In the first episode of Season 2, we sit down with Susie Hamilton, Scotland's Veterans Commissioner, to discuss her remarkable journey from military service to one of the country's leading voices for the veteran community.

Susie reflects on her own career in the Armed Forces, the leadership lessons she learned in uniform, and the experiences that shaped her approach to supporting veterans across Scotland. She also offers an insight into her role as Scottish Veterans Commissioner, highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing the veteran community today.

The conversation also explores why veterans are such a valuable asset to employers. From resilience and teamwork to leadership and problem-solving, Susie explains why the skills developed through military service make ex-service personnel a powerful addition to any workforce, and why hiring veterans makes strong business sense.

Whether you're an employer looking to broaden your talent pool, a veteran considering your next career move, or simply interested in leadership and public service, this is a conversation packed with insight, experience and practical advice.

Listen now as we explore service, leadership and the lasting impact of supporting those who have served.

🚨 Attention service leavers, veterans, and employers; stand by for incoming... 🚨

The teaser trailer for Season 2 of From Combat Boots to Business Suits has officially dropped.

Because apparently, one season wasn't enough for us to solve all the world's military transition challenges. 😉

Whether you're:

🎖️ Planning your transition out of service

🎖️ A veteran navigating civilian life

🎖️ An employer looking to tap into military talent

Season 2 is packed with real experiences and practical advice that will hopefully save you from learning everything the hard way.

While we're proudly based in Scotland, the challenges (and occasional confusion) of translating military skills into civilian success are universal across the UK.

👇 Share with a fellow veteran, service leaver, or forces-friendly employer who needs this in their feed.

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Welcome to our brand new mini-series "The Employer Edit"! Jane Burns will be sitting down with top ex-military employers to talk about why hiring veterans is great for business.

In this episode, Andy Mackay talks about his career within NHS Scotland and offers his advice to hiring managers who may not understand the value of an ex-military candidate.

In our latest podcast episode, we speak with Matthew Quinn, who shares his journey from the Army to building a successful global sales training business - and the unexpected path that led him to rediscover a sense of purpose beyond his professional achievements. Matthew discusses how volunteering during the pandemic reconnected him with service and community, ultimately leading to his role as a retained firefighter with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Hosted by our wonderful host Jane Burns, this episode offers a thoughtful look at career transition, identity after the military, and finding meaningful ways to contribute alongside a demanding day job.

Hands up if you’ve ever poured hours into networking, tailored multiple CVs, researched endlessly and practiced around the clock for interviews… only to hear the dreaded words: “We’ve selected another candidate.”

Despite his distinguished career in the Royal Air Force, Antony McCord has experienced the ups and downs of the modern civilian job hunt first hand. In our latest podcast episode, he shares 12 practical lessons from his journey - covering the honest realities of the application process to self-reflections and maintaining momentum.

Whether you’re actively looking or simply want to learn from someone who’s been there, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

Have you ever considered becoming a consultant but haven't a clue how to get started? Do you ever wondered what a consultant actually does? Matthew Maynard gives a comprehensive overview of consultancy; revealing who is best suited to the job, how he got started, and best practice for success in the field. 

This week’s episode explores the theme of 'Great Expectations' with Chris Watson, who rose through the ranks to become a highly respected RSM in The Rifles. Leaving a hierarchical organisation like the Army for the corporate world brings its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to managing expectations during the job search and resettlement process. In this episode with Jane Burns, Chris shares his journey and lessons learned along the way.

Landing that first civilian role is always a huge resettlement milestone. However, your first job is rarely going to be your last. This week's guest, Christian Jetuah, delivers a masterclass in grasping opportunities when they are presented to you, and being unafraid to move-on in order to carve a civilian career path that is right for you. 

The finance sector remains one of the most popular with service leavers during resettlement. Many banks offer recruitment schemes specifically for ex-military candidates, as well as putting time and resources into building healthy armed forces networks. This week, Ken Neilson talks about his journey within the finance sector and why he feels it has offered him a great work-life balance in his civilian life. 

Thinking about a post-military career in renewables? You’re not alone. The sector is growing fast, and veterans have the leadership, adaptability and problem-solving skills to thrive in it. Jane Burns sits down with Tom Ogilvy to discuss his journey from the Army to Head of Operational Transformation at RES.