In this powerful episode of the Warrior Vetrepreneur Podcast, host JJ Hardy sits down with Nick Edwards—veteran, entrepreneur, and community builder—to talk about the transition from military life to mission-driven leadership. Nick shares his journey of overcoming adversity, building a business with purpose, and creating spaces where veterans can thrive mentally, emotionally, and professionally.

We dive into:
✅ How military experience shapes leadership style
✅ The importance of mental health in veteran communities
✅ Turning struggle into service through entrepreneurship
✅ Real strategies for creating impact beyond the uniform

Whether you’re a veteran business owner, new entrepreneur, or passionate about mental health and leadership, this episode will leave you inspired to take action and lead with intention.

🎧 Listen now to hear how Nick is making a difference—and how you can too.

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🎙️ Episode Title: From Orphan to Impact: How Travis Johnson Built a Life of Purpose, Podcasting, and Philanthropy

🚀 Description:

In this powerful episode of the Warrior Vetrepreneur Podcast, JJ Hardy sits down with Travis Johnson, Navy veteran, philanthropist, and host of the top-ranked Nonprofit Architect Podcast. Travis shares his inspiring journey from growing up in the foster care system and navigating 36 moves before graduating high school — to building a purpose-driven life centered on service, storytelling, and supporting nonprofits.

🎧 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How Travis turned trauma into a mission

✅ Tips for launching and monetizing your podcast

✅ Building influence through service and consistency

✅ Why veteran entrepreneurs are uniquely equipped to lead change

✅ How to grow a nonprofit (or business) with heart and hustle

Whether you're a veteran, first responder, or purpose-driven entrepreneur, this episode will motivate you to leverage your story, own your mission, and take action — no matter where you started.

🔥 If you're looking for tactical business advice, real conversations about overcoming adversity, and insights from a veteran who’s walked the walk — this is the episode for you.

📲 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the podcast if it resonates with you!

🔗 Warrior Vetrepreneur Podcast — Where Grit Meets Growth

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🎙️ From Combat to Canines: How an Army Veteran Turned Passion into a Thriving Dog Training Business 🐾

In this episode of the Warrior Vetrepreneur Podcast, host JJ Hardy interviews Scott Taylor, a U.S. Army combat veteran and founder of a boutique-style dog training business specializing in behavioral management, puppy development, and working dogs for law enforcement and livestock owners.

After serving over 18 years in the military—including deployments to Haiti, Korea, Greece, and Africa—Scott discovered his passion for working with dogs. He turned that passion into purpose by building a thriving business that not only helps animals but also strengthens communities.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How Scott transitioned from military service to entrepreneurship

• The leadership skills that carried over from the Army to business

• Real-world lessons in discipline, teamwork, and purpose-driven growth

• What it takes to build a successful service-based business from scratch

If you're a veteran entrepreneur, dog lover, or someone passionate about turning service into purpose, this episode is for you.

📌 Follow, rate, and share to support more veteran-owned businesses and inspiring stories!

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