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Listen to AA Pilots 4 ALPA's Jeff Kerr as he shares the importance of the Allied Pilots Association and the Air Line Pilots Association's search for unification. This episode will give you an idea of the benefits of this merger, how it will affect both organizations and its effects on the entire aviation industry. Hit that play button to learn more about his call for unification! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE What a pilot union is all about Benefits of APA-ALPA merger APA's survey result and its effect on the negotiation process of APA-ALPA merger How will AA Pilots benefit from the negotiation process with ALPA The importance of 'tribal' knowledge in the merger negotiation process RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Hard Landing by Thomas Petzinger Jr. | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover Flying the Line Podcast Republic Airways Trans World Aviation East Air America West Airlines Envoy Air Eagle Air Academy Frontier JetBlue Spirit Airlines FedEx UPS Delta Airlines ABOUT JEFF KERR Jeff has been with American Airlines since 2017 and is currently an LGA-based 737 First Officer. He has also flown the F/A-18E/F and T-45C in the US Navy, the C-130J in the Air National Guard, and the ERJ-170 as a First Officer. Jeff recently served on APA's Economic and Financial Analysis Committee. He currently resides in Mystic, CT. CONNECT WITH Website: https://aapilots4alpa.info/ Email: [email protected] CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at [email protected], and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR If you're a professional pilot looking for a great financial planning partner for your retirement, tax, and investment, go to https://calendly.com/timpope / www.tpope.ceterainvestors.com/contact or call 704-717-8900 ext 120 to schedule a consultation appointment with Timothy P. Pope, CFP®.

Today's episode is all about the bird church story and how it relates to you as a listener of this show. Stay tuned to start taking the necessary action steps toward your career goals today and guarantee your next flight in the future! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE The moral lesson of the bird church story Why now is the best time to prepare for your next application Primary reason why most people fail RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED The Podcast On Podcasting Eager To Motivate Jet Edge JSX Raven Connect Email: [email protected] CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

If you're an active pilot earning a high-income salary, this episode is for you. Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, in today's episode as he highlights the value of getting strategic with your finances through planning and investing. Don't miss out on tips to make your money work for you and your family before it's too late! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE An eye-opening reality that most pilots face today The power of acquiring your investments early Why it's critical to develop a good financial mindset Importance of learning alternative types of investments Things pilots need to plan out before retirement RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Get the chance to have your story included in the Tales from the Flight Deck by sending it via email at [email protected] Dial the Ready 4 Pushback complaint line (561) 444-9098 Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Ep04: OBAP - Not Just a Job Fair - Joel Webley Air Line Pilots Association, International Allied Pilots Association ABOUT TIMOTHY P. POPE, CFP® Timothy is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and GA pilot who serves professional pilots across America. He enjoys the deep relationships he creates with his clients through the financial planning process. He helps clients organize and optimize their financial lives using a straightforward planning process. Before starting this practice in 2020, Timothy worked as a financial planner at a large investment management firm for several years, followed by several years at a regional bank. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Wake Forest University. He currently lives in the Charlotte, NC, area with his wife, Emily, and his family. When he's not helping clients chart their paths to accomplishing their financial goals, he is navigating the skies with his family. CONNECT WITH TIMOTHY P. POPE, CFP® Website: Financial Planning For Airline Pilots Phone Number: 704-717-8900 ext 120 CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! SPONSOR If you're a professional pilot looking for a great financial planning partner for your retirement, tax, and investment, go to www.tpope.ceterainvestors.com/contact or call 704-717-8900 ext 120 to schedule a consultation appointment with Timothy P. Pope, CFP®.

If you've already got your interview scheduled and realized there's an error on your application, this episode will guide you on navigating a potential mine field. Stay tuned so you won't miss your chance to get the job offer! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Part 1 Details you can update after submitting your application 2 things to do if there's a mistake on your application paper Part 2 The importance of being an honest job applicant Why you should be upfront about the application mistakes CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

If you want to pilot a private jet with a conducive company, join our conversation with Jet Edge's Senior Recruitment Manager Stevi Knighton. From recruitment to work schedules up to salaries and benefits, listen in as she details the life of a Jet Edge pilot. We'll also give you pointers on how to ace their interview, so stay tuned in until the end to explore this viable career option! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE What you need to know to be a Jet Edge pilot Characteristics of a pilot with a winning personality Jet Edge's minimum training requirements for pilots Incentives and benefits of working for Jet Edge Tips to prepare for your virtual pilot interview RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED NetJets Women in Aviation International Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Professional Asian Pilots Association Rotary To Airline Group (RTAG) ABOUT STEVI KNIGHTON Stevi is a People Operations Professional specializing in talent acquisition leadership with ten years of experience offering critical and innovative organizational, people, and technical skills. She has excellent communication, organizational and proven people management skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in a larger team environment. Throughout her People Management career, she has built a record of success that includes incorporating departmental feedback to strengthen human resource strategy building, employee engagement, retention, and talent management, and transforming complex data analysis into insightful, constant, and actionable objectives by offering innovative solutions that sustain organizational operations. CONNECT WITH STEVE Website: Jet Edge LinkedIn: Stevi Knighton Email: [email protected] | [email protected] CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at [email protected], and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR If you're a professional pilot looking for a great financial planning partner for your retirement, tax, and investment, go to www.tpope.ceterainvestors.com/contact or call 704-717-8900 ext 120 to schedule a consultation appointment with Timothy P. Pope, CFP®.

Let's harness your motivation to keep going through Sir Isaac Newton's first law of motion, inertia. Learn how to get the spirit of stagnation out of your aviation career as we discuss preparations to help you achieve your dream cockpit position. Start creating changes in your professional life by tuning in! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE What is inertia and how it affects our movement Why you should build a job application and have it reviewed The importance of having prior knowledge about your desired companies How having a network can help you with your job application A realistic way to learn and prepare for an interview RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Atomic Habits by James Clear | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover American Airlines Envoy Air United Airlines Delta Airlines Southwest 21.Five Podcast JetBlue UPS FedEx CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

Today, we'll detail the history behind the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, what they do, and their perspective on streamlining the educational processes of the aerospace industry with the OBAP Chairman of the Board, Joel Webley. Listen in to know more about their purpose! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE The reason for OBAP's (Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals) existence How OBAP develops and support work force in the aerospace industry OBAP programs to promote aerospace to youth Career opportunities from the aerospace industry Benefits of OBAP conferences The importance of allyship in your life journey RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Duncan Aviation Luke Weathers Jr. Flight Academy FedEx Delta Airlines UPS SkyWest Airlines ABOUT JOEL WEBLEY Hailing from Grand Rapids Michigan, Joel Webley is a FedEx 757 Captain, and Instructor Pilot with the New Hampshire Air National Guard. A graduate of Western Michigan University College of Aviation, Joel started his career first as a Certified Flight Instructor, next as an Officer and Pilot in the USAF, and later a Captain and Business Leader with the General Electric Corporate Flight Department. As a true 'success story' of OBAP initiatives, Joel initially began his relationship with OBAP in 1999 as a high school student attending an affiliated summer program. There he first interacted with OBAP members and was inspired to work with other community programs targeted towards promoting diversity within the aviation industry as his career burgeoned. Almost 20 years later, Joel brings to the OBAP leadership, years of aviation experience as a pilot, as well as strong business skills sharpened while working within a Fortune 100 corporation as Process Improvement Leader. Joel joined the OBAP Board of Directors in January 2019 and currently serves as Board Chair. During his time with the board, he has served as Chair for the Professional Skills Development Program Subcommittee, Chair for the 2019 Convention Professional Development Committee, Corporate Luncheon Committee, and Member of the 2019 Convention Committee. His current focus is on helping develop new strategies to keep OBAP effective in its mission despite challenges presented by a changing industry. Joel holds an M.S. in Project Management from Boston University. He currently resides in the greater Memphis area with his wife Julia and their two sons. CONNECT WITH JOEL Website: Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at [email protected], and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR If you're a professional pilot looking for a great financial planning partner for your retirement, tax, and investment, go to www.tpope.ceterainvestors.com/contact or call 704-717-8900 ext 120 to schedule a consultation appointment with Timothy P. Pope, CFP®

We're finally on the last installment of this series with Bill Sims, and this time around, it's all about empathy. Know how to connect with people through it and discover how it complements authenticity and cultural fit. Start preparing for your interview through Spitfire's A.C.E. by tapping into this episode! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE What is empathy and how to exercise it Why self-awareness is necessary for creating empathetic statements The definition of 'awesomeness' in a person A practical way to experience a company culture What Spitfire Elite Consulting is all about Benefits of interview preparations and simulators RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED FedEx Republic Airways Southwest Airlines UPS Delta Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines JetBlue American Airlines ABOUT BILL SIMS Bill Sims' love for interviewing began when he graduated from Florida State University landing 7 job offers including top consulting firms such as PWC, Arthur Andersen, and KPMG. He used his experience to teach the art of the interview to underclassmen at FSU and coached several students through the interview process. After 2 years with PWC, Bill served in the Marines Corps for 12 years flying the F/A-18 Hornet. After receiving CJOs from 3 major airlines in 2014, he began teaching his techniques and sharing them with fellow pilots on the base. Bill has several years of experience teaching interviewing at live seminars, virtual webinars and 1 on 1 environments. He has individually helped thousands of job seekers land their dream jobs. In addition, he has trained dozens of others to teach the art of interviewing. Bill has a genuine passion for helping people succeed in anything they do. CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

Today, Bill Sims is back to help us unpack the second trait airlines look for in a pilot - being culture fit. Learn its significance when working with other people, an idea of what a solid pilot is, and how to start integrating culture fit into your way of life. Understand the diversity around you through this episode! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Culture fit: What it is and why airlines want it The importance of culture fit in a culturally-diverse workplace Most common causes of employee termination RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED FedEx Delta Airlines American Airlines ABOUT BILL SIMS Bill Sims' love for interviewing began when he graduated from Florida State University landing 7 job offers including top consulting firms such as PWC, Arthur Andersen, and KPMG. He used his experience to teach the art of the interview to underclassmen at FSU and coached several students through the interview process. After 2 years with PWC, Bill served in the Marines Corps for 12 years flying the F/A-18 Hornet. After receiving CJOs from 3 major airlines in 2014, he began teaching his techniques and sharing them with fellow pilots on the base. Bill has several years of experience teaching and interviewing at live seminars, virtual webinars, and 1 on 1 environment. He has individually helped thousands of job seekers land their dream jobs. In addition, he has trained dozens of others to teach the art of interviewing. Bill has a genuine passion for helping people succeed in anything they do. CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

As we kick things off, we'll start by discussing the three traits airlines look for in a pilot with Spitfire Elite Consulting co-founder Bill Sims, the first of which is authenticity. Learn how to escape the interviewer's fatigue through authenticity in your demeanor and, eventually, in how you articulate your answers. Follow this conversation to set yourself up for a successful interview! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE A throwback to the 2013 year-end airways mass hiring Effects of pilots' exodus on major airlines How authenticity helps you in an interview Why interviewers want vulnerability The value of preparation in an interview RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED American Airlines United Airlines Delta Airlines Southwest Airlines Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals FedEx Iraqi Airways For complains, call our Ready 4 Pushback complaint line 561-4449-098 for assistance ABOUT BILL SIMS Bill Sims' love for interviewing began when he graduated from Florida State University landing 7 job offers including top consulting firms such as PWC, Arthur Andersen, and KPMG. He used his experience to teach the art of the interview to underclassmen at FSU and coached several students through the interview process. After 2 years with PWC, Bill served in the Marines Corps for 12 years flying the F/A-18 Hornet. After receiving CJOs from 3 major airlines in 2014, he began teaching his techniques and sharing them with fellow pilots on the base. Bill has several years of experience teaching interviewing at live seminars, virtual webinars and 1 on 1 environments. He has individually helped thousands of job seekers land their dream jobs. In addition, he has trained dozens of others to teach the art of interviewing. Bill has a genuine passion for helping people succeed in anything they do. CONNECT WITH US For any questions, exciting people to be on the show, or if you want free coaching about the aviation industry, send Nik an email at [email protected]! Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "PODCAST" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com!

If you're looking to enter the commercial aviation industry, we've got the right podcast for you! With pilot and interview coach Nik Fialka as your host, we will deliver exceptional and insightful content to help you understand the landscape of professional aviation. We will help you organize your thoughts, score interview points, and ace the aviation recruitment process. You will get a deep dive into all the facets of the aviation industry by hearing directly from leaders and recruiters. You'll learn how to stay composed and articulate yourself with impact as we uncover airline-specific pilot selection demands, analyze the aviation industry's culture, and give you great interview advice. Listen to the Ready 4 Pushback podcast to transform yourself and gain valuable perspective about your dream job!