out how to engage your troops and foster relationships are tough.
Franchising and The Value Equation
Joel Stewart is a franchising expert. We discuss the basics of franchises, what to avoid, why it's a great fit for veterans, and much more. Then we dive into his new book called The Value Equation. You're going to want a copy of this book! It's available on Amazon now so pick up a copy.
Credit Scores
Is your credit bad? Curious how credit is formulated and how your credit score is actually affected? This is the episode for you! Join me as I discuss credit scores with credit expert Cassandra Jackson!
Service Dogs Save Lives
Join us as we discuss his traumatic brain injuries, suicide attempts, service animals, and the path to healing! Jeff has an amazing story and makes for one heck of a kick-off episode so strap in and enjoy the show.