Cassant welcome Nila Thompson, Chief of Staff at Talent Ascend. Nila

shares her powerful and deeply personal journey as a military spouse

navigating her husband Bruce's transition out of the military. She

candidly discusses the emotional and practical challenges they faced,

highlighting the importance of honest communication, proactive

decision-making, and strategic financial planning—including how they

successfully became debt-free before retirement. Nila also reflects on

the challenges military children face when aging out of military

benefits and passionately advocates for more comprehensive support and

resources for these young individuals.
Nila introduces Talent

Ascend's groundbreaking skills-based hiring platform, designed to bridge

the gap between job seekers and employers by connecting candidates

directly with hiring managers—eliminating the traditional resume

barrier. She elaborates on how the platform empowers individuals to

showcase their skills and experiences, creating opportunities for

meaningful employment.
Additionally, Nila highlights Talent

Ascend's impactful nonprofit divisions—Veterans Ascend, Ability Ascend,

and Mission to Ascend. Each division is dedicated to uplifting

underserved communities, including veterans, individuals with

disabilities, and previously incarcerated individuals, by providing them

with the tools and support needed to achieve career success.
Discover

how Talent Ascend is revolutionizing career development and how Nila's

advocacy is driving change for military families and underserved

communities alike. This episode is packed with actionable advice,

heartfelt stories, and empowering insights for anyone navigating

transition or seeking to support those who are.
✅ Connect with Nila Thompson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilathompson/
📚 Learn more about Talent Ascend: https://talentsascend.com/
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