About this episode

This episode discusses the transition of special operations forces veterans into the private sector and the skills they bring to employers.

In the latest episode of the Mintz On Air: Practical Policiespodcast, Jen Rubin is joined by Dave Lagasse for an unscripted conversation about the transition of special operations forces veterans into the private-sector workplace, and the valuable skills and perspectives they can bring to employers. This episode is part of a series of conversations designed to help employers navigate workplace changes and understand general legal considerations. Together, Jen and Dave explore: The meaning of the Navy SEAL motto “The only easy day was yesterday” and its relevance to working in complex, high-pressure business environments Five truths about special operations forces and how they relate to the private sector, including the critical role of support functions, and how trust and collaboration drive mission and business success The need for proactive training and preparation before a crisis, rather than reactive decision-making Listen for insights on how the unique leadership mindsets and team-oriented approach developed through special ops experience can be a huge asset to employers in the private sector.

People in this episode

Host: Jen Rubin

Guest: Dave Lagasse

Topics covered

• special operations forces
• veterans in the workplace
• leadership mindsets
• team-oriented approach
• crisis management
• business success

Keywords

• special ops
• veterans
• workplace transition
• leadership
• business environments
• trust
• collaboration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Navy SEAL

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