Pivot Points
for Military Veterans

Course Author: Greg Doepke,
Military Veteran and 
Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®

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Course Lesson Titles & Summaries

(left click on down arrow for lesson summary, Success Coaching 1-5 for 1:1 Guided and Cohort Learners only)
Coaching Touchpoint #1: Starting Your Journey Strong (1:1 Guided Coaching and Cohort Coaching Learning Paths)
For the Guided and Cohort learning paths, during the first coaching session, you will have the opportunity to connect with and meet your Success Coach and meet your cohort peers This session will focus on introductions, allowing you to learn about your cohort peers, your Success Coach, the course content and expectations. For the Guided Learning Path, this session will focus on a one-on-one discussion between you and your Success Coach.
L1 Shifting Your Perspective Using Your Military Skills in Civilian Life
Adopt a viewpoint that will fuel your aspirations. In this lesson we will explore how to adjust your mindset, inviting new perspectives that help clarify your life's purpose and future path. This mental shift lays the groundwork for your journey of transition. 
L2 Finding Balance: Transitioning from Structure to Freedom

Explore the four cornerstones of Source, Self, Setting, and Substance in your transition. Acquire wisdom to understand their interconnectedness, engage them during change, and leverage their roles and relationships to chart your path forward.

L3 Expanding Your Generosity: Giving Back Beyond the Uniform

Delve into the origin of the embedded human giving spirit and the essence of "Give, and You Shall Receive.” Explore how intentional generosity and the principles of mutual benevolence will enhance your life, achieve your goals and aspirations, benefit your loved ones, and contribute to a purpose that surpasses individual interests.

L4 Building Your Civilian Network: Expanding Your Circle of Influence

Identify and connect with your four circles of influence that will support and facilitate your life transition. Learn how to engage with these essential resources, leveraging their wisdom as you journey into this new chapter of life.

Coaching Touchpoint #2: Understanding Your Footing (1:1 Guided Coaching and Cohort Coaching Learning Paths)
Reconnect for an enriching learning session with your Success Coach and cohort peers. Engage in a collaborative and stimulating experience as you explore the course material through storytelling. For the Guided Learning Path, this session will focus on a one-on-one discussion between you and your Success Coach.
L5 Asking the Right Questions to Navigate New Opportunities

Discover the profound impact of generous, open-ended questions in navigating life transitions. Embrace curiosity, appreciate and engage your circles, and transform challenges into cherished journeys of discovery and growth.

L6 Recognizing Your Strengths: Using What You Learned in the Military

Embrace your unique skills, talents, and other resources - your wheelhouse. Learn to recognize, appreciate, and apply these distinctive gifts as powerful tools for a successful transition to craft the next chapter of your life.

L7 Making Sense of Your Journey (Accumulation)
Enhance your self-awareness of the Accumulation phase as the initial stage of life's journey. Recognize the numerous pivot point to gather talents, education, resources, and relationships for personal and professional success to build your best life and  foster a brighter future.
Coaching Touchpoint #3: Adjusting Your Course (1:1 Guided Coaching and Cohort Coaching Learning Paths)
Continue your learning journey with your cohort peers during the third coaching session. This is an opportunity to engage with and learn from other cohort  learners, focusing on how these narratives can be applied to various life transitions. For the Guided Learning Path, this session will focus on a one-on-one discussion between you and your Success Coach.
L8 Making Sense of Your Journey (Opportunity)
Learn how the opportunity phase of life leverages time freedom. Apply your strengths to pursue lifelong passions and dreams, bringing purpose and significance to your journey.
L9 Making Sense of Your Journey (Distribution)
Discovering a deeper purpose through generosity can lead you to find personal meaning and significance as you navigate this last phase of life. Embracing love and creating a positive, lasting impact can profoundly enhance your sense of fulfillment, create a lasting legacy, and bring significance to your life's journey.
L10 Speaking Up: Building Strong Civilian Relationships

With the spirit of the proverb  “Ask, and You Will Receive," learn to harness the transformative power of meaningful dialogue. This powerful lesson will emphasize the importance of engaging in generous conversations, providing strategies to build and deepen relationships, unlock opportunities, and access resources.

L11 Making a Game Plan to Map Out Your Civilian Future

Embark on your tailored transition journey, guided by a practical, proven five-step roadmap. This session will  introduce you to the roadmap to gain comfort, confidence, and clarity for a renewed purpose for your transition.

Coaching Touchpoint #4: Navigating the Next Steps (1:1 Guided Coaching and Cohort Coaching Learning Paths) 
Share reflections that will fuel your aspirations with the guidance of your Success Coach. In this session, we’ll explore how adjusting your mindset and inviting new perspectives can clarify your life’s purpose and future path. For the Guided Learning Path, this session will focus on a one-on-one discussion between you and your Success Coach.
L12 Building Your Legacy: Leaving a Mark Beyond the Military

As you move forward, become inspired with reinforced learning to live a life marked by purpose, achievement and success. With the course foundation, you are now ready to design, create, implement, and enjoy  the next chapter of your life and foster a lasting legacy of significance and impact.

Coaching Touchpoint #5: Celebrating Your Brighter Future  (1:1 Guided Coaching and Cohort Coaching Learning Paths) 
Highlight the mastery of your life transition learned through this course and set the stage for the next journey into discovering and pursuing purpose following the generous inquiry five-step process. For the Guided Learning Path, this session will focus on a one-on-one discussion between you and your Success Coach.

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