31 Years of Service: Col. JR West on Leadership, Service, and Lessons – Danny Li Podcast

Episode 70: Col. JR West is a 31-year Army veteran who’s planned nuclear and joint-force strategy at STRATCOM, led force-design studies at TRADOC, served as ATEC’s deputy commander, and today runs global operations for Army Recruiting Command. 00:00 Introduction to Colonel JR West 01:10 Reflections on a 30-Year Military Career 04:23 Who Should Join the Military? 06:02 Opportunities for Those with Medical Conditions 09:50 Sharing Army Stories and Experiences 10:02 Highlights of Colonel West's Career 14:24 Transitioning to Civilian Life 17:16 The Impact of Global Stability on Recruitment 21:24 Mentorship and Leadership Principles 24:23 Applying Military Principles in Civilian Life 28:21 Final Thoughts and Advice