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Battlefield to Business
Jarvis Buchanan
35 episodes
3 days ago
Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey is the go-to podcast for service members—whether you're currently serving, transitioning, or already a veteran—who are ready to turn military skills into successful business ventures. In each episode, we highlight a specific industry, uncovering hidden secrets and golden nuggets you won’t hear anywhere else. Learn how to overcome challenges, leverage your military skills in business, and accelerate your path to success. This podcast helps you browse content and nail down what you’re truly passionate about. Passion is a powerful tool for intrinsic fulfillment, and our goal is to help you find what you were born to do. When tough times come, you’ll have something to lean on. Passion isn’t just a career—it’s a combatant to the challenges many face, including suicide. We explore a myriad of industries, sharing stories of struggle and success to provide options that resonate with your dreams. Each episode dives into the mindset of entrepreneurs, starting with their youth and discussing figures who shaped their journey. We examine their decision to join the military and how it influenced their path to entrepreneurship. Lastly, guests share the leap into their business ventures, offering tips, techniques, and valuable insights for anyone considering that industry. Visit our website at www.ldrpsy.com and check out our book, Live to Never Lose, which provides key strategies to help you discover your passion and navigate the challenges of transitioning out of the military. Whether you're struggling with finding your passion or coping with the military-to-civilian transition, this podcast and book are designed to give you the guidance and motivation you need. Subscribe now to unlock entrepreneurial tactics tailored specifically for the military community!
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Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey is the go-to podcast for service members—whether you're currently serving, transitioning, or already a veteran—who are ready to turn military skills into successful business ventures. In each episode, we highlight a specific industry, uncovering hidden secrets and golden nuggets you won’t hear anywhere else. Learn how to overcome challenges, leverage your military skills in business, and accelerate your path to success. This podcast helps you browse content and nail down what you’re truly passionate about. Passion is a powerful tool for intrinsic fulfillment, and our goal is to help you find what you were born to do. When tough times come, you’ll have something to lean on. Passion isn’t just a career—it’s a combatant to the challenges many face, including suicide. We explore a myriad of industries, sharing stories of struggle and success to provide options that resonate with your dreams. Each episode dives into the mindset of entrepreneurs, starting with their youth and discussing figures who shaped their journey. We examine their decision to join the military and how it influenced their path to entrepreneurship. Lastly, guests share the leap into their business ventures, offering tips, techniques, and valuable insights for anyone considering that industry. Visit our website at www.ldrpsy.com and check out our book, Live to Never Lose, which provides key strategies to help you discover your passion and navigate the challenges of transitioning out of the military. Whether you're struggling with finding your passion or coping with the military-to-civilian transition, this podcast and book are designed to give you the guidance and motivation you need. Subscribe now to unlock entrepreneurial tactics tailored specifically for the military community!
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Episode 19 Category Public Service & Government Bob Hildreth (Veteran Home Service) audio
Battlefield to Business
48 minutes 16 seconds
8 months ago
Episode 19 Category Public Service & Government Bob Hildreth (Veteran Home Service) audio

Summary

Meeting Purpose

Podcast interview with veteran entrepreneur Bob Hildreth about his journey and business Two Homeless Vets

Key Takeaways

  • Bob founded Two Homeless Vets to help transition homeless veterans into stable housing and employment through community support, skills training, and entrepreneurship opportunities
  • The organization uses a dual non-profit/for-profit model to provide services and generate revenue through house flipping and fencing projects
  • Bob emphasizes the importance of identity, community, and healing for veterans transitioning to civilian life
  • The business aims to create a large-scale "heroes village" in North Carolina to support 5,000-7,500 homeless veterans

Topics

Bob's Background and Military Service

  • Served in U.S. Army and Army Reserve from 1986-1994
  • Originally trained as an 18D (Special Forces Medic) but became an airborne medic due to injury
  • Influenced by early mentor who was one of the original Green Berets
  • Experienced homelessness and PTSD after leaving the military

Transition Challenges for Veterans

  • Lack of structured plan and support when leaving military
  • Loss of identity tied to military service
  • Need for community and purpose in civilian life
  • Difficulty adapting to less regimented civilian environment

Two Homeless Vets Business Model

  • For-profit arm provides job training and employment through fencing and house flipping projects
  • Non-profit arm (Healing Crayons) allows for land acquisition and grant funding
  • Plans to develop food truck program to provide entrepreneurship opportunities for veterans
  • Offers up to 2-year residency in transition centers for veterans to heal and develop skills

Vision for Growth

  • Aims to create a "heroes village" in Central North Carolina
  • Goal to support 5,000-7,500 homeless veterans in a community setting
  • Leverages temperate climate and available land in the region
  • Seeks to partner with local community colleges for education programs

Current Needs and Challenges

  • Seeking volunteer organizational support to complement visionary leadership
  • Need for funding to acquire properties like assisted living centers for treatment programs
  • Looking to expand network of veteran mentors and support across different states

Next Steps

  • Reach out to Bob via email ( bob@2homelessvets.com ) to volunteer or discuss partnerships
  • Follow Two Homeless Vets on Facebook for updates
  • Bob to send social media information to podcast host for cross-promotion
  • Continue developing organizational structure and seeking funding opportunities
  • Work towards ribbon-cutting ceremony for future facility opening

Battlefield to Business
Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey is the go-to podcast for service members—whether you're currently serving, transitioning, or already a veteran—who are ready to turn military skills into successful business ventures. In each episode, we highlight a specific industry, uncovering hidden secrets and golden nuggets you won’t hear anywhere else. Learn how to overcome challenges, leverage your military skills in business, and accelerate your path to success. This podcast helps you browse content and nail down what you’re truly passionate about. Passion is a powerful tool for intrinsic fulfillment, and our goal is to help you find what you were born to do. When tough times come, you’ll have something to lean on. Passion isn’t just a career—it’s a combatant to the challenges many face, including suicide. We explore a myriad of industries, sharing stories of struggle and success to provide options that resonate with your dreams. Each episode dives into the mindset of entrepreneurs, starting with their youth and discussing figures who shaped their journey. We examine their decision to join the military and how it influenced their path to entrepreneurship. Lastly, guests share the leap into their business ventures, offering tips, techniques, and valuable insights for anyone considering that industry. Visit our website at www.ldrpsy.com and check out our book, Live to Never Lose, which provides key strategies to help you discover your passion and navigate the challenges of transitioning out of the military. Whether you're struggling with finding your passion or coping with the military-to-civilian transition, this podcast and book are designed to give you the guidance and motivation you need. Subscribe now to unlock entrepreneurial tactics tailored specifically for the military community!