CEO Ryan Pavel discusses The Warrior Scholar Project (WSP), a veteran-focused organization that aids enlisted veterans in transitioning to higher education and beyond by providing academic bootcamps across various universities. The conversation delves into the importance of community, evolving personal identities, and the tailored support WSP offers to veterans beyond the bootcamps, including graduate school guidance and career pathways initiatives. Additionally, the discussion touches on broader themes of productivity, personal growth, and the significance of networking and relationships in achieving success.

Episode Highlights:

03:52 Deep Dive into Productivity and Personal Growth

20:04 The Warrior Scholar Project: Empowering Veterans in Education

25:42 Exploring Graduate School Mentorship and Career Pathways

26:06 Alumni Engagement and Support Initiatives

27:57 The Power of Networking and Building Relationships

32:23 Innovating Education for Veterans

Other Move the Ball podcast episodes mentioned on this episode:

Making Career Transitions & Pivots: https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcast/episode/1ed2678f/making-career-transitions-and-pivots

Navigating & Accelerating Your Career Part 1: https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcast/episode/1fecd935/navigating-and-accelerating-your-career-part-1

Navigating & Accelerating Your Career Part 2: https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcast/episode/2e4b8da7/navigating-and-accelerating-your-career-part-2

Network Like a Pro: https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcast/episode/409c39de/elevate-separate-and-dominate-how-to-network-like-a-pro

MTB Episode with Chris Tuff "Don't Be An Askhole": https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcast/episode/2f1de5ba/chris-tuff-dont-be-an-askhole

Ryan Pavel is the Chief Executive Officer of Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP), a national nonprofit that propels enlisted veterans toward success in higher education and beyond. Warrior-Scholar Project's academic boot camps and other transformative programming advance skills, build confidence and forge lasting connections. Working alongside a talented team, board, and nationwide partners, Ryan oversees the strategic direction and sustainability of the organization. Ryan channels his experiences as a veteran, teacher, and attorney into stalwart advocacy for enlisted veterans with limitless potential to leverage service into enormous impact.

Connect with Ryan:

Ryan's blog: www.twobitrye.com

Ryan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanpavel/

Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twobitrye/

Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) website: www.warrior-scholar.org

WSP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/warrior-scholar-project/

WSP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warrior_scholar_project

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