Welcome to the New Year with The Military Wire as host Mike Schindler kicks off 2025 with an inspiring interview featuring Brigadier General Tia Young. Discover how General Young has broken barriers as one of the few African-American female generals in the military and how her incredible journey has influenced her approach to leadership development and coaching at LT3 Leadership Solutions.

Throughout this engaging episode, General Young shares invaluable insights into her experiences in the army, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, strategy, and having the right attitude to overcome challenges.

Dive deep into discussions around humility, purpose discovery, and how transitioning service members can better navigate the civilian sector. Moreover, explore the contrasting experiences of AI hosting on the show, and the dynamic role female leaders play in today's society.

If you are transitioning from Active Duty to the Civilian Sector in 2025, you'll want to listen to this episode.

Welcome to The Military Wire where we share the transformative journey that focuses on making the transition from military service to a thriving civilian career. This episode delves into the crucial methods and insights provided by Operation Military Family's DYPSI program, specifically designed to help veterans discover their post-service identity.

We highlight the challenges of translating valuable military skills into civilian-friendly language and how the DYPSI program offers a solution with its comprehensive, four-part training course. Key focus areas include rediscovering personal interests, identifying career pathways, conducting opportunity assessments, and mastering negotiation skills.

Moreover, we explore the concept of micro and macro goals and share an inspiring story of a Navy veteran who successfully transitioned into a leadership role in Seattle's tech industry. With personalized coaching and a robust network, the DYPSI program equips you with the tools necessary for a successful career transition.

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Welcome back to our latest episode, where we explore the pivotal topic of building professional relationships as a civilian, particularly for transitioning service members in Washington State. This conversation is packed with insights and resources designed to help you bridge the gap from military to civilian life.

We delve into the distinct challenges veterans face when establishing trust in civilian professional settings and explain how your military-acquired skills such as leadership, communication, and teamwork can become powerful assets.

Discover how Washington State offers a wealth of networking opportunities and learn about the importance of finding the right events tailored to your field, including industry meetups and online forums.

We also shine a spotlight on Operation Military Family's DPSY program—a transformative, no-cost initiative aimed at helping veterans identify their post-service identity and equip them with negotiation skills. Hear inspiring stories of success, such as a vet transitioning into Seattle's tech industry.

Tune in to learn practical strategies for leveraging your past experiences and expanding your professional circles post-service.

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