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David Rutherford – Veterans Becoming Hippies, the Destructiveness of the Hero Archetype, and Relieving Your Expectation of Perfection (Episode #17)

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“I have the worst voice that’s ever in the history of voices, but I’ll makeup these crazy-ass songs – like really dysfunctional, crazy beat, dark, nasty songs – and I’m laughing and [my wife] is like, ‘please stop.'”

– David Rutherford

Welcome to Episode #17 of the Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans, where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life and your transition. Those Titans range from NYT best-selling authors to former heads of state to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing: David Rutherford.

David has worked with the Navy SEALs, Blackwater, and the CIA.. He also hosted an award-winning podcast in addition to working with the 2019 World-Series Champions Boston Red Sox. David also spends a lot of time focusing on mindset with his company FrogLogic.

So how does David do it? Listen and find out.

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Benjamin Asare – A Different Approach to Law School, the Power of Being Intentional, and Befriending the People on the Outskirts (Episode #16)

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“I had to realize there is a responsibility to put [other people] at ease.”

– Benjamin Asare

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans, where it is our job to breakdown and analyze heavy hitters in the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life. Those heavy hitters range from NYT best-selling authors to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing Benjamin Asare.

Benjamin is currently in the Army JAG Corps and had an odd transition back to the civilian world. He was sent to law school by the Army and had three years back in the private realm, and his peers loved him. Benjamin’s cohort even selected him as a speaker during graduation. His approach to relationship building had people talking about long after he left.

So how did Benjamin do it? Listen and find out. 

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Eric Wright – Understanding CIVDIV Doctrine, Wandering the Transition Desert, and Why Project Management Might be the Perfect Career for You (Episode #15)

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“It hurts me to me my soul to hear bad information like ‘you’re going to have to take $20,000 less in salary and an accept entry-level job.’ No, you’re NOT!”

– Eric Wright

Hello everyone, welcome to Episode 15 of the “Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans” where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in both the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life. Those Titans range from NYT best-selling authors, to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing Eric Wright.

Eric can only be described as electric dynamite. He has a magnetic personality that he has leveraged to help over 800 veterans get into Project Management Careers worth over $83 Million is cumulative starting salaries.

So how does Eric do it? Listen and find out. 

NOTE: Unfortunately due to a rendering glitch, the 2nd half of Eric’s interview was lost to the Phantom Realm so today’s episode is much shorter than usual. 

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  • The Job Desert
  • Building and Creating Value
  • Wandering the Transition Desert
  • Detecting BullShitters
  • Becoming Relatable
  • Leadership vs. Management
  • Honing Customer Identification

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Rich Cardona – Moving Past Perfection, Unflinching Honesty, and the Joy of Walking Away from the Safe Route (Episode #14)

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“If you are able to codify a solution for them, and you don’t even have the fucking job yet… people are going to EMBRACE you.”

– Rich Cardona

Hello everyone, welcome to Episode # of the “Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans” where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in both the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life. Those titans range from NYT best-selling authors, to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing: Rich Cardona.

Rich is a retired Marine Corps aviator who tried the traditional job route after serving his country. While successful, Rich was unfulfilled and knew he wanted something more. He decided to leave a situation most people dream of, and strike out on his own. He has now worked with companies like VaynerX, BunkerLabs, and Smart Passive Income.

So how does Rich do it? Listen and find out. 

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Michael Jensen – The Difference Between Aggression and Anger, Starting Over in Alaska, and How You Win With Kindness (Episode #13)

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“Why do you feel so secure working for someone else? When things go bad who is going to lose their job? It’s gonna be you.”

– Michael Jensen

Hello everyone, welcome to Episode # of the “Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans” where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in both the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life. Those titans range from NYT best-selling authors, to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing: Michael Jensen.

Michael is a former Army JAG officer who went on to become:

  • One of the “Super Lawyers of Alaska”;
  • One of the “Best Lawyers of America”;
  • One of the Nation’s “Top Injured Workers’ Attorneys”;
  • One of the“National Trial Lawyers Top 100”

So how does Micahel do it? Listen and find out. 

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Steph Figarelle – Overcoming Arrogance, Establishing Boundaries, and How to Spot BS Fitness Advice (Episode #12)

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“This industry should know enough by now about how to protect a client from getting injured.”

– Steph Figarelle

Hello everyone, welcome to Episode # of the “Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans” where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in both the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life. Those titans range from NYT best-selling authors, to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom.

Today we are interviewing: Steph Figarelle.

Steph is a 17-year veteran of the fitness industry, and she is one of the rare breeds of trainers that practices what she preaches. Steph is successful because her clients get and maintain their results. In an industry where people spend a lot of time focused on their bodies, Steph spends a lot of time helping people fix their mindset.

So how does she do it? Listen and find out. 

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