About this episode
Send us a text Welcome back to the team room!!! Jake DeRuyter, a former Air Force captain, shares his journey from the Air Force Academy to transitioning out of the military and finding a new career path. He discusses his experiences in cyber Intel, overcoming adversity, and the challenges of transitioning into civilian life. His story highlights the importance of relationships, skill bridge programs, and the value of speaking the same language in business. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including government fiscal year spending, the challenges of working in government procurement, the importance of building relationships with key decision makers, the mindset and strategies for overcoming tough times, the role of the Air Force Academy in developing valuable skills, and the work of Impress Technology in government contracting and procurement. The conversation also delves into tequila recommendations, college football predictions, and advice for transitioning veterans. We hope you like this wide range of guests and experiences- thanks so much for always supporting us here at the Ones Ready Podcast!!!! Chapters 00:00 Introduction: From Air Force Captain to Civilian Career 02:52 Overcoming Adversity: Challenges and Opportunities in Transitioning 06:10 Skill Bridge Success: The Impact of Transition Programs 13:08 The Power of Relationships: Speaking the Same Language in Business 32:08 Navigating Government Fiscal Year Spending and Procurement Challenges 35:45 Building Relationships and Understanding the Procurement Process 40:01 Lessons from the Air Force Academy and Military Experience 49:47 IMPRES Technology: Innovating Government Contracting and Procurement 01:00:30 Tequila Recommendations, College Football Predictions, and Transitioning Veterans Advice Support the show Join this channel to get access to perks: HERE Buzzsprout Subscription page: HERE Register for our Operator Training Summit: OperatorTrainingSummit.com Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete Danger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY DFND Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY ...