Expect to learn:
• Build an identity that can survive the title.
• Recognition shows the result, not the work behind it.
• Influence is built through relationships, not visibility.
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• Guest: Lyndsey Akers
- Lyndsey Akers is an award-winning communications strategist, CEO of Akers&Co, Air Force spouse, and military family advocate who helps mission-driven leaders and organizations amplify their voices, expand their influence, and create meaningful impact.
- Episode Summary: Lyndsey shares her journey as a military spouse, community leader, and advocate, highlighting the importance of identity, leadership, and community support in military life.
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00:00 - Intro
01:53 Recognition and community impact
03:48 Living military life with purpose
06:12 Stories of change makers in the military spouse community
07:07 The importance of leadership at all levels
09:04 The journey to trust and credibility
12:00 Identity beyond military service
15:05 Supporting each other and community connection
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People and Names mentioned in the episode:
Jay-Z
Tom Brady
@markwahlberg
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⬛ Lyndsey's Resources:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndseyakers/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyndseyakers/
Website: https://www.akers.co/founder
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My links:
Website: https://www.passingthetorchpod.com/
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC04suOPTX3ny_M0aDxmBAXQ
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Full Audio episode with Chapters:
⬛ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/episodes/19972599
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Keywords: military spouse, leadership, community, identity, advocacy, military life, recognition, transition, purpose