Ever felt like skipping the chain of command? Or wondered how to truly thrive after military service? In this episode, Vic and John sit down with Air Force veteran and veteran coach Daniel Faust to explore the gray area of Reserve retirement, the emotional hurdles of transition, and what it truly takes to advocate for those in need.

Key Moments

[00:01:29] Don't Skip the Chain of Command: A hilarious, cautionary tale about a Marine who went straight to the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps on social media to solve a bonus issue.

[00:07:09] From Active Duty to Reserve: Daniel Faust shares his unique transition story, including the challenges of his mental health AFSC and how fate led him to the Reserves.

[00:13:54] The Gray Area of Retirement: We discuss the complexities of Air Reserve Technician (ART) retirement and not receiving retirement pay until age 58.

[00:20:30] The Freedom to Advocate: Daniel Faust explains why he's leaving federal employment to freely advocate for veterans on crucial issues like homelessness and food insecurity, without government restrictions.

[00:22:31] TriCare Realities: A deep dive into the costs and limitations of TriCare for reservists compared to active-duty service members.

[00:29:49] The 90-Day Goalpost Strategy: We break down a crucial strategy for successful transitions: a family-centric, 90-day goal evaluation to stay on track and reduce stress.

[00:33:53] Relationships & Purpose: Daniel Faust gives a raw account of how his post-military business pursuits almost ruined his marriage and the importance of prioritizing family and faith.

[00:50:56] From Pain to Purpose: Daniel Faust reflects on his past failures, sharing how he turns "wounds into wisdom" to help others in his coaching business.

[01:14:08] The Military Influencer Conference (MIC): Key insights for first-time attendees, including what to expect and tips for making the most of your time at the event.

[01:17:06] Learn and Live Coaching: Daniel Faust introduces his coaching business and how to get a free session for veterans and first responders. He also explains why he's considering an oil rig "side hustle" to fund his dream.

Resources Mentioned

Military Retirement Group (Facebook): A community for veterans, retirees, and those transitioning out of service.

Daniel Faust (LinkedIn): Connect with Daniel Faust for insights on veteran transformation and coaching.

Learn and Live Coaching / "War Hero to Superhero": Find all of Daniel Faust's resources, including free sessions and challenges, at linktr.ee/warherotosuperhero.

"Bottom Line Up Front" Book: Your essential guide to navigating your military transition. Get your copy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mqrY5d

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