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S1 Why Transition Can Feel Like High School Again
Episode Overview Transitioning out of the military isn’t just a career change—it’s a complete identity shift. In this episode, Joe and Scott unpack a powerful insight from a recent session with over…
S1 Veteran Transition and the Voices in Your Head
Episode Overview In this conversation, Joe and Scott unpack the complicated role comparison plays in the veteran transition journey. They explore the difference between healthy comparison that…
S1 What Sucks About Transition Programs? We asked veterans...
Episode Summary What actually sucks about veteran transition? In this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, Scott and Joe dig into an honest conversation about feedback from veterans navigating…
S1 The Real Enemy in Transition Isn’t the Job Market—It’s Fear
Episode Overview Fear is a normal part of transition — but if it goes unnamed, it will quietly shape your decisions. In this episode, Scott and Joe unpack the hidden role fear plays in military…
S1 Serious Play for a Serious Transition: How Creativity Can Guide Your Next Mission With Van Lai-DuMone
🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode, hosts Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara sit down with Van Lai-DuMone, a team and leadership development expert who uses LEGO Serious Play and creative problem-solving…
S1 The Hero’s Journey After Service With Alex Gendzier and Rob Sarver
Episode Title: “The Hero’s Journey After Service: Reframing Transition for Veterans” 📘 Overview: In this powerful episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with Rob…
S1 Getting Yourself Unstuck in Transition
Episode Description: In this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with Joe Lara to talk about a challenge nearly every veteran faces during transition—feeling…
S1 Let Your Past Be a Teacher, Not Your Identity
🔍 Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Vector Accelerator Podcast, host Scott Schimmel sits down with returning guest Joe Lara for a meaningful conversation about the role of self-reflection during…
S1 Discernment over Default: How to Avoid Settling in Your Civilian Career
Episode Summary: In this thoughtful conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara dive into one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of military transition—discernment. Instead of rushing into a…
S1 Your Point of View About Work Shapes Everything
Summary In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara dive into the evolving nature of work philosophy, emphasizing the importance of personal reflection and the influence of one's surroundings…
S1 “What Kind of Life Do You Want?”
Summary In this conversation, Joe Lara reflects on his life journey from being an 18-year-old seeking change to becoming a 51-year-old who has undergone significant transformation. The discussion…
S1 Redefining Success in Veteran Transition
Summary In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Joe Lara explore the complexities of measuring impact in veteran transition programs. They discuss the importance of defining success beyond just job…
S1 The Transition Trap: Are You Chasing Approval or Purpose?
Summary In this conversation, Joe Lara and Scott Schimmel explore the complexities of commitment, the impact of college choices, and the influence of mimetic theory on personal and career decisions.…
S1 Are Veterans AI-Proof in the Job Market?
Summary This conversation explores the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian jobs, the evolving nature of work in the age of AI, and the importance of heart and wisdom in…
S1 From the 101st Airborne to Amazon With Joe Black
Summary In this conversation, Joe Black shares his journey from military service to civilian life, highlighting his experiences with the Honor Foundation and his current role at Amazon. He discusses…
S1 Surviving the Transition Emotional Rollercoaster with Joe Lara and Scott Schimmel
Why Veteran Service Organizations Should Partner with Vector AcceleratorIf you lead a Veteran Service Organization (VSO), you already know the traditional transition process often misses the…
S1 Helping Veterans Go There: A Conversation with Joe Lara and Scott Schimmel
Summary In this conversation, Joe Lara and Scott Schimmel discuss the recent cohort of veterans participating in the Vector Accelerator program. They explore the significance of storytelling in…
S1 A Stoic Approach to Veteran Transition With Ken Davenport
Summary In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Ken Davenport explore the themes of stoicism, transition, and the search for meaning in work, particularly for veterans. They discuss the importance…
S1 A Place to Land: Creating Belonging for Every Veteran with Marcus Haney
Summary In this episode of the Vector Accelerator podcast, Scott Schimmel interviews Marcus Haney, the founder of AllegiantVets, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans transition…
S1 Hiring Veterans is Smart Business—with Beau Higgins
Summary In this conversation, Scott Schimmel and Beau Higgins discuss the challenges and opportunities in veteran transition from military to civilian life. Beau shares his personal journey from…
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Vector Accelerator has published 51 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Business, Careers.
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