The Million Dollar Choice: Military to Business Transition

Would you rather have $1M today or a penny today that would double every day for 30 days? Would you believe that that initial penny would be worth $5,278,709.12 in 30 days? I assume you would take that penny and forego the $1M! What does this “Million Dollar Choice” have to do with the JMO’s … Continue reading “The Million Dollar Choice: Military to Business Transition”

Finding Purpose in Your Post Military Career (E191)

When I meet with junior military officers JMOs to discuss their career goals, I ask them, “What will make a happy, successful career for you?” I deliberately ask them an open ended question to leave a lot of space on where they can take their answer. I might hear things like, “Using my technical skills,” … Continue reading “Finding Purpose in Your Post Military Career (E191)”

3 Keys to An Extraordinary Post-Military Career (E188)

My experience has taught me that if I want to achieve excellence in something, I should study and learn from the people who have achieved success in that area already. Why should I reinvent the wheel? So, when Cameron-Brooks Alumnus Liam Burns messaged me on LinkedIn that he wanted to be a guest on the … Continue reading “3 Keys to An Extraordinary Post-Military Career (E188)”

Why Corporate America Needs JMO Leadership (E183)

For three decades, I have led teams, coached leaders, helped thousands of Junior Military Officers (JMOs) transition to business, and worked with hiring managers to hire and develop leadership talent. One common theme is that people want meaning and purpose in their work. They want to create something or serve someone beyond themselves. They want … Continue reading “Why Corporate America Needs JMO Leadership (E183)”

6 Tips to Crush The First Year of Your Military Transition

Get ready. I’m about to give you 6 tips to crush the first year of your military transition! Cameron-Brooks recently hired Brock Dudley, a former Navy Surface Warfare Officer (SWO). This is only the second time in our history that we hired a JMO directly from the military, and no previous business experience. I am … Continue reading “6 Tips to Crush The First Year of Your Military Transition”

Are You Ready to Interview for a Military to Business Transition?

Are you ready to interview for a military-to-business transition? Let me tell you an interesting story… Many years ago, the Transition Assistance Program at the Naval Academy asked me to facilitate a lunch and learn teaching how to interview for post-military positions. During the class, I explained that some recruiters will ask them to explain … Continue reading “Are You Ready to Interview for a Military to Business Transition?”

Kicking Off the Football Season (E181)

We are in mid-September and kicking off the football season.  With Cameron-Brooks Team Members who attended Texas A&M, Baylor, Notre Dame, West Point, and the Naval Academy, we are huge college football fans. Football is a holiday season here in Texas, you know. So, to celebrate, I hosted a podcast with my good friend, Troy … Continue reading “Kicking Off the Football Season (E181)”

Four Promotions in Six Years – The Successful JMO Transition (E179)

Ted Lindell is a former Marine Corps F18 Officer who transitioned to a business career with Conagra Brands in 2017. His transition journey started in 2015 when Ted and his wife, Carrie, reflected on what they wanted for their family. They decided they no longer wanted the long deployments and the risk of Ted’s flight … Continue reading “Four Promotions in Six Years – The Successful JMO Transition (E179)”

The Value of Military Transition Coaches: August ’23 Career Conference

We are days away from our August 2023 Conference. We have a great group of junior military officers ready to explore their options in business and fully realize the value of military transition coaches. Before I jump in with an update on the types of positions and companies attending the Conference, I would like to … Continue reading “The Value of Military Transition Coaches: August ’23 Career Conference”

Why I Trust Cameron-Brooks with My Transition (Ep. 177)

In this episode,  JMO Brock Dudley explains: “Why I trust Cameron-Brooks with my transition to business.” As a transitioning Junior Military Officer (JMO), you have several options for making the transition. You can do it on your own, attend full-time grad school, attend a job fair, or partner with one of the several recruiting firms. … Continue reading “Why I Trust Cameron-Brooks with My Transition (Ep. 177)”