Resilience and Innovation: Darlene Greene's Military and Civilian Success
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Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The Strategic Veteran, where host Adam Peters sits with special guest Darlene Greene. Darlene shared her remarkable story, from her 20 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Navy, including three commanding officer tours, to her transition into the civilian sector as a stem cell activation technology consultant.
In today's episode, Darlene delves into her early life as a military brat, her rise through various roles in the Navy, and her significant contributions, such as founding the Returning Warrior Weekend program. She also opens up about the challenges she faced transitioning to civilian life, particularly managing her husband's early Alzheimer's diagnosis and her ongoing mission to improve the lives of veterans and their families through innovative health solutions.
This episode is packed with valuable insights and real-life stories that will resonate with veterans navigating their own transition and anyone interested in the powerful narratives of military life and leadership.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:06 - Welcome to The Strategic Veteran
1:23 - Introducing Darlene Greene
2:26 - Darlene's Military Journey
3:26 - Early Life and Inspirations
5:06 - Joining the Navy and Leadership Roles
10:37 - Founding Returning Warrior Weekend
15:20 - Transition to Civilian Life
18:00 - Managing Her Husband's Alzheimer's
22:00 - Stem Cell Activation Technology
29:10 - Lessons from Military Service
33:25 - Intrinsic Rewards of Leadership
39:20 - Overcoming Challenges in Civilian Sector
45:30 - Advice for Transitioning Veterans
51:15 - Career Highlights and Challenges
57:40 - Building a Support Network
1:04:05 - Balancing Professional and Personal Life
1:10:30 - Strategies for Mental Wellness
1:17:50 - Navigating Relationships after Service
1:24:15 - Tools for Emotional Resilience
1:30:40 - Embracing Civilian Opportunities
1:37:00 - The Power of Mentorship
1:43:20 - Creating Long-Term Goals
1:50:00 - Financial Planning and Stability
1:56:30 - Final Thoughts and Future Plans
Resources:
- Connect with Darlene Greene on LinkedIn
- Darlene’s Website
- Subscribe to The Strategic Veteran Podcast
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