MAVEN · 2025-04-28 · 51 min
We explore Pat's journey, rooted in strong family influence and an innate drive to pursue her goals without hesitation. Pat opens up about her path to self-discovery, shaped by a deep sense of self-awareness and an unrelenting competitive edge that pushes her to rise above every challenge she faces. Pat highlights the value of thoughtful observation - knowing when to pause, evaluate, and listen before speaking or acting. Whether you're navigating a career pivot or working to better understand your own capabilities, Pat's insights will inspire you to think more deeply about identity, preparation, and how to effectively translate your existing skills into new opportunities. She encourages others to research what's required for the next role, embrace continual learning, and take bold steps toward their goals with clarity and confidence. - Episode Transcript: 00;00;00;00 - 00;00;33;04 Unknown You're listening to the Oracle Maven podcast, where we bring people together from the veteran affiliated community to highlight employees, partners, organizations and those who are continuing the mission to serve. Welcome to the Maven podcast.
Unlearning the Linear Career Path: Maureen Peters, Strategic Employee Experience Program Manager, MAVEN Co-Lead, and Veteran Advocate48 / 100Earn Your Experience: Scott Payfer, Director Cloud Operations and Site Reliability, MAVEN Lead, US Navy Veteran57 / 100Investment: Josh Johnson, Director of Programs Special Operators Transition Foundation, US Army Veteran56 / 100How You Show Up: Bridget "Doc" Miller, Oracle Talent Advisor, US Army Veteran, Military Spouse72 / 100Work Your Plan: Jesse Durrant, Senior Site Reliability Developer, Army National Guard Officer