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In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with veteran and Working Wardrobes alumnus Jonathan Jonas for a powerful conversation about resilience, rebuilding, and finding purpose after unexpected setbacks. Jonathan shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to navigating major personal and professional challenges that left him facing barriers to employment and an uncertain future. After connecting with Working Wardrobes, Jonathan found more than career resources—he found a community of support and a path forward. Today, Jonathan is building a career in insurance, giving back to the veteran community, and using what he has learned to help others. He reflects on the importance of doing the work, learning to pivot when life doesn’t go according to plan, and keeping perspective through every high and low. His message is simple but powerful: your path may change, but you can keep moving forward.

What does it take to start over—and keep moving forward with purpose? In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Working Wardrobes alumna, educator, veteran, and longtime volunteer Lisa Diggs. Lisa shares her inspiring journey of resilience, from serving in the military and navigating career transitions to rebuilding during the pandemic with the support of the Working Wardrobes community. Along the way, she reflects on the power of mentorship, embracing change, and staying true to yourself. Whether you're facing a career pivot, overcoming setbacks, or simply looking for encouragement to take the next step, Lisa's story is a reminder that reinvention is always possible—and that no one has to do it alone.