A philosophical look at life after the military

Little Big Vets

Nick is joined by Rob Giles, who shares his journey from joining the army with minimal experience to starting his own successful company. He reflects on his early days in the military, where he joined to make his family proud but quickly realised it wasn’t his true passion. After a brief stint as an HGV driver, he rejoined the army with a fresh mindset, focusing on education and self-improvement. Rob talks about his experiences in Kosovo and Iraq, the evolution of military training, and how his mix of practical experience and academic achievements helped him transition into a career in governance and training. He stresses the importance of continuous learning, networking, and not being afraid to fail.

Rob offers advice for those leaving the military: start your own company, build a strong network, and focus on what you love, outsourcing the rest. It’s all about taking risks, learning from mistakes, and finding what truly makes you happy.