VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight with Shawn Welsh

VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight with Shawn Welsh
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VET S.O.S. – Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight highlights the journeys of veteran and veteran spouse entrepreneurs. Through candid conversations, we explore lessons learned, best practices, and resources that have shaped their paths to success. From overcoming challenges to leveraging military-honed skills, each episode delivers actionable insights and inspiration. Our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of veteran entrepreneurs, building a community driven by resilience, innovation, and service.
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The podcast explores various themes important to veteran entrepreneurship, including overcoming transitions, leveraging military skills in business, and community support. Episode examples include discussions on leadership with seasoned coaches, the healthcare innovation journey of veterans, and the importance of mental health in entrepreneurship, such as in episodes featuring Paula Sanchez and Dwayne Edwards.

VET S.O.S. – Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight highlights the journeys of veteran and veteran spouse entrepreneurs. Through candid conversations, we explore lessons learned, best practices, and resources that have shaped their paths to success. From overcoming challenges to leveraging military-honed skills, each episode delivers actionable insights and inspiration. Our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of veteran entrepreneurs, building a community driven by resilience, innovation, and service.

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Anthony Randall, founder and president of Vanguard XXI and a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with decades of leadership experience.
Dr. Randall opens up about his personal journey into veteran entrepreneurship—starting with a paper route in Denver and culminating in launching a thriving coaching and leadership development firm during one of the toughest times in recent history: the COVID-19 pandemic.
You’ll learn:
What makes the first 12 months after military retirement the hardest—and how to push through
How Dr. Randall used EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to structure and grow his business
Why emotional intelligence and character development are at the core of effective leadership
How Vanguard XXI’s ICF-accredited coaching programs help veterans and civilians become world-class coaches
The power of accountability through strategic advisory boards
Why in-person, immersive training beats virtual slideshows every time
Vanguard XXI is more than a business—it’s a community of high-performing professionals committed to making a difference. Whether you’re new to entrepreneurship or looking to scale your veteran-owned business, this episode offers practical insights and proven strategies.
Website: www.vanguardxxi.com
Sponsored by: Spearpoint Solutions — use code “VETSOS”
Don’t drown in the sea of transition—grab the VET S.O.S. lifeline and follow for more veteran success stories.
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