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The NAAFI Break podcast highlights the transition from the military into second career success. The measure of success is subjective and different for everyone, although it is common to define it in many cases as achieving fulfilment by finding
Gina Atkinson joins me on the NAAFI BREAK podcast to uncover what drives her to 'Give Back' and support a variety of causes, all of which are driven by personal and purposeful reasons.From Army Cadet to Inspiration of Year 2022 in the Soldierin
As we journey through to three years and over 125 episodes, the "How to make a successful transition from the military?" focus of our podcast continues to resonate and extend its influence into broader circles. The authentic narratives from our
Every guest on NAAFI Break brings their lived experience and their personal truth around the transition from the military into a second career. Some follow traditional pathways, some go on a squiggly path, others go cross country so to speak,
The NAAFI Break Podcast has covered many aspects of the transition from the military to a second career, always leaning on the 'truth' and lived experience of those who have served or connected to our Veteran Community. That is why when a guest
Steven Ferris joined me on the NAAFI Break podcast to highlight his personal lived experiences of joining the RAF as a Physical Education Officer and his goal to forge a career in the Parachuting world. His RAF career brought him ‘money can’t
Leaving the Military is different for everyone, with many distancing themselves initially before feeling the pullback to reconnect or give back to the Veteran Community. One thing that seemed part of our DNA while serving is being physically fi
This week my Guest is Ria Jackson, Blogger, Advocate and founder of The V Word, who I would describe as a ‘Doer’. Using her own lived experience to trigger her drive, to create a safe space for female Veterans to share their different lived ex
This week my guest is Dorthe Jacobsen, a Dane who has contributed to a series of publications available to the Danish Military to help them understand the impact of their service, deployments etc on their family.It looks through the lens of the
I’m joined by Peter Lewis, an Army Veteran and Chief People Officer at SuperNova Capital. A Long way from the 16 year old, big fish - little pond, into the Army and a rude awakening with a dodgy suitcase on arrival at Recruit Training.Peter is
It is always invigorating to hear the stories of second career success, but even more so when that person not only transitions well, but then ‘gives back’ to help the ne t generation of Service Leavers.Roger Green is a man with an infectious en
The highest ranking guest to have joined me on the NAAFI Break, not that it is of huge significance, but I have been curious to see a different perspective and approach to the transition process. What is more comforting and enlightening, is t
RAF Veteran Alistair McFarland joins me as my guest on the NAAFI Break podcast, discussing the change in mindset and priorities experienced when joining and leaving his military career. Alistair was able to articulate the changes in his priorit
When I saw the 'NAAFI Break Veterans Hub' on LinkedIn, I could not resist exploring and making contact with founder Sebastian Edwards-Beech, a Household Cavalry Veteran, who moved into a successful Private Security career on leaving the Army.
I am joined on the NAAFI Break podcast this week by James Paul Watson, Author, Local Counsellor, founder of Ex- Forces Union CIC with a 1st Class Honours degree in Military History, but most important an Irish Guards Veteran.We discuss the way
This episode we meet Sam OConnor, Royal Marine Veteran and Co owner of The Floorsmith LTD. He shares his lived experience, the lessons learned and mistakes made!Sam is one of my ‘younger ‘ Veteran guests and certainly provides a different attit
I am back to kick off 2023 with another story of second career success after the military.Alistair Scott, is well established in the Commercial world, having entered the Facilities Management sector after leaving an Army career behind, A REME V
Sean Foley, is the EQCommando. A former Royal Marine, he has crafted a career, launched off the back of a moment of stark realisation on a ridge in Kuwait. His journey hasn’t been linear, more of a squiggly one, but he walks his own talk. He is
Founder of The Spearhead Foundation former Rifleman Craig and I first met on a rugby pitch 10 years ago. I had no idea of the personal journey he was on from his medical discharge from the Army following injuries sustained in Afghanistan.The ex
For the first time I have invited a previous guest back to the NAAFI Break podcast. A year ago I came across a Veteran who was stirred to action by the Afghan Refugee crisis and he decided to do more than make an online donation to help. So beg
Nature or nurture? When it comes to resilience and adaptability, some people develop the traits early in life. If we all had an easy life there would be no need to be resilient?Rach Wiliamson, is an RAF Veteran, who before joining had to shift
It seems like a milestone to reflect on and summarise what has been shared on the NAAFI Break podcast so far.The original aim was to shine a light on the transition from the Military into a successful second career, this still remains the purpo
The transition from the military to second career has given me a host of angles to explore through the podcast guests. With the lived experience of our Veteran. as well as the impact on family NAAFI Break has highlighted the resilience, adapta
A share from my other podcast Changing Gear with JobOppO and my day job. This episode encapsulates the continued Service that we feel and why it’s important to the Veteran and Service Leavers Community.Honest, raw and insightful Johnny Mercer i
Ellen Plumer, enjoyed career success, the highs and the rewards, but gave it up and went travelling. On returning to the Uk took a job in the 3rd Sector as a stop gap. Almost 20 years later she is Head of Employer Services and Partnerships at B
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