Veterans to Success

About Veterans to Success

Welcome to "Veterans to Success" with your host, Joe O'Connor. This podcast is a must-listen for military veterans and ambitious business owners who are determined to increase their knowledge, achieve success and gain financial independence. Every week, Joe brings you captivating interviews with accomplished entrepreneurs who have mastered the art of success. Gain expert advice on strategic budgeting, effective money management techniques, and essential mindset strategies that will propel you towards your goals. Join Joe and his guests as they inspire, motivate, and empower you on your path to financial freedom.

Publisher

Joe O'Connor

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Jul 2023

Latest episode

29 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

103 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jan 2026

   Finale - The Fundamentals That Change Everything with Joe

   In this milestone 101st and final episode of Veterans to Success, Joe takes a reflective journey through the wisdom gathered from over 100 conversations with veterans and extraordinary individuals. Breaking away from the interview format, Joe explores the critical distinction between fundamentals and complexity, arguing that true mastery isn't about adding layers but about stripping away the non-essential. Drawing on his military background as a rock-climbing instructor and personal battles with adversity, he breaks down how simple, repeated actions compound into massive success. KEY TAKEAWAYS Success is rarely the result of a sophisticated, complex system but rather simple actions done consistently well. When pressure rises, complexity collapses, but fundamentals hold strong. Identity follows action. You don't wait to feel confident or resilient; you perform the small actions of a confident person until your nervous system accepts that identity as your new normal. Taking responsibility doesn't mean you are to blame for what happened to you, but it means you are in control of the response. This mental shift moves you from being a victim of circumstance to the author of your future. BEST MOMENTS "Mastery isn't about adding layers; it's about removing everything that doesn't matter." "Success doesn't come from doing more things; it comes from doing the right things relentlessly well." "You don't rise because life is easy. You rise because you decide." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.joeteams.com/TP - As referenced in the podcast, you can find out more about how the Pathfinder Ultimate Success Programme can really change your life. If not, I offer a no quibbles 12 month money back guarantee. And… https://www.joeteams.com/ - The unique membership site where you get access to a range of fantastic resources to help you strive, thrive and succeed in life, business and stature. https://www.joeteams.com/book – My gift to you for tuning into the podcast is a FREE copy of my Pathfinder book. Enjoy Plus you can find out about the other resources I have created by clicking on the links below: https://JoeTeams.com/tbn - Transformer Business Network. A place where you can regularly meet up with like-minded entrepreneurs and veterans to share tips, increase your contacts and help each other grow https://www.joeteams.com/business-clarity-mastermind – Joining this programme provides you with a simple, unique and effective set of business resources which includes a monthly meeting with other business owners in a safe, secure and helpful environment which is designed to help you achieve your dreams, goals and aspirations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjoeoconnor/ https://www.facebook.com/The1Transformer https://www.instagram.com/the1transformer/ HOST BIO Joe O'Connor is a resilient business entrepreneur and Financial Adviser dedicated to supporting business owners and veterans in their transition to civilian life. Despite facing life-threatening challenges at a young age, Joe defied the odds and embarked on a remarkable journey. From excelling as a Combat Engineer and Physical Training Instructor in the Royal Engineers to starting his own business as a Financial Adviser, Joe has displayed unwavering determination. After rejoining the Army as a reservist in the Bomb Disposal Unit, Joe reached the rank of Sergeant before transferring to the SAS, where he endured a severe injury and was medically discharged. Undeterred, he resumed his role as an IFA and founded a charity that aids injured veterans and their families. Joe's charity is currently finalizing plans for a training centre and 23 Lodges, aiming to provide vital support for veterans transitioning to civilian life while addressing stress, anxiety, and PTSD. Today, Joe's mission is to unite business owners and veterans, helping them unleash their full potential for success.

2. 

   22 Jan 2026

   The Power of Showing Up: 100 Days to Your New Self

   Host Joe O'Connor shares personal resilience stories and his Pathfinder philosophy, offering a roadmap to achieve goals through consistent action, in this interview episode.

3. 

   15 Jan 2026

   Valerie Orman's Journey of Service and Resilience

   Host Joe O'Connor interviews former Navy officer Valerie Orman about her resilient 25-year military career and navigating challenges as a woman in the service.

Who has been a guest on Veterans to Success

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Valerie Orman
• Elaine Hanson
• Vince Scott
• Emma O'Reilly
• Dr Elizabeth Carr

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

3.7 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 62 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

85

Social presence

91

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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