SO Unbecoming with Jamie Muskopf

My conversation with former Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) Site Manager now Operations Project Manager for MSSA, Candina “Dina” Janicki features a discussion of the dynamics of transition for military spouses, particularly when it comes to career, and how establishing a framework and identifying things you can, should, will and won't do for your career can be game changing as you go from duty station to duty station.  We explore why career continuity isn't always what we think it should look like but is achievable depending on how you look here. Dina and I dive into a few key approaches that I hope will help those of you who might be in a place of transition right now think about how to frame things as you move forward.

Connect with Dina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candinajanicki/

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Episode 20 features my conversation with friend and fellow Navy spouse, Engineering Site Supervisor, Rachel D’Ambra. Not only is she a highly successful career woman, a 9 year Navy veteran, and mom of two, but she’s here to share her tremendous knowledge of the Au Pair program. As we know, child care can be THE biggest barrier to returning to work for many military spouses and I’m so thankful that Rachel was willing to share her extensive knowledge of how using the Au Pair program works. Get ready to take some notes, friends!

To learn more about the Au Pair program mentioned in the show, visit https://www.aupairinamerica.com/ and do list Rachel D'Ambra as your referral if you don't mind!

Additional legal information about this topic can be found here: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/22/62.31

NOTE: As a general disclaimer, the information shared here reflects the experiences and personal opinions of my guest and are not the opinions of her employer, the Department of the Navy or the Department of State. The details shared within about the Au Pair program or regulations regarding the Au Pair program are subject to change. Please visit the Au Pair in America website for the most up to date information or the Department of State website for more information https://j1visa.state.gov/programs/au-pair. 

I am very excited to bring you a conversation I had some time ago with THE Military Money Expert Lacey Langford. Lacey helps SO MANY military families get their financial acts together and I thought she’d be a fantastic expert to have on this show because one of the hardest topics to discuss when you’re dual career, especially if it’s new or new again, is money! Lacey is not only a money expert but she’s a veteran, a mom, and a milspouse and I know you’re going to appreciate her tips today. 

You can learn more about Lacey and hear her wildly popular podcast, The Military Money Show, at laceylangford.com

Today's conversation features Marla Bautista, a professional writer, Army spouse, and mom. She shares a very personal story of how she got lost in military life and struggled in her marriage, only to rise above it by pursuing the work she loves and fighting to keep her family together. 

Connect with Marla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlabautista/

In our conversation, veteran, speaker, and nurse practitioner, Elis Salamone shares her thoughts on goal setting - something I know from personal experience can help us no matter what we’re trying to achieve and especially when we’re attempting to map out a career plan. Earlier this year I went to a LeanIn workshop she hosted which was inspiring and transformative and ever since, Elis has been speaking to audiences, most recently as a #IAmRemarkable facilitator. 

Connect with Elis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissalamonewhnp/

We're back! Team Muskopf has successfully PCSed across the country and the podcast has a new introduction, an updated focus, and a new conversation to share! After a 19 year career gap, technologist, friend, and former full time mom, Jacqueline Widdis, learned how to adopt a true growth mindset and found herself working for one of the largest technology companies in the world. Jackie shares her story and insights with humor and humility. I'm so grateful to bring you this conversation with my friend, Program Manager, Jacqueline Widdis. 

Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinewiddis/

In Episode 14 of SO Unbecoming, I am REALLY excited to bring you my conversation with THIS powerhouse Air Force mil spouse EXPERT. She is the Founder of Dependent.Work a Military Spouse Talent Community that provides support, education and guidance for Military Spouses looking to continue their careers while supporting their Service Member and the Military Mission.  We talk compensation, applying for employment, using LInkedIn, mindset, and so much more. Enjoy my conversation with Human Resources Professional, Tia Prevo.

Visit dependent.work for more information about her thriving community.

Check out Dependent.Work on Instagram.

Connect with Tia on LinkedIn.

In Episode 12, we meet Army Spouse, Economist, and now Technologist Dr. Ruth Aisabokhae. Ruth is a native of Nigeria, a recent graduate of Microsoft’s Military Spouse Technology Academy, and today she talks about military spouse employment overseas and how her personal experiences led to struggle but also self discovery. Ruth shares some powerful advice and insights that I think military spouses, advocates, and employers can learn from. 

You can connect with Ruth on LinkedIn.