How Major Mom found Enjoyment and Success: From Chaos to Order -28
In this episode of Dog Tag Diaries, Major Mom, a remarkable guest whose journey from a tumultuous childhood to a flourishing professional career is nothing short of inspiring. Host Captain Kim explores how Major Mom's frequent relocations, financial hardships, and the disruptive environment of her youth built her into the resilient and adaptable leader she is today. From her early days grappling with stability issues to securing a full scholarship through Air Force ROTC, Major Mom’s story is a captivating narrative of overcoming adversity. Discover her path to becoming a missile combat crew commander and later, a professional organizer, where she turned chaos into organized success. Tune in to hear about the highs, the lows, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
Angela Cody, aka Major Mom®, is the founder of Major Organizers®, a residential organizing company she launched in 2005 after leaving a 14-year career in the US Air Force, where she served as a satellite operator and missile combat crew commander, earning the rank of Major. Inspired to pursue a more family-focused life, Angela turned her passion for creating order into a successful business, now operating teams in Colorado and Indiana. She holds a BA in Speech Communication from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of Colorado. She is a long-time member of NAPO and Faithful Organizers and has served in leadership roles within both organizations. An advocate for balance, Angela combines her military precision with a deep understanding of the challenges parents face in managing home and career. Through her speaking engagements, she motivates and equips families to declutter their lives and create harmonious, functional spaces.
Social Media Links:
- Facebook: The Major Mom
- Website: www.MajorMom.biz
Books by Angela Cody:
- Kid-Friendly Car Organizing Tips
- Organizing Your Weight Loss
- Laundry Organizing Tips
- Home Organization Tips
Special Topics:
- The importance of mentorship for women in the military.
- How her military discipline translates into entrepreneurial success.
- Strategies for balancing career and family as a working mom.
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