From Analyst to Leadership Psychologist: Hustle and Confidence

10/14/23 • 52 min

On this episode we talk with Ashley P. and learn more about hustling, believing in yourself, and finding your tribe.
(0:00) Intro and Background
(3:23) How to understand when its time to leave
(5:14) Learning about Organizational psychology and getting the courage to leave the IC
(11:15) Decision on whether to pursue a PhD program
(15:40) Should you get your PhD?
(21:02) Dealing with imposter syndrome
(25:00) Building a personal brand, or lack thereof
(32:00) Breaking into consulting
(36:30) Important things to highlight in interviews
(40: 58) Salary negotiations
(44:50) Feeding the Wolf: Should you start your own LLC?

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From Special Forces to Consulting: Due Diligence & Acumen

In our first interview, we talk with Ryan G. about his transition from special forces to Big 4 consulting.
(0:00) Intro
(1:12) Background & Origin Story: Going through Special Forces selection and the Q-course
(10:48) How developing business skills actually helped during SF selection
(18:20) Why did the business sector look so appealing
(22:14) What strategies and tools did Ryan use to network
(23:41) How do you build business acumen while still in government
(27:00) How do you decide on the right consulting firm
(28:17) How did you navigate the salary conversations
(33:00) Why federal consulting is an easy transition
(38:50) What skills government personnel should consider developing while still in government
(40:50) Lighting round questions

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From the Marine Corps to McChrystal Group: Helping Build the Team of Teams

This week we're joined by Geoff Tokajer, a Principal at the McChrystal Group. We go deep into finding meaning outside of government service, and talk through the utility of an MBA.
(0:00) Intro and Background
(6:30) Struggling with identity: Making the tough decision to leave the military
(9:50) MBA discussion: what you get out of it and should you get one
(20:50) How was private sector culture different from the military
(23:24) Dealing with the loss of identity
(26:23) Transitioning to the McChrystal Group
(32:52) Is consulting the best career move after the military or being in the IC, and skills you need
(45:13) Helping veterans through Shield and Stripes

If you’d like to volunteer with, donate to, or learn more about Shield and Stripes, please visit their website at https://shieldsandstripes.org/
If you’re a transitioning military member, or a member of the IC, and are looking for additional advice, then reach out to Geoff through his LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/in/geofftokajer/)

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