with 40 years of experience in environmental and leadership roles,

including 27 years in the United States Air Force. Don is a passionate

advocate for helping service members transition into civilian life with

confidence and purpose.
🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
1️⃣

The Challenges of Transition: Don dives into the common struggles

veterans face, such as identity crises, mental health issues, and

imposter syndrome. He shares eye-opening research about the critical

period when veterans are most vulnerable during their transition.
2️⃣

Mastermind Support with MTR: Learn how the Military Transition

Roundtable (MTR) uses a mastermind approach to provide guidance,

mentorship, and community support. Don explains how veterans can

overcome self-doubt and move forward with actionable steps.
3️⃣ The

Importance of Relationships and Associations: Don emphasizes the value

of joining professional associations in your desired career field and

building relationships with industry leaders even before leaving the

military.
4️⃣ Mental Health and Awareness: Discover Don’s

initiatives, such as his 50-mile ruck march, to raise funds and

awareness for soldier suicide prevention.
5️⃣ Coaching and Mentoring:

Find out how coaching and mentoring can help veterans tackle

subconscious fears, self-limiting beliefs, and imposter syndrome.
💬 Key Takeaways from Don’s Insights:
- Transition is not just about finding a job—it’s about rediscovering your purpose and building a new identity.
- Joining civilian professional associations offers networking opportunities and insider knowledge about your target industry.
- Vulnerability and self-awareness are strengths, not weaknesses, during your transition.
📌 Take Action Today:
✔️

Attend Don’s Webinar: Don’t miss his free session on Imposter Syndrome

on June 7th at 5 PM Central—a must-attend event for transitioning

veterans.
✔️ Join Professional Associations: Get involved in a

civilian organization related to your career interests to build

connections and gain valuable insights.
✔️ Start Networking Early:

Build relationships with industry leaders and mentors to make your

transition smoother and more impactful.
🔗 Resources and Links:
- Learn more about the Military Transition Roundtable (MTR):

https://www.militarytransitionroundtable.com/
- Register for Don’s Webinar on Imposter Syndrome: https://achievenewheights.com/
- Connect with Don Gleason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-gleason/

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