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📌 Episode Summary

In this heartfelt and motivating episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, hosts John and Vic sit down with Brian Arrington, founder and CEO of Vets2Industry, to explore the mindset shift every service member needs before they transition: Don’t just retire from something — retire to something. Brian shares hard-earned wisdom from his own transition journey, the founding of Vets2Industry, and his mission to connect every veteran and family member to the opportunities, resources, and community they need to thrive. If you’re preparing to separate, retire, or just want to feel re-inspired, this episode is a must-listen.

🔗 Links & Resources

🧭 Vets2Industry — Free resources for veterans and families

📘 Bottom Line Up Front by John McConnell — https://amzn.to/4jUiPky

👥 Military Retirement Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/981767756191573

📺 The Green Logbook YouTube Channel — https://youtube.com/@thegreenlogbook

🎧 Military Retirement Podcast — https://youtube.com/@militaryretirementpodcast

🧠 Key Quote

“If you don’t have a mission when you leave, you’ll feel lost. The military gives you structure — so make sure you’re retiring to something that keeps you going.” — Brian Arrington

⏱️ Key Topics & Timestamps

Time Topic

0:00 Opening thoughts: What it means to “retire to something”

0:30 Introducing Brian Arrington and the mission of Vets2Industry

1:20 Brian’s transition story — how he found purpose through service

2:30 Why community and identity vanish after transition — and how to reclaim them

3:30 The importance of having a post-military plan and mission

4:00 Common mistakes service members make when separating

5:00 The story behind Vets2Industry and who it’s for

6:00 Final thoughts: don’t just exit. Build your next chapter.