Emotional Leadership for Veterans with Marchem Pfeiffer | Veteran On The Move Podcast
In this episode of "Veteran On the Move," host Joe Crane speaks with Marchem Pfeiffer, a veteran who enlisted at 17 and served in Air Force finance. Marchem discussed his transition out of the military, driven by a desire an improved for work-life balance.
He candidly shared the struggles of transitioning to college life, specifically the loss of the military community. This personal experience propelled him into education coaching, leading him to serve as an Education Service Officer (ESO) for the Ohio National Guard.
The discussion highlighted his motivation to become a leadership coach and author. Marchem, who wrote Navigating Leadership: From Toxicity to Triumph, now openly addresses critical veteran issues like PTSD, identity loss, and rebuilding after military service.
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About Our Guest
Marchem Pfeiffer enlisted at 17 and served as a Senior Airman before transitioning into leadership roles supporting military members as Director of Education Services for the Ohio National Guard. His work involved managing crisis response, GI Bill access, and suicide prevention, giving him firsthand insight into the emotional burdens many veterans face. Today, Marchem speaks openly about PTSD, identity loss, and rebuilding after military life. Hes the creator of the CORE Alignment Index and author of Navigating Leadership: From Toxicity to Triumph.
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