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Jan 22, 2026 35 min

Mafia Made with Chris Dove

from Zero Dark Thirsty Hosted by Delaina

In this episode of Mafia Made on Zero Dark Thirsty, Delaina Morse sits down with Chris Dove for an honest conversation about the realities Veterans face when transitioning from military to civilian life. Chris shares his personal journey navigating the job market after service, including the challenges of networking, resume positioning, and understanding what job offers and negotiations really look like on the civilian side. Together, they break down why waiting until the last minute to prepare for transition puts Veterans at a disadvantage and how early planning, mentorship, and community can change outcomes. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and digs into purpose, identity, and what it actually takes to build momentum after the uniform comes off. If you are transitioning, already out, or mentoring Veterans through the process, this episode delivers real insight without the highlight reel. Topics Covered • Military to civilian transition • Job searching and networking realities • Resume strategy and positioning • Mentorship and Veteran advocacy • Preparing early for life after service • Finding community and purpose Connect with Chris Dove LinkedIn: Chris Dove Jr 🕊 | LinkedIn Learn More About Uptime Talent Careers Page: Uptime Talent About Mafia Made Mafia Made is where E4s and E5s finally get to tell the truth. Real stories. Real lessons. No highlight reels. #MafiaMade #ZeroDarkThirsty #MilitaryTransition #VeteranCareers #E4Mafia #VeteranMentorship #PostMilitaryLife #HiringVeterans

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