You Don’t Have to Do What You Did in Uniform: Creating Success Beyond Military Service

When women veterans transition out of the military, one of the biggest misconceptions we face is that we must continue on the same career path we had in uniform.

I know this firsthand.

I served over 20 years as a medical technician. Naturally, people assumed that when I decided to pursue my master’s degree, it would be in health sciences. Instead, I chose Strategic Leadership.

“Why not stay in your lane?” some asked.

But here’s the truth: You don’t have to stay in your lane. You get to create a new one.

After completing my degree, I went on to earn certifications in motivational speaking and image consulting, self-published several books and launched 2 talk shows; areas I had little to no “formal” experience in. And yet, I found myself thriving. Why? Because I leveraged the skillsets, discipline, persistence, and grit the military instilled in me.

Those same qualities that helped me succeed in uniform also equipped me to succeed in spaces I never imagined. Transitioning doesn’t mean limiting yourself to what you’ve always done...it means choosing what you want to do.

Here’s what I want every woman veteran to know:

📍You can succeed in something completely new, even if you start with zero experience.

📍Your service gave you leadership, resilience, and adaptability—priceless tools for any career path.

📍You don’t need permission to pivot. You just need the courage to begin.

One of the most powerful tools that helped me build the confidence to step into new arenas was personal branding. Aligning my skills, image, and voice gave me the presence to be recognized, respected, and paid for my expertise, even outside of medicine.

So, if you’re a woman veteran wondering whether you can start fresh in a completely new space, let me remind you:

Yes, you can. You’ve already done the hard things—this is just your next mission.

And if you’re ready to take that leap with confidence, my 6-week virtual consulting experience, Brand Boldly: Elevate Your Impact™, was designed for women like you. Together, we’ll align your personal brand, presence, and influence so you can stand out, be seen, and command the opportunities you deserve.

Because your transition isn’t about staying the same. It’s about becoming everything you choose to be.

This isn’t another cookie-cutter program. It’s a 6-week private virtual consulting experience for high-achieving women executives, business owners, and public-facing leaders who are ready to:

✅ Step into rooms with confidence and authority.

✅ Align how they’re perceived with the legacy they’re building.

✅ Command influence while staying authentic to who they are.

 Every detail is guided, strategic, and designed to position you as the go-to leader in your space.

 Here’s what you’ll experience inside Brand Boldly:

 Alignment – Together, we’ll uncover the gap between how you’re currently perceived and how you want to be seen. From there, we create a personalized brand authority strategy that amplifies your professional presence.

 Elevation – With tailored strategies for executive communication, visibility, and digital positioning, you’ll rise above the noise while staying focused on what matters most—your leadership and priorities.

 Activation – It’s not enough to have a strategy, you need to live it. I’ll help you embed these practices seamlessly into your daily routines, so your credibility and influence aren’t occasional...they’re consistent.

Influence – Beyond the 6 weeks, you’ll gain access to on-demand consulting that ensures your presence remains high-impact as you step boldly into every new opportunity.

 We don’t just help you show up. We transform how the world perceives your leadership, your expertise, and your influence.

Apply to participate in this program at Brand Boldly Program Application-SLAY To Success

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