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In this conversation, John and Victor discuss their YouTube channel reaching 500+ subscribers and their goal of reaching 1000 subscribers. They also talk about their plans to attend the @militaryinfluencerconference and the increasing number of people reaching out to be on their podcast. They mention the importance of supporting veterans and sharing their stories. They also discuss the need for veterans to transition back into civilian life and the challenges they face. They provide tips on accessing military benefits and resources, such as setting up a username and password for MyPay and using two-factor authentication. They also mention upcoming events and books they are reading. In this conversation, John and Victor discuss the importance of continuous learning and education. They emphasize the value of reading books and highlight the impact it can have on personal growth and development. They also discuss the influence of setting an example for others, particularly children, through reading and learning. The conversation touches on the benefits of education for veterans, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the opportunities it provides. They also mention the importance of networking and staying informed about the various benefits available to veterans.

Takeaways

The hosts celebrate reaching 500 subscribers on their YouTube channel and set a goal of reaching 1000 subscribers.

They discuss their plans to attend the Military Influencers Conference and the increasing number of people reaching out to be on their podcast.

They emphasize the importance of supporting veterans and sharing their stories.

They provide tips on accessing military benefits and resources, such as setting up a username and password for MyPay and using two-factor authentication.

They mention upcoming events, such as the Veterans Beer Club, and books they are reading, including 'Call Sign Chaos' by General James Mattis. Continuous learning and education are essential for personal growth and development.

Reading books can have a profound impact on expanding knowledge and understanding.

Setting an example through reading and learning can influence others, especially children.

Veterans have access to valuable benefits, such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill, that can support their education and career goals.

Networking and staying informed about available benefits are crucial for maximizing opportunities.

Sound Bites

"Just passed 500 on the YouTube channel"

"There is life outside of the military"

"Setting up a username and password for MyPay"

"I've spent the last 10 or 15, how many years? It's been quite a while that I've been just reading nonstop, constantly book after book after book after book and letting the books guide me to the next book rather than me just going randomly picking bestsellers or picking what everybody else is talking about."

"What actions do you take? What? Where does that information lead you to? Right. To fix something, to make something different, to change something in your life, to improve something. Right. That's I think that would be the very next step after that."

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestone and Setting Goals

03:29 Preparing for the Military Influencers Conference

05:38 Supporting Veterans and Sharing Their Stories

11:26 Tips for Accessing Military Benefits and Resources

42:04 The Power of Continuous Learning and Education

45:29 The Influence of Setting an Example through Reading

55:10 The Benefits of Education for Veterans

01:09:07 Maximizing Opportunities through Networking and Benefits