Season 2 Episode 5 - Transition Planning with Alan Nelson

Operation Retirement Readiness

In this episode, Mike Hunsberger and Amy discuss military transition support with Alan Nelson, a retired Navy commander and financial planner. Alan shares his personal transition journey, the challenges faced, and the importance of financial planning for transitioning military members. He highlights key organizations that provide resources and support, the significance of networking, and common financial blind spots that veterans encounter. The conversation emphasizes the need for action, the importance of involving family in the transition process, and the value of seeking help from others.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Military Transition: Alan's Journey

06:41 Resources for Transitioning Veterans

16:34 Blind Spots in Financial Planning

23:11 Common Mistakes During Transition

32:52 Key Takeaways for a Successful Transition

39:24 ORR-Outro-MikeFirst.mp4

Takeaways

• Transition is tough for everybody, whether separating or retiring.

• Networking is crucial for finding opportunities during transition.

• Budgeting is essential to understand financial needs post-transition.

• Establishing an emergency fund is vital for financial security.

• Life insurance considerations are often overlooked during transition.

• Evaluating total compensation from potential employers is important.

• Military spouses face unique challenges in the transition process.

• Mock interviews can significantly improve job prospects.

• Asking for help is a common mistake veterans make during transition.

• Taking consistent action is key to a successful transition.

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Alan’s information:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-nelson/

https://measuredmoneymaneuvers.com/ (Free career transition and Financial Fitness Friday slide decks and link to recordings are on the Resources -> Education page)

Alan’s 3-page list of transition / retirement resources

https://operationretirementreadiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Transitioning-Military-Resources-Operation-Retirement-Readiness.pdf