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Discover the Raw Talent of Millennials and Veterans We highlight two significantly underutilized groups in the job market, Millennials and veterans, and learn the cure for "impostor syndrome."

By Alan Taylor

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Need to hire new talent? In this episode of Entrepreneur Radio, we highlight two significantly underutilized groups in the job market, Millennials and veterans. Entrepreneur magazine's editor-in-chief, Jason Feifer, and founder and CEO of Operation Military Family Cares, Mike Schindler, explain how the fresh perspectives of these highly adaptable employees can help your business level up. Plus, Chase Jarvis, founder and CEO of CreativeLive, reveals the cure for "impostor syndrome."

  • [00:00:00] Start Using Your Time More Effectively
  • [00:04:54] Inexperienced and Fearless: Power of Youth
  • [00:11:30] Do Your Customers Feel the Love?
  • [00:18:21] Changing the Public Perception of Veterans
  • [00:27:24] "Mission Focused" Veterans in Corporate America
  • [00:33:22] Start Your Journey, No Permission Required

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[00:00:00] Start Using Your Time More Effectively

When you're always in "go mode," time management is a critical skill. Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur magazine's editor-in-chief, is constantly on the move and has become an expert at juggling his ample agenda. Hear Feifer's top three tips to keep your daily schedule on track.

[00:04:54] Inexperienced and Fearless: Power of Youth

Question authority, crash through convention and break the damn rules. Feifer says seasoned leaders have a tendency to get stuck in a rut and fall into predictable modes of thinking. Shake it off and adopt a youthful perspective instead. Learn how.

[00:11:30] Do Your Customers Feel the Love?

Jet Blue recently announced a cost-cap of $99 on flights out of Florida ahead of hurricane Irma. Although this was a thoughtful gesture, it's receiving a mixed response, which demonstrates an important point: You must consistently build good will with your customer base. Feifer explains how to turn delighted consumers into ultimate brand advocates.

[00:18:21] Changing the Public Perception of Veterans

What are the first three things you think about when you hear the word veteran? Too frequently, PTSD, homelessness and suicide are at the top of the list. "We need to stop showcasing the challenge. What we need to showcase is the victory," says Mike Schindler, a U.S. Navy veteran, author, and founder and CEO of Operation Military Family Cares. Discover how we can change the conversation and leverage the hidden talent of veterans to help communities thrive.

[00:27:24] "Mission Focused" Veterans in Corporate America

Strength of character and aptitude are huge assets that allow veterans to be veritable workplace chameleons. As an employer, how can you find skilled veterans in your area? Schindler shares how to recruit top military talent for your business.

[00:33:22] Start Your Journey, No Permission Required

Do you suffer from "impostor syndrome," that pesky feeling that you aren't qualified to do your job or haven't earned your success? Founder and CEO of CreativeLive Chase Jarvis encourages listeners to craft a positive narrative which builds self-worth even as confidence ebbs and flows. Learn how you can own your job title by simply shifting your state of mind.

Entrepreneur Radio, hosted by award-winning broadcast professional, Alan Taylor, equips fans with the critical information necessary to grow their business through practical advice and thought-provoking interviews. Tune in live on Saturdays 2 p.m. EST/11 a.m. PST and Sundays 10 a.m. EST/7 a.m. PST and listen to weekly episodes on demand on Entrepreneur.com.

Alan Taylor

Host, Entrepreneur Radio

Alan Taylor is an award winning radio and television host and a 30-plus year broadcast professional. As a founder of Benchmark Entertainment in 1995, Taylor pioneered the business of creating radio shows as an extension of the magazines and brands they represent. Benchmark orchestrated innovative partnerships with leading publishers to replicate their content on-air, bringing their brands alive to a much larger audiences. Today, Taylor partners with the nation’s largest publishing houses. He is, on behalf of the Entertainment Right Now, the host of some of the most popular weekend talk shows in radio today: The Drive with Alan Taylor and Entrepreneur Radio. Taylor produces and co-hosts a new video series, Business & Burgers, in partnership with Microsoft and serves as a consultant and content marketing partner for USA Today Network.

Taylor’s expertise and quick wit entertain millions and he has been a featured automotive expert on ABC, CBS, CNN, FOX, NBC and others, including 15-plus years on daytime’s No. 1 morning talk show, LIVE! with Kelly. Taylor is also an in-demand guest speaker where his up-beat presentations provide both insight and motivation. Taylor is also the co-host of Motorz TV, seen in over 200 million TV households in the USA and Canada.

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