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Hosted by Maurice Murphy, Shawn Welsh · business · EN · 95 episodes
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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Signup to Generate a PitchVET 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.
VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup is hosted by Maurice Murphy, Shawn Welsh. The show has published 95 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Building 100 Millionaires by 2037, Kela Chatman's Mission" (22 October 2026, 22 minutes), "Your Life Insurance Policy Could Be Worth Cash, Jack D. Davis" (15 October 2026, 17 minutes), and "Veterans: Your Military Skills Can Build a Business, Melissa Roberts" (8 October 2026, 23 minutes).
VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 95 episodes.
Booking probability for VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup are Business & Management Consulting. VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup has a business audience and around 770 subscribers on YouTube.
Maurice Murphy, Shawn Welsh hosts VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup, a business show with 95 episodes published.
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Episode #33
Leaving the military doesn't mean losing your purpose. What if betting on yourself is the smartest risk you'll ever take? After eight years in the U.S. Army, disabled veteran Kela "KC" Chatman learned that building a...
Episode #32
Before canceling a life insurance policy, find out if you could sell it for thousands of dollars instead. Jack D. Davis turned the devastating loss of his father into a decades-long career helping families better...
Episode #31
Veterans already have the discipline to build a business. The challenge is taking that first step. EPISODE PREMISE Leaving military structure behind gives veterans tremendous freedom—but it also means learning to hold...
Episode #30
Your military mission may end—but your purpose doesn't. Here's how one veteran built a business that changes lives. EPISODE PREMISE Leaving the military teaches you discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it doesn't...
Episode #29
Most veterans miss the biggest advantage they already earned. Mark explains how to use it to build a business. EPISODE PREMISE Many veterans assume the hardest part of entrepreneurship is coming up with a business idea...
Episode #28
Most veterans fear failure. Mike Caimona says the biggest mistake is never taking the risk. Leaving the military doesn't mean leaving your leadership behind—but it does mean learning how to adapt it. Former U.S. Navy...
Episode #27
Your military career ends. Your identity doesn't—and that's where your next mission begins. EPISODE PREMISE Too many veterans believe their job title is their identity. Army and Navy veteran Francine Juhlin shares how...
Episode #90
Most veterans can build a business. The hardest part isn't skill—it's taking the first step. EPISODE PREMISE Many veterans leave military service believing the safest path is government work or contracting. Kevin...
Episode #25
The biggest mistake veterans make after leaving the military is waiting for the perfect plan. Episode Premise Retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief Jason Garcia discovered that military transition doesn't come with a roadmap...
Episode #24
Most VA loan denials aren't final. Jason Sharon explains why veterans hear "no"—and how to turn it into a "yes." Many veterans believe a denied VA loan means the end of the road. In this episode of Operation Startup...
Episode #23
Military retirement isn't the hardest transition—losing your purpose is. Here's how to build your next mission. Many veterans spend decades following a clear mission, only to discover that the hardest part begins after...
Episode #22
Episode Description Thinking about leaving your job to start a business? The biggest obstacle isn't money—it's deciding to bet on yourself. Building a successful business isn't about having every answer before you...
Episode #21
Leaving the military doesn't mean your leadership ends—it means you have to decide where to apply it next. In this episode of Operation Startup , retired Marine Corps veteran Jim Fuhs shares how he walked away from the...
Episode #20
The biggest obstacle to entrepreneurship isn't money—it's believing you're capable of taking the leap. EPISODE PREMISE What happens when a lifetime of military leadership meets the uncertainty of entrepreneurship...
Episode #19
Most entrepreneurs don't fail because of bad ideas—they fail because they build busy work instead of business systems. EPISODE PREMISE Success after military service isn't about working harder—it's about building...
Episode #19
Most entrepreneurs wait for the right moment. Dr. Andrena Phillips started her business when she was unemployed, facing eviction, and watching everything fall apart. Episode Premise What do you do when the lights are...
Episode #17
Most veterans don't fail because they're unqualified—they fail because they wait too long to start. EPISODE PREMISE Mr. Whiskey didn't set out to become an entrepreneur. A Navy career, a difficult civilian work...
Episode #16
<p>Description:</p><p>Natalie Schibell joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into military transition strategy and veteran career development. A former Navy Lieutenant Commander turned founder, she shares how pivoting...
Episode #15
<p>Description:</p><p>Chris McKeithen joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into military transition, entrepreneurship, and cybersecurity innovation. In this episode, we explore how Chris went from an unexpected...
Episode #14
<p>Description:<br>Brent Bowers joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into land investing and building passive income while transitioning out of the military. </p><p>In this episode, we explore:<br>• Creating a 3-year...
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