Breaking Free from Debt with Action
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Debt can feel like an overwhelming burden that creates growing anxiety for not only yourself but also your family. When you’re in the thick of debt, it can be hard to know how to get started and the best path forward. In this episode, I’m going over strategies to help you get control of your debt with action and help you on the path to financial success. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Navigating into Civilian Life and Veteran Ventures
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We talk a lot about the struggles of transitioning out of the military – losing that sense of purpose, the steady paycheck, and the tribe you trust. But what we don’t highlight enough is the flip side: how that transition can be a launchpad to an incredible career or business and a life you design. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Brendan Aronson, a Marine turned entrepreneur who’s all about creating pathways for veterans into leadership roles. From his time in investment banking to building a company that connects vets with high-growth careers, he’s got a front-row seat...
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Hiring Freelancers for Your Business
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Starting and running a business solo is difficult even for the most knowledgeable and disciplined. It’s hard to find the time of day and mental fortitude to be a jack of all trades. Hiring help can seem scary when you aren’t sure if you’ll make enough to pay them. In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve been testing and using freelancer marketplaces to hire experts to help me get tasks and projects done in my business on a budget. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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The Power of Living Debt-Free and Seizing Opportunity
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We often hear about how debt or the lack of a financial cushion can trap us in a cycle of stress, forcing tough decisions that might dig us deeper into trouble. Often, it’s not because we want to but because our finances leave us no choice. What we don’t talk about enough is the flip side: how being debt-free and having savings can open doors to incredible opportunities in life. In this special episode, I sit down with Steve Stewart, the talented editor behind this podcast, to dive into his inspiring journey of becoming debt-free and the amazing paths it’s allowed him to pursue....
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{Encore} What’s Your Trash Worth
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Food spending is often where budgets go off the rails—eating out adds up fast and can leave you with more waste than you are even aware of. With warmer weather pulling us outdoors and tempting us to splurge, now’s the perfect time to revisit a fan-favorite episode. Today's an encore airing of What’s Your Trash Worth? For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Building Wealth on an E-1 Budget
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You don’t need a big paycheck to build a big bright future. Even if you’re starting as an E-1 with little left over after bills, you can set yourself up for financial freedom. It’s not about where you start. It’s about the consistent steps you take from there. In this episode, I’m sharing a roadmap to go from E-1 to financial success. I’m talking about avoiding money traps, budgeting like it’s your personal mission, and setting the foundation for wealth—all around military life. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Transforming Your Knowledge into Profitable Memberships
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Many service members, military spouses, and veterans have valuable knowledge, skills, and expertise to share with the world. But turning that expertise into a steady stream of income can feel like an overwhelming challenge. Where do you even start, and how can you create something that generates revenue, makes a meaningful impact or both? In this episode, Stu McLaren, a membership expert, shares his insights on how to turn your expertise into predictable, recurring revenue through memberships. He shares the basics of memberships, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to find the right...
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Redefining Your Story and Success After Military Service
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Leaving the military can mean your entire identity is changing. It can be overwhelming. What is next for you in your career and your mission? In this episode, Olivia Nunn shares her journey from military service to becoming a leading advocate for mental health and an authority in the branding world. We’ll dive into how she navigated the challenges of transitioning to entrepreneurship, her insights on destigmatizing mental health within the military and veteran communities, and why storytelling is key to building a strong personal or professional brand—even when selling...
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Building Wealth for Military Families
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Building wealth is a financial buzz phrase we hear a lot. We all want a build-up of wealth, but how do we get there, and what does that path look like for service members and their families? In this episode, Jerry Quinn, shares actionable insights for military families looking to build wealth and achieve financial success, what wealth-building means, and practical strategies for saving, investing, and navigating tight budgets. Jerry is a Colonel in the Army Reserve who has spent more than 30 years working in banking and insurance, specifically on military and veteran financial, housing, and...
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Financial Management of VA Disability and Military Retirement
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Getting out of the military can be an exciting and daunting time mixed into one. In addition to starting new careers, potentially moving to a new location, and shifting your identity away from service member, there are VA disability compensation, military retirement pay, and tax planning to conquer. In this episode, Curt Sheldon a former fighter pilot and highly respected financial expert, dives into the essential financial and tax considerations for service members and veterans navigating VA disability compensation and military retirement. Curt explains the key differences between VA...
info_outlineBuilding the infrastructure of a business from the ground up isn’t for everyone, but starting a business doesn’t always mean you have to start from scratch.
In this episode, Bryan Park shares how he transitioned from military life to building a nationwide flooring business. He talks about the importance of integrity in business, navigating challenges with resilience, and why the trades are a path worth considering for financial success.
Bryan Park is the Founder and CEO of Footprints Flooring, a flooring installation company with over 150 territories in the U.S. Bryan grew up in south Denver. He attended the Air Force Academy. Like most people who serve, Bryan’s military experience strengthened his belief in and commitment to integrity, duty, and leadership.
Bryan serves on the Board of Directors for the National Wood Flooring Association. Under his leadership, Footprints Floors has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing franchises in America by Entrepreneur magazine.
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