Lessons Learned for Vets

Supporting veterans to achieve career success as they navigate the challenges of transitioning out of the military. Each week we will bring you a new mentor who will teach you the lessons they have learned as they traveled the military transition path before you.

Lessons Learned for Vets is a business podcast hosted by Lori Norris, with 192 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lori Norris hosts Lessons Learned for Vets, a business show with 192 episodes published.

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  Episode #191

  Exploring the Importance of Faith in the Military Transition with Eric Brew

  Oct 28, 202535 minS5

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>What if military transition isn’t about the next job, but about laying down the "rucksack" you’ve carried for years? Lori speaks with Marine Corps and Army veteran Eric Brew, now Georgia Director for Warriors Set Free, to unpack this organization's candid blueprint for healing from the past, building honest relationships and choosing a purpose that fits. Eric’s story cuts through the noise. He isn't known for using buzzwords, there is no posturing, just his authenticity sharing his hard-won lessons on how to own your narrative and connect without pretending.<br/><br/>We...

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  Episode #190

  Federal Job Seeker Resume and Application Details with Lori Norris

  Oct 14, 202539 minS5

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Your federal resume just shrank and if you are looking to work for the federal government you have 2 pages to convey your qualifications for these roles. In this solo episode, resume writer and federal employment specialist Lori Norris walks you through the new two-page limit, the shift to merit-based hiring processes, skills-first hiring and the rise of assessments that can land in your inbox with a 24-hour clock. If you’re a transitioning service member or a veteran already navigating USAJOBS, this is your field guide to staying eligible, standing out and moving fa...

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  Episode #189

  Military Transition Q&A with Ryan Griffiths

  Sep 30, 202530 minS5

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>For the first military transition Q&A of the season, Lori speaks with Ryan Griffiths, an Air Force leader 9 months from retirement, to translate a First Sergeant’s responsibilities that include pay issues, emergency leave, recognition and crisis calls, into relevant HR and employee relations skills that land interviews. We dig into how to rename military titles for the market, how to build keyword-rich resumes that pass ATS filters and how to lead with outcomes instead of military jargon.<br/><br/>Ryan’s path spans munitions, recruiting, first sergeant duty, and a first-of-its-kind cand...

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  Episode #188

  Mission Planning Your Military Transition with Lori Norris

  Sep 9, 202552 minS5

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Transitioning from military to civilian life is a complex journey that requires strategic planning well before your final out date. Starting 18-24 months ahead isn't excessive. It's necessary to build the infrastructure for a successful transition while still fulfilling your military obligations.<br/><br/>We start by discussing what do and plan for in the 12-24 months before your military transition. The foundation of any successful transition begins with determining your career focus. Unlike in the military where your path was often managed for you, civilian success requires taking charge of your own...

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  Episode #187

  What Happens When You Can't Answer the "What Makes You Happy?" Question with Thomas McKenzie

  Aug 26, 202544 minS5

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>What happens when the military career you've devoted your life to suddenly comes to an end? For Thomas McKenzie, a Marine who reached E9 before his 20-year mark, this question became painfully real when faced with undesirable relocation options. His powerful story reveals that military transition goes far beyond the job hunt. It's a profound journey of rediscovering who you are without the uniform.<br/><br/>McKenzie candidly shares how a chance encounter with the SkillBridge program became "the biggest blessing" during his transition, providing crucial time to process his service while weathering...

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