{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Leadership Blueprints","title":"Finding Your Next Mission After Military Service with Jesse G-Johnson, Pete Anzovino, and Russ Destremps","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3108,"description":"What comes next when you take off the uniform and begin a new chapter? In this episode of Leadership Blueprints, BJ Kraemer kicks off the annual DoD-to-AEC series with fellow veterans and MCFA teammates Jesse G-Johnson, Pete Anzovino, and Russ Destremps. They share stories about their transitions into civilian life, the experiences that helped them find their place, and what they are still learning along the way. They explore how a military background can open doors in architecture, engineering, and construction, and how that experience continues to shape a career well beyond the first civilian job. They also offer their perspectives on joining a new organization, contributing to its future, and discovering opportunities they might not have considered while serving. Together, they take a closer look at what veterans bring to the workplace and how employers can create opportunities for that talent to grow. Finally, they explore belonging, a renewed sense of purpose, and building a future alongside people with different experiences. Tune in to learn about life after military service and the possibilities for veterans in the built environment.\nKey Points From This Episode:\n\nMeet Jesse, Pete, and Russ and hear what drew each veteran to MCFA. \nDiscover why military planning and adaptability can translate into value in AEC. \nLearn how Pete used his SkillBridge fellowship to explore where he could contribute. \nExplore how Russ identified his non-negotiables before choosing his next role.\nHear what Pete wishes he had done earlier to prepare for his military transition.\nUnderstand why leaving a shared sense of urgency was a struggle for Jesse. \nConsider how losing familiar technical expertise can affect an experienced leader.\nFind out how Russ balanced a connection to the mission with learning how a business works.\nUncover why being a good teammate must be paired with understanding value creation.\nRecognize why learning from civilian colleagues can strengthen your next...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/HFUuwck2pv_aeBQhwplB-AgvboRx8a20pIsv_X_ZltQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMjdh/MWQ5OGI5NzI4M2Jm/MTE5MzY1ZjZhYmNj/NWE1MS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}