This is Who I Am: and I’m Unapologetic About It

Send us Fan MailAmanda Finster shares her experiences as a military mom and discusses her reasons for joining the military, pivotal points in her career, challenges of being a mom in the military, parenting a child with ADHD and ODD, childcare challenges, juggling work and home life, being dual military, and overcoming imposter syndrome. In this conversation, Amanda Finster shares her experiences as the only woman in a male-dominated field and offers advice for women in the military. She emphasizes the importance of digging deep and finding your why, as well as not taking the bullshit and standing up for yourself. Amanda also discusses the challenges she faced, including hazing, and how she overcame them by focusing on her team and shifting her mindset. She encourages individuals to seek help and explore their options if they feel the military isn't the right fit for them. Amanda concludes by recommending leadership resources and offering her contact information for further guidance.Amanda has been in the military just shy of 15 years. She is a SMSgt in the 2R2 career field, and has deployed 3 times (currently deployed).  She is also a wife and a mother of two beautiful babies (Traeger age 5 and Reagan age 2). Her son has been diagnosed with ADHD and ODD so parenting a wonderfully created rebellious soul is her forte. Her husband is an Active Duty First Sergeant, so they are a mil-to-mil couple. Amanda's journey has been a rollercoaster of gratitude and challenges. She strives to make the Air Force a better place for those carrying the torch long after she leaves. She loves challenging questions and breaking barriers. The phrase “this is how it’s always been done” is her biggest pet peeve. Amanda is also a local real estate agent who’s also working on her Masters Degree in Psychology. IG: https://instagram.com/a_finster2022Support the showSUBSCRIBE and SHARE!Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo