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Mission Ready: The Taft Derby Podcast
This series was created for Taft O. Derby as he prepares for his Service Academy interviews and the next stage of his leadership journey. Each episode captures a focused briefing—part strategy, part reflection—built around the real steps he’s taking: refining his “why,” studying the academies, practicing for congressional panels, and staying mission-ready in the months ahead.
It’s not about publicity or polish. It’s a record of preparation, perspective, and growth—one conversation at a time—as Taft moves from candidate to cadet.
Mission Ready: The Taft Derby Podcast
Engineering Leadership at the Service Academies: Taft’s Guide to Military STEM Careers
This episode is a personalized deep dive for Taft, exploring the engineering and STEM career pathways available at one of the U.S. military service academies. We break down what life is like at the academy, how engineering majors connect to specific officer communities, and the hands-on leadership and technical challenges graduates face. From day-to-day duties and innovation opportunities to real-world missions where a STEM background makes a difference, join us for a focused guide to making the most of academic strengths in service.
A personal record of readiness, reflection, and resolve.
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