Manny Piñeiro is a certified executive coach and professional speaker who is skilled in leadership and character development at all levels of management.

He is also on the USO Board of Governors and the President and Founder of MAKING TIME COUNT, LLC which focuses on making the most of our humanity count every second, through human involvement and meaningful change for C-Suite Executives and their employees.

Manny is an extreme advocate of transitioning military members to seek their highest potential both in and out of uniform, while identifying and anticipating common struggles for veterans coming out of active duty.
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Quick Episode Summary:
Manny Piñeiro discuss leadership, family, values, and making time count.
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🔥 Torch Takeaways Include:
◼ Reflections on transition, legacy, and making time for what matters most

◼ Stories about the power of mentorship, from family roots to Air Force mentors and lifelong friends

◼ Honest takes on loss, resilience, balancing high-impact leadership with personal fulfillment, and advice for those feeling disconnected or in search of new direction

◼ The importance of intentionality, presence, and community—for military members, CEOs, parents, and more.
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Manny's Resources:
◼ Website: https://makingtimecount.com/
◼LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-pi%C3%B1eiro-629a1b44/
◼YouTube: https://www.uso.org/about/manny-pineiro
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
05:53 Family and Personal Reflections
08:40 Health Challenges and Realizations
11:28 Community and Support Systems
14:39 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life
17:28 Celebrating Achievements and Milestones
22:09 The Power of Performance and Pride
23:16 Honoring Legacy Through Research
24:19 Children as Muses: Lessons in Fatherhood
28:00 The Impact of Time on Fatherhood
30:32 Unexpected Lessons from Parenting
33:43 Reflections on Presence and Engagement
36:02 Life is Love: The Influence of Family
38:34 Making Time Count: A Personal Journey
41:22 The Importance of Passion and Purpose
46:50 Gratitude for Life and Connection
51:37 Emotional Farewell and Transitioning Identity
52:06 Reclaiming Your Story and Identity
53:42 The Power of Failure and Moving Forward
56:09 Listening and Understanding in Coaching
59:11 Navigating the Transition from Military to Civilian Life
01:01:16 Making Time Count and Leaving a Legacy
01:05:11 Reflections on Leadership and Authenticity
01:08:27 The Importance of Decision-Making in Leadership
01:10:34 Training and Empowering Future Leaders
01:18:45 The Fabric of Leadership: Time, People, and Relationships
01:20:44 The Impact of Communication and Connection
01:24:18 Influential Figures and Their Lasting Impact
01:28:27 Celebrating Community and Cultural Heritage
01:30:11 The Importance of Smelling Good and Personal Branding
01:35:24 Leadership Lessons and Making Time Count
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Full Audio episode with Chapters:
◼https://www.buzzsprout.com/1946508/episodes/19266174
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Quotes to open episode:

The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time."
– Abraham Lincoln

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”
- Aristotle

“Life is Love” – Pro Boxer Danny Garcia’s Dad

"There are moments in life that call you back to your roots, not to dwell, but to remember, to realign, and to move forward with purpose."
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Keywords:
leadership, fatherhood, making time count, military transition, personal growth, purpose, community, reflection, resilience, life lessons Leadership, Gratitude, Military Transition, Making Time Count, Personal Growth, Mentorship, Legacy, Veteran Stories