In this powerful episode of The Scoop, host Kingsley sits down with Air Force veteran and emotional intelligence expert Mary Polanco, founder of Lead and Lead Well, LLC and author of Your Final Debrief. Mary shares her deeply personal story of transitioning from the military, overcoming anxiety and depression, and rediscovering her identity outside the uniform.

We explore the emotional and psychological aspects of military transition, why there's no “right” way to move forward, and how her book empowers veterans—and anyone in a life shift—to design a life aligned with their values.

📚 Learn how your final debrief can become your greatest launch point.
💻 Grab free resources or order the book at: liveandleadwell.org
🔗 Connect with Mary on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marypolanco

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Scoop, a new series from the VET S.O.S. Podcast Network! Host Kingsley Scott sits down with veteran, author, and coach Bill Kieffer to break down the realities of career transition after military service. Bill shares real-world advice on how to close the culture gap, reframe your military experience for civilian employers, and succeed in your post-military career.

Bill’s unique perspective—from both the military and corporate sides of the hiring desk—offers unmatched clarity for veterans navigating this critical life change. Tune in for real talk, honest insight, and a game plan for making the leap from uniform to civilian workforce.

📚 Check out Bill’s books on Amazon: Military Career Transition: Insights from the Employer Side of the Desk.

https://www.amazon.com/Military-Career-Transition-Insights-Employer-ebook/dp/B098TMQF92/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18OWNCBG6KDAJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.W90OXnZ7OiPamMOJ4U5YhNg8HqsOD4U166CrYTNRyABEEIRYoR4MeJ2p3WroxgapjTB-3pApz8BsPAaxIEPo4E9nw44KP7PNQaNnT3WgsGOQoO5LVUcWNuJKNAd8dtub0TerIFdZZP5JZbeF3R2OJMa944SBGecDqzmTK8teV13PZZ0Z8T7-XbPaeSFE50xrOXfAFq5yxRjU6GcJ_bD_m0E8xnhJ08RsMn8bKJiGvWI.3ZEbqBy3yTnrGtO9iiLDmo3bpsbc5vsufmsBm5FID3k&dib_tag=se&keywords=william+kieffer&qid=1748689026&s=books&sprefix=william+kieffer%2Cstripbooks%2C98&sr=1-1
🌐 Learn more at veterancareerjourney.org

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