Episode 216

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9th Jul 2026

Mission Mindset: Why Veterans Make Great Entrepreneurs

For years, the military trained us to lead, adapt, solve problems, and accomplish the mission. What many veterans don't realize is that those same skills are the foundation of successful entrepreneurship.

In today's episode of The Field Op, I talk about why veterans are uniquely equipped to build businesses, lead teams, and create opportunities after the uniform comes off.

We discuss the similarities between military operations and business, why many veterans struggle in traditional corporate environments, and how entrepreneurship can provide a renewed sense of purpose and mission.

The military prepared you for more than combat.

It prepared you to lead.

Now it's up to you to decide where you'll lead next.

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About the Podcast

The Field Op
Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.
Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.

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Brian Colburn

Brian Colburn is a media strategist, podcast producer, content creators coach and consultant. Founder of Sitch Radio, and Growth & Partnership Director at EMN. With over 20 years of experience across media, corporate, and public service sectors.