EPISODE · Feb 28, 2024 · 1H 14M
23: The Third Option with Col. John Buckley (Ret.) (Army Leader and Military Transition Expert)
from The Second Act with Michael and John · host Michael Newborn, John Ballenger
In a compelling conversation, John Buckley recounts his transition from a 30-year distinguished career in the Army to navigating the complexities of civilian employment. He reflects on the critical role of criticism, hard work, and resilience throughout his life and military tenure, underscoring the tough, competitive nature of military advancement and the challenges it presents. Post-retirement, John faced initial rejections in civilian life, which he turned into a catalyst for aiding fellow veterans in their job searches. He sheds light on the difficulties veterans encounter with applicant tracking systems and the cultural gap between military and civilian workplaces. John advocates for better integration strategies, emphasizing the mutual benefits for employers and the veteran workforce. He calls attention to the necessity of organizational support for veterans and suggests that employers' growing recognition of the value veterans bring is a positive trend. Offering insights into effective transition strategies, John underscores the importance of data-driven decision-making and the potential of veterans in their second careers, advocating for a supportive approach from companies to harness the unique skills and experiences of the military community. Starring: Michael Newborn (@michaelnewborn) John Ballenger (@john-ballenger53) Guest: John Buckley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-buckley-6b96288/ Military.com: 8 Hard-Earned Tips on Military Transition Better Together story LinkedIn articles Produced by: Seltzer Kings (@seltzerkings) (seltzerkings.com) Theme Music: "You Can't Stop Me" by Andy Mineo Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71Uji4fPLsnGEJjeAqomiJ?si=77e3d7bb636c422a Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john/id1707412739 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6b369bb-36a9-47ab-9f22-1bacfcff6166/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-second-act-with-michae-123242148/ Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vdGhlc2Vjb25kYWN0 Socials: Linktree: linktr.ee/secondactmovement Instagram: @secondactmovement LinkedIn: @secondactmovement Facebook: @secondactmovement YouTube: @secondactmovement Website: secondactmovement.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In a compelling conversation, John Buckley recounts his transition from a 30-year distinguished career in the Army to navigating the complexities of civilian employment. He reflects on the critical role of criticism, hard work, and resilience throughout his life and military tenure, underscoring the tough, competitive nature of military advancement and the challenges it presents. Post-retirement, John faced initial rejections in civilian life, which he turned into a catalyst for aiding fellow veterans in their job searches. He sheds light on the difficulties veterans encounter with applicant tracking systems and the cultural gap between military and civilian workplaces. John advocates for better integration strategies, emphasizing the mutual benefits for employers and the veteran workforce. He calls attention to the necessity of organizational support for veterans and suggests that employers' growing recognition of the value veterans bring is a positive trend. Offering insights into effective transition strategies, John underscores the importance of data-driven decision-making and the potential of veterans in their second careers, advocating for a supportive approach from companies to harness the unique skills and experiences of the military community. Starring: Michael Newborn (@michaelnewborn) John Ballenger (@john-ballenger53) Guest: John Buckley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-buckley-6b96288/ Military.com: 8 Hard-Earned Tips on Military Transition Better Together story LinkedIn articles Produced by: Seltzer Kings (@seltzerkings) (seltzerkings.com) Theme Music: "You Can't Stop Me" by Andy Mineo Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71Uji4fPLsnGEJjeAqomiJ?si=77e3d7bb636c422a Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john/id1707412739 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6b369bb-36a9-47ab-9f22-1bacfcff6166/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-second-act-with-michae-123242148/ Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vdGhlc2Vjb25kYWN0 Socials: Linktree: linktr.ee/secondactmovement Instagram: @secondactmovement LinkedIn: @secondactmovement Facebook: @secondactmovement YouTube: @secondactmovement Website: secondactmovement.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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