Eagles Wing Academy Podcast Episode 10 Interview: Derek Hartman on Employment

In this episode of the Eagle’s Wing Podcast, host Deuce Brandt sits down with career strategist and recruiter DK Hartman to talk about employment, career direction, and how to actually get to work in today’s competitive job market. Whether you are unemployed, underemployed, fresh out of school, or considering a career shift in your 30s or 40s, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and spiritual insight to help you move forward.

DK shares his journey from Y2K software projects to technical recruiting and explains why the old formula “go to college, get good grades, and you’ll be set” no longer works on its own. You will learn why income and employability start with mindset, professionalism, and documented skills—not just degrees. Together, Duce and DK unpack the difference between being “educated” and being truly “skilled,” and why trades like plumbing, electrical, and construction may become some of the most valuable and in-demand careers in the next decade.​

The episode also addresses the crisis of millions of working-age men who are not in the labor force, the growing shortage of skilled tradespeople, and the massive opportunity this creates for young adults willing to work, train, and take their future seriously. DK outlines a recruiter-level approach to resumes, job searching, and interviewing, including why “finding a job is a full-time job” and how to treat your job search like a strategic campaign instead of random applications.

You will hear real-life stories, including a former bartender who followed the process, transitioned into IT support at a major university, and is now positioned to “write his own ticket” in the Las Vegas tech market. Duce connects these lessons to the Eagle’s Wing Academy vision: helping people identify their purpose, choose the right path early, avoid unnecessary debt, and build a life of skillful and godly wisdom—spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially.

If you are feeling stuck, unsure of your next step, or disappointed that college did not automatically lead to the life you imagined, this episode will help you rethink your strategy and take action. You will discover why clarity of purpose, professionalism, and consistent effort can move you from “digging a deeper hole” to building a future where home ownership, strong finances, and meaningful work are actually within reach.

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Strategic Marketing and Employment Group
Website: strategicmeg.com
Phone: (702) 906-8760

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