Show notes
If you’re on the cusp of transitioning from military life, listen in as Ted Fordyce, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares his golden nuggets of advice. SUMMARY Ted Fordyce is retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, where he served for 28 years. His career began at The Citadel and today he runs the Washington Operations at Elbit Systems of America. Ted shares the importance of mentorship and recognizing the value you bring to a corporate career because of your experience in the military. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 02:00: Ted describes what he did on active duty as a Colonel in the U.S. Air Force. 02:57: Events that were occurring the lead to Ted’s departure from active duty into the corporate world. 04:50: Key mentors that guided Ted through his retirement from active duty. 09:15: Importance of having a plan when you’re transitioning out of military duty. 10:10: Working in military might expose you to a global network, but not a diverse global network outside of military. 11:20: Ted’s transition over the last 6 years since leaving military life in 2015. 15:50: Biggest surprise in post-military life. 17:25: Ted’s thoughts on work-life balance. 19:40: Golden nugget of counsel to those on the cusp of their transition from military life. 21:33: Gene’s business tip: Amp up your wardrobe. Times and tastes have changed in a business wardrobe. Quickly identify your strengths and weaknesses in the federal sales process. Go to genemoran.com/federalsales and download your copy of Shape of the Sale tool. Get all the resources from this episode on genemoran.com/e6 Connect with Gene on linkedin.com/in/genemoran/ or visit genemoran.com. Connect with Ted on linkedin.com/in/tedfordyce/.
