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Y Combinator Cast

07/20/18

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The military does a great job of training individuals for their roles, but it fails to prepare them for transitioning into civilian jobs, often outsourcing this process to the Department of Labor.

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Jocko Willink and Mike Sarraille - Helping Veterans Transition into the Private Sector

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Jocko Willink and Mike Sarraille - Helping Veterans Transition into the Private Sector

07/20/18

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Jocko Willink

07/20/18

@ Y Combinator

The military is the preeminent leadership training platform in the world, providing extensive resources and time to develop leaders who can handle high-stress environments.

Mike Sarraille

07/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Hiring veterans requires understanding their leadership skills and discipline, which can often outweigh their technical skills, allowing for leniency in their qualifications.

a16z Cast

04/03/25

@ a16z

Startups can help identify problems within the military, but they cannot solve the fundamental issues of how we articulate our needs.

Ben Horowitz

04/23/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense (DoD) has shifted from being mission-driven to politically and bureaucratically driven, which is a common complaint among its members.

Qasar Younis

04/14/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense's procurement process is improving, but it still needs more senior personnel who understand software to streamline operations effectively.

Liz McNally

05/06/25

@ a16z

The military must adapt to the new generation of service members who are accustomed to advanced technology, or risk falling behind in operational effectiveness.

a16z Cast

04/28/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense faces similar challenges in logistics, where legacy systems hinder effective operations.

a16z Cast

04/21/25

@ a16z

There's a significant gap in scaling successful government programs from small contracts to larger ones, which is essential for effective military operations.

a16z Cast

04/03/25

@ a16z

The biggest misconception is that the Department of Defense is outdated; we are actively transforming and adapting to modern challenges.