Join hosts Shawn and Mark as they sit down with Navy veteran Tyrone
Hewitt, a dedicated transition counselor and volunteer with Act Now
Education. With 20 years of military service under his belt, Tyrone
shares his inspiring journey of helping service members and veterans
navigate their transitions into civilian careers.
In this
episode, Tyrone dives into the power of certifications and education in
unlocking better job opportunities. He shares an impactful story about a
veteran who saved $2,000 on a PMP certification by utilizing available
programs, showcasing the incredible resources available to service
members. Tyrone highlights how certifications not only empower veterans
and military spouses to negotiate salaries and meet job qualifications
but also prepare them for long-term success—all without accumulating
debt.
💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The invaluable resources offered by Act Now Education, including certifications for PMP, IT security, and more.
✅ Strategies for leveraging certifications to stand out in competitive job markets.
✅ Overcoming the challenges of transition by prioritizing goals and focusing on high-impact programs.
✅ Balancing education, transition, and family expectations to avoid burnout.
✅ How active duty programs can support education and certifications, benefiting both retention and transition success.
Tyrone’s
advice is clear: Don’t be afraid to seek help, build your network, and
take full advantage of the resources designed for veterans and military
spouses. Whether you're transitioning out of the military, supporting a
veteran, or just looking for insights into career success, this episode
is packed with actionable tips and valuable perspectives.
📌 Action Items for You:
👉 Watch more episodes of the VET S.O.S. series to gain deeper insights and knowledge.
👉 Connect with podcast guests on LinkedIn to continue the conversation and grow your professional network.
👉 Explore the Act Now Education platform for certifications, career resources, and preparation tools.
🔗 Links & Resources:
🌐 Visit Act Now Education for more resources and opportunities: https://actnoweducation.org/.
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forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to the VET S.O.S. channel for
more inspiring and resourceful content! Together, we can support the
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