Intel Brief: 2025 Mother of All Transition Guides
In this bonus episode, we discuss the July 2025 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine: The 2025 Mother of All Transition Guides. Find out more at GIJobs.com
Aug 18, 2025•28 min
Success After Service
In this series from G.I. Jobs, we interview veterans from all walks of life and share their stories and tips for successfully transitioning from the military to civilian life.
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Episodes
Episode 9: Dr. Lynda Davis
Join Chris Hale, CEO of VIQTORY, for a powerful conversation with Dr. Lynda Davis, the Chief Veterans Experience Officer at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. A veteran, former DoD leader, and champion for military families, Dr. Davis shares how the VA is reshaping its culture to serve veterans, caregivers, and survivors with empathy, respect, and innovation. In this wide-ranging interview, Dr. Davis discusses: 🔹 The origins and mission of the Veterans Experience Office (VEO) 🔹 How custo...
Aug 04, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Episode 8: Dr. Paul Lawrence
In this powerful interview, Chris Hale, CEO of VIQTORY, sits down with Dr. Paul R. Lawrence, the 11th Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and former Under Secretary for Benefits. An Army veteran, airborne-qualified officer, and renowned leader in both government and the private sector, Dr. Lawrence shares his insights on transforming the VA to better serve those who’ve served. 👉 Topics Covered: • VA modernization and culture change under Secretary Doug Collins • The late...
Jul 28, 2025•14 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Episode 7: Douglas Collins
In this exclusive sit-down, Chris Hale, CEO of VIQTORY and G.I. Jobs, interviews the 12th Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Doug Collins. A veteran of both the U.S. Navy and Air Force Reserve, Secretary Collins shares powerful insights from his first 100 days in office and his bold plans to reshape the VA’s future. 📌 Topics Covered: • VA culture change and employee empowerment • The growing VA benefits and healthcare system • Cutting the disability claims backlog by over 20% • The cr...
Jul 21, 2025•14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Intel Brief: 2025 Military Friendly® Employers - Summer Edition
In this bonus episode, we discuss the June 2025 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine, featuring the updated 2025 Military Friendly® Employers list. Find out more at MilitaryFriendly.com
Jun 27, 2025•14 min
Intel Brief: 2025–26 Military Friendly® Schools
In this bonus episode, we discuss the April 2025 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine, featuring the 2025–26 Military Friendly® Employers. Find out more at MilitaryFriendly.com
Apr 16, 2025•21 min
Intel Brief: 2025 Hot Jobs for Veterans
Veterans, Are You Ready for 2025? The February 2025 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine is packed with insights, tips, and success stories to help military veterans transition into high-demand careers, maximize GI Bill® benefits, and thrive in civilian life . Whether you’re looking for hot jobs for veterans, education opportunities, or expert transition advice , this issue has you covered! 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Issue: ✅ The Top 25 In-Demand Jobs for veterans in 2025 (cybersecurity, management, tr...
Feb 10, 2025•14 min
Episode 6: Shannon Kelly
From Navy Pilot to Healthcare Leader | Shannon Kelly’s Transition to Civilian Success Shannon Kelly had to be confident as a Navy pilot—lives depended on it. But stepping into the civilian workforce? That was a whole new challenge. She faced uncertainty, struggled to adjust her direct military communication style, and wondered if she’d ever find a career with purpose. Today, she’s thriving as an Orthopaedic Account Director at Johnson & Johnson, negotiating contracts and pricing for J&J ...
Feb 03, 2025•24 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Intel Brief: 2025 Military Friendly® Employers
In this bonus episode, we discuss the December 2024 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine, featuring the 2025 Military Friendly® Employers. Find out more at MilitaryFriendly.com
Jan 10, 2025•26 min
Episode 5: Kimberly An
Army veteran Kimberly An’s journey beyond military orders was hard, but ultimately rewarding. Learn more at https://www.gijobs.com/ Articles: https://www.gijobs.com/article/ _________ _________ Be sure to check out our FREE upcoming events at https://www.gijobs.com/events. Follow us on social! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gi-jobs-magazine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GIJobsMagazine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gijobsmagazine/ X: https://x.com/GIJobsMagazine TikTok: h...
Oct 24, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Episode 4: Gabriela Castillo
Gabriela Castillo, who graces the cover of the G.I. Jobs August 2023 issue, is an Army medic-turned medical student at the University of Georgia (UGA) who logged more than 450 hours serving at a medical clinic that provides free quality medical care to low-income students. Learn more at https://www.gijobs.com/ Articles: https://www.gijobs.com/article/ _________ _________ Be sure to check out our FREE upcoming events at https://www.gijobs.com/events. Follow us on social! LinkedIn: https://www.lin...
Sep 05, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Episode 3: Vincent “Rocco” Vargas
Follow Vincent Vargas, Army veteran and actor as he opens up about his experience in the Army, his transition out of service and eventually landing acting roles in the entertainment industry. Gain insights and advice and use it to help yourself in your career search. Learn more at https://www.gijobs.com/ Articles: https://www.gijobs.com/article/ _________ _________ Be sure to check out our FREE upcoming events at https://www.gijobs.com/events. Follow us on social! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin....
Aug 24, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Episode 2: Matt Disher of Cushman & Wakefield
Follow Matt Disher, Marine Corps veteran and Program Leader, Military & Veterans Chairman, Veterans ERG at Cushman & Wakefield as he opens up about his experience in the Marine Corps, his transition out of service, and eventually landing his position at Cushman & Wakefield. Gain insights and advice and use it to help yourself in your career search. Learn more at https://www.gijobs.com/ Articles: https://www.gijobs.com/article/ _________ _________ Be sure to check out our FREE upcomin...
Aug 03, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Episode 1: Tyler Merritt of Nine Line Apparel
Follow Tyler Merritt, Army veteran and Founder & CEO of Nine Line Apparel as he opens up about his transition out of service to starting and running his business from the ground up. Gain insights and advice and use it to help yourself in your career search or entrepreneurial endeavors. Learn more at https://www.gijobs.com/ Articles: https://www.gijobs.com/article/ _________ _________ Be sure to check out our FREE upcoming events at https://www.gijobs.com/events. Follow us on social! LinkedIn...
Jun 26, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Trailer: Success After Service
Success After Service is the new podcast from G.I. Jobs that features veterans from all walks of life and explores their stories, highlighting how they found success in the civilian world. Each episode features a different veteran sharing their unique story and tips and advice for anyone trying to achieve success after service. Be sure to subscribe to get notified when each new episode drops on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.
May 03, 2023•39 sec
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