Coaches Corner

Don't take transition advice from someone in uniform who is not transitioning. Coach Alfredo addresses getting advice from someone who has been there and done that. Those still in service will mean well in giving your advice but transitioning can be tough, so reach out to folks who know what it is like to create a new life once you have left your time in service. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio ...

Utilize the skills that you learned in the military to adapt and overcome. Coach Alfredo focuses on the tools you learned in the military to help you adjust to your transition out of service. So often folks become overwhelmed and panic with their transition, but you got this! Remember your skills as they are valuable resources that will lead to your success.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and...

It is a process but unpacking the negativity in your life helps to move forward into a better transition. Coach Alfredo addresses the need to clean out your mental closet and to throw out what might be weighing you down. So, unpack what you don't need and keep what is healthy and moves you forward in your transition. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghomewell.com Down...

Time is precious as we all know so don't waste time losing memories. Coach Alfredo resonates on how we often forget how precious moments in time can be until they are gone. As you begin your transition out of service keep in mind not only your needs and wants but also those of your loved ones. Don't miss out on 1000 more memories. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghom...

We all do it. Doubting ourselves and thinking others doubt our abilities as well. Coach Alfredo addresses the imposter syndrome and how one needs to put the facts over the feelings. Stop sabotaging your self esteem and look at what you have accomplished.

Coach Alfredo gives advice on the importance of certifications and how to prepare yourself to travel down the Road to Success. Certifications are an important part of your education and your employment process. They bring value and can help you to stand out. One in particular is Onward to Opportunity (O2O). O2O  is a free, comprehensive career skills program that provides civilian career training,...

Coach Alfredo once again brings you the resources for you to succeed. Today episode, the coach points the directional arrow to vets2industry.org. Vets2Industry provides a free resource library for the military community – active, guard, reserve, veteran, military-spouse, dependent children, Blue-Star & Gold-Star Families, and caregivers – so they know which organizations provide free services...

Hit the Reset Button. Coach Alfredo talks about owning your decisions and following through. Don't start and stop. Hit the Google Machine if you need help. Just make it happen because excuses are over. So Hit Reset and get it done!! Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com ~ Life Changing Therapy Click  h...

This week's Coaches Corner, Coach Alfredo addresses the struggles a lot of veterans experience during the holiday season. This is also a time when our daylight is diminished, and we can sink into a well of depression. You don't have to go it alone and there are resources out there to help you. Make note and keep them accessible so when crisis hits you can reach out immediately. Tune into our CHW S...

This episode of Coaches Corner, Coach Alfredo talks about resources to help you with networking and job opportunities as well as with transitioning. Utilizing organizations such as Blue Star Families and Military One Source allows you and your family to build connections and support. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play...

This episode of Coaches Corner, Coach Alfredo focuses on support groups and websites out there to help parents with their children as deployments can be just as tough on their mental stability. Sites such as comfortcrew.org and ourmilitarykids.org to name a few can provided resources and assistance to help our youth figure their way thru the chaos that often can come with military life.  Tune into...

A great website supporting our service members, veterans and military spouses. Coach Alfredo explores PsychArmor.org and the online training courses at no cost to the learner that are available such as financial wellness, internet literacy for veterans, military culture, parenting skills for wounded veterans and their families and the list goes on. All the courses are in bit size videos. Be sure t...

Yes your brain needs exercise too. Keeping the mother board of your body healthy needs to be a priority. Coach Alfredo reminds us all how important it is to keep your brain sharp and on point. Engaging in board games, taking a class and challenging your mind to kick it up a notch helps to keep not only your mind healthy, but it will also feed the rest of the body.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radi...

Asking someone to go grab a cup of coffee is an excellent way to connect no matter your relationship. Coach Alfredo talks about how connecting over a cup of coffee can open the doors to reconnecting with a family member or old friend or maybe promoting yourself to a potential employer. Not matter the reason it is an opportunity to be yourself on a neutral platform away from the chaos of home or wo...

Why are you reinventing the wheel when there is so many resources already available? Coach Alfredo talks about not wasting valuable time and utilizing the templates for resumes, organizations and online programs such as USO Pathfinders Program or Easterseals Veteran Staffing Network to help with hiring or the Blue Star Families helping military spouses. So start searching to find your resource tha...

Doing too much at one time only leads to worry and frustration. Don't lose your momentum and burn out when working on your transition. Coach Alfredo addresses pacing and prioritizing your steps so you are not procrastinating. Transitioning out of the military can be super stressful so utilizing a calendar or planner can help keep you organized.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineu...

So many opportunities yet we limit ourselves. Coach Alfredo addresses how folks often just focus on the big name company jobs when there are so many other companies out there ready for the taking. For every big name company there is 100 smaller companies that offer just as much opportunity. So take those blinders off and stop just looking straight ahead. You are missing out on all the great choice...

Coach Alfredo is talking about researching and gathering the knowledge to help with transitioning. Utilizing the internet to lay out your plan of attack on your next chapter in life is the best tool you have to create a strong foundation of knowledge and research. Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Therapy.com...

Coach Alfredo passes along important advise to gather your documents NOW. Get your affairs in order. When it is time to file your claim or you are sick in the hospital and your love ones need your documentation you don't want to be scrambling around trying to figure it out. Get friendly with the copier. Make a file or load up that flash drive. Do it for yourself and for your loved ones. Tune into...

Making the Shift. Translating military terms to civilian terms can be very useful when looking for a new job once you have left the service. Coach Alfredo talks about utilizing www.onetonline.org to assist in looking up your MOS/AFSC/Rating to locate employment within your area. Start by searching under the crosswalks tab located at the top on the first page of the website. Tune into our CHW Strea...

Scars are Wisdom. As we travel the road of life our experiences can be a navigational tool in helping to chart one's course. Coach Alfredo talks about seeking counsel from someone you feel is wise and can counsel you thru their own experiences to help give you direction.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  cominghomewell.com Download on Apple Play and Google Play Online-Ther...

A lot of feelings are cresting to the surface with the current crisis unfolding in Afghanistan. Coach Alfredo addresses the sense of betrayal and frustration so many are experiencing and those feelings are VALID. However, don't let the emotions cloud the HONOR in your service. The assistance given to so many is not in vain. If you feel the emotions are overwhelming seek out someone to talk to as s...

Staying connected and communicating is key to clearing the mind of the stress and chaos. Coach Alfredo addresses the importance of preparing a list of resources and not just for the veteran but also for the veteran's loved ones. If life hits the fan and you need help, having a list of resources available such as phone numbers and points of contact can be a beacon in a moment of crisis.  Tune into...

Putting all your worth into your rank to discover it doesn't really matter once you transition out can be a hard pill to swallow. Coach Alfredo addresses the importance of not letting your rank become your identity. Applying your knowledge and experience together with networking will get you much further down the road to employment.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  coming...

Not everyone comes home to a good situation so harnessing the emotion can help to divert rash decisions. Coach Alfredo tackles the tough subject of separation and divorce within military families. Understanding some of the resources and support available to both service member and spouse can be helpful in charting the path forward.  Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at  comingh...