In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Eric Brew
sit down with Stacey Gordon, a dedicated veteran advocate and life
skills educator. Stacey shares her inspiring journey transitioning from a
New Jersey public school teacher to a passionate military transition
coach. Her personal experiences during 9/11, her mother’s brain
aneurysm, and her grandmother’s battle with breast cancer fueled her
commitment to helping veterans and their families successfully navigate
life after military service.
Stacey introduces her company,
Strategy to Success, a dynamic platform offering life skills education
through tailored workshops, interactive worksheets, and virtual
coaching. Her program focuses on critical areas like goal setting, time
management, self-doubt management, and building strong support
networks—essential tools for veterans transitioning to civilian life.
She
highlights the profound impact of mentorship from community leaders,
including Eric Brew, and how these relationships encouraged her to
launch her own business to support veterans. Stacey's approach
emphasizes practical solutions that empower individuals to overcome
personal and professional challenges.
Looking ahead, Stacey
shares her vision to expand Strategy to Success across diverse sectors,
including corporate, higher education, nonprofits, and government
agencies—ensuring that veterans and their families have access to the
life skills needed for long-term success.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
- How Stacey transformed personal adversity into a mission to serve veterans
- The importance of mentorship and building a reliable support network
- Actionable strategies for mastering goal setting and time management
- How Strategy to Success is making an impact in the veteran community
🔗 Connect with Stacey Gordon:
📧 Email:
[email protected]💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-m-gordon-9772b8120/
📌 Action Items:
✅ Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn to learn more about her work
✅ Email Stacey to discuss how Strategy to Success can support your transition
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