Losing the Job, Finding the Mission: One Veteran’s Guide to Starting Over

In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, Beau Higgins sits down with Jason Grower, retired Navy Pilot and passionate veteran advocate, to talk about the realities of military transition — the good, the bad, and the uncertain. From losing a job offer weeks before retirement to finding renewed purpose through networking and community impact, Jason’s story is a roadmap for navigating life after service.

Jason shares how critical it is to own your transition, build your network before you need it, and stay connected to your community — both professionally and personally. The conversation also explores how veterans can rediscover purpose, give back, and thrive in new ways beyond the uniform.

Beau and Jason dive into the following topics:

• Why transitioning service members must own their careers
 • The misconceptions around networking — and how it actually mirrors military life
 • How to rebuild your identity and purpose after taking the uniform off
 • The importance of asking for help — and doing it the right way
 • Local vs. national resources for veterans — and why knowing where you're going matters
 • How volunteering and mentorship can fill the “give-back” gap many veterans feel

💡 Whether you're still serving, recently transitioned, or just looking to support the veteran community, this episode is packed with real talk, lessons learned, and actionable advice from someone who's been through it — and is helping others do the same.

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📧 Connect with Jason on LinkedIn or get involved with local veteran support organizations

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