Operation Next Chapter
Operation Next Chapter is a leadership and life podcast for people navigating transition, pressure, and purpose.
Hosted by Marc and Cole — two former U.S. Air Force First Sergeants — the show is built on real stories from the diamond: moments of crisis, accountability, compassion, and growth that shaped how they led people when it mattered most.
Each episode breaks down lessons learned in high-stress environments and translates them into practical guidance for everyday life — at work, at home, in relationships, and in personal growth.
At the heart of the show is a simple mission: RECLAIM — your leadership, your finances, your health, and your next chapter of life.
Whether you’re a veteran transitioning out of service, a leader feeling the weight of responsibility, or someone looking to live with more intention and resilience, Operation Next Chapter is here to help you move forward with clarity and purpose.
Because leadership doesn’t end when the uniform comes off — it evolves.
Email us at OperationNextChapter@gmail.com
Operation Next Chapter
When Leaders Fall Apart
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In this episode of Operation Next Chapter, Marc and Cole address a reality many leaders face but few talk about — what happens when the leader is the one struggling. From burnout and personal crises to moments of doubt and emotional exhaustion, leadership doesn’t make you immune to breaking points.
Through candid stories and hard-earned lessons, this episode explores the pressure leaders carry, the cost of pretending everything is fine, and the strength it takes to ask for help. Because real leadership isn’t about never falling apart — it’s about how you respond, recover, and continue to lead with humility and resilience.
Whether you’re in a position of leadership or simply carrying more weight than you let on, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and a reminder that you don’t have to face it alone.
💡 Key Takeaways:
- Why leaders struggle in silence more than we realize
- The danger of ignoring emotional and mental fatigue
- How vulnerability can strengthen leadership, not weaken it
- Steps toward recovery, resilience, and sustainable leadership
OperationNextChapter@gmail.com