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In the latest episode of "Altar of the Demo Gods," we welcome Larci Robertson, who shares her incredible journey from the Navy to becoming a successful sales engineer. 🎙️ Discover how her background in threat intelligence and government contracting paved the way for a thriving career in tech sales. Tune in to hear about her first Black Hat experience, the transition challenges, and her valuable advice for those looking to break into tech sales. 🚀 #CareerTransition #TechSales #VeteranSuccess

In the dynamic landscape of defense, recalling the wisdom of Dwight D. Eisenhower, 'In preparing for battle, I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.' Let our approach in the defense industry be a testament to adaptive planning and strategic foresight. Elevate preparedness, empower adaptability. Success is forged in the crucible of thoughtful preparation and the ability to pivot when needed.

This event is getting Bigger and BIGGER! The event of all events. A must-go event if you are looking to collaborate, gain and share knowledge, and build partnerships. Check this event out, and when you register, I'll give you an additional 5% off when you use Promo Code: Cowboy1. Together we can make this industry better than it is. LET'S GO! #brokers #carriers #freightbrokerage Broker Carrier Summit

After the commercial aired last night, a younger member of the Superbowl get-together asked, "Hey is that the new Statefarm guy?" I retorted, "You mean, is that Arnold Schwarzenegger in a Statefarm Insurance commercial?" A large part of serving as the Entertainment Media Liaison is networking and nurturing relationships on behalf of the Marine Corps, to open doors and reach our audience through the entertainment industry. A strong network in this industry offers a platform for collaboration, where you can exchange resources, seek advice, and collaborate on projects. In our case, we are part of an organization with 180,000 different stories that can help connect the American public with U.S. Marines. By the way, Hollywood is interested in telling these stories! More importantly, expanding your network is not just about accumulating contacts; it's about building meaningful relationships that can propel organizations into a mutually beneficial relationship. One such relationship has allowed me to ask the former governor to attend my promotion. Though he couldn't make it, he sent his regards. Keep leaning forward and seize every opportunity to expand the network and watch your influence continue to make an impact. #gettothechoppa #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #Influence #Opportunities #Success #Connections

Discover the challenges and lessons of transitioning from military to civilian employment in this Q&A session with #Peraton. Together, let's explore the stories of resilience, adaptability, and success that define the journey from military life to fulfilling civilian careers. Mission Transition: Unlocking Your Next Career (https://lnkd.in/eFW6YzUB) #veteranshelpingveterans #veterantransition

The power of negotiation!

Good for Kirk. He deserves every penny. Why did government (i.e. Medicare) and insurance companies CUT paychecks AGAIN to Nurses, Healthcare Workers, Physicians despite having more experience, expertise every year then? Is saving people's lives/limbs/organs not worthy enough? #MoralTrauma #Moralinjustice #MoralAssault #Moralinjury #BurnOut #StrongerTogether #BetterTogether #EnoughIsEnough #WhatWillItTake #SeatattheTable #HealthcareAdvocacy #Healthcare #Medicine #Patients #HealthcareHeroes #HealthcareProfessionals #Nurses #Doctors  #StopMedicareCuts #FixMedicareNow #Medicare #AMA #TMA

Live QA IG Interview with Magnus Nilsson! 🌟 Did you catch that inspiring live Q&A on IG with Magnus? If you missed it, you definitely missed out on some serious wisdom! We wished we could extend it by an hour because every minute was worth listening to. ⏰✨ Meet Magnus: a US Navy Lieutenant with 4-5 years in the Reserves, living in Virginia. 🏡 Despite a challenging upbringing with an alcoholic father, Magnus always believed in a bigger plan for his life. 🌟💪 Now, he's not just a lieutenant, but also a successful franchise business owner of Franchise Magnet (linktr.ee/Franwmag) . Magnus's approach to franchising is all about systems and relationships, emphasizing the importance of having strong systems and building solid relationships to open doors to industries where you might lack experience. He also highlights the power of faith and determination, reminding us that no matter the obstacles, with faith and determination, you can overcome anything. 🙏💼 Magnus embodies the belief that Christ's strength is greater than any challenge. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, you can achieve greatness with the right mindset and support. 🌠 Feeling those vibes of hope & encouragement? 🌎 Then come on over and join us at Be Encouraged with Frank & Lisa, where the positivity is infectious, and every success story is worth celebrating! #BeEncouraged #encouragementproducers #hopeinfusers #encouragenation #EncourageOneAnother #hopeforthefuture #hopeandhealing #hopeinaction #hopedealer

After a recent Board meeting, Stephen Schwartz and I took a Dialogue Miles™ walk in French Park, in Cincinnati OH. We walked about 5 miles and stopped by Steve’s childhood home where we climbed through the brush to get a glimpse of the backyard he played in as a kid. He described the joy of living in that neighborhood, from bottle rockets and sledding to running track. After the walk, we enjoyed a wonderful dinner with Steve and Felice at their home.   About a decade ago Steve asked me to join the Board of LION, which has been a true honor. During this period I became exposed to countless examples of what a purpose-driven company can achieve. Lion’s Purpose is to ensure first responders and military personnel are ready for action. Their Mission: Each and every day we fulfill the personal safety, readiness, and identity needs of our customers worldwide.   A few takeaways…   - We should walk with business associates as CEOs to ponder and discuss ideas more often. - The act of walking and talking is a very different experience than just sitting across a table from someone. It can be easier to have more time to ponder and process thoughts while walking and talking which is very comfortable to me.  - Steve and I are good thought partners because of our curiosity about what we observe or hear, and how we deliver our answers that are not threatening or condescending. It's so important to have thought partners in all phases of your life.   - Knowing people in the office is a lot different than seeing a person through the lens of their life journey.   - A great reward is when you know someone professionally and then you see their personal life. It is amazingly additive.

Your team is watching you, and your actions speak louder than words. I recently spoke with someone still on active-duty, who was about to embark on the monumental task of taking Battalion Command. During the conversation, I got the impression that they were going to dive head-first and run full-speed for the entire two-year stint. So I asked: what about taking time off? To which they replied (and I’m paraphrasing): I can rest when I change out. I saw this a lot in the military. There is a belief that the leader has to be first in, last out, and never take vacation.  The problem with this mindset is that you’re setting unrealistic expectations that your team cannot (and shouldn’t) live up to. If you want your team to be balanced, model it.  Go home at a decent hour.  Take your earned vacation days.  Call in sick when you need to.  When’s the last time you took a vacation? (Photo: crab hunting with my daughter off the coast of NC)