John Mark

I’m a US Military Professional with 10+ years of high-stakes leadership and decision-making experience. In 2 years I’m transitioning out to buy or start my own business. Here’s what military-honed execution actually looks like when applied to real ownership. 👇

@HeyGen CLI

Your AI agent can now generate and ship videos. HeyGen CLI is now live. Run one command and your agent handles it all: script → avatar creation → video → delivery All from the terminal. Just your agent and the CLI. RT + Comment “CLI” and we’ll DM API credits (must follow)

Anyone here gone through SkillBridge? Especially in business ops, leadership, or acquisition roles? What’s one thing you wish you’d known before you started?

This fits right into the full 24-month journey I’m documenting: frameworks, prep checklists, and the practical steps that work for buying or starting a business. Battle-tested, nothing extra.

I’m 12 months out from military separation. Starting to map the bridge between the uniform and business ownership. That bridge is DoD SkillBridge. I’m documenting the whole research process right here. Straight execution, no fluff. 👇

Areas I’m passionate about: faith, family, US military tech, AI, small business, entrepreneurship, reading, espresso, travel.

Excellent podcast combination for learning SMB acquisition and staying up to date with AI developments: @AcquiringMinds_ @AIDailyBrief Apple podcast links in thread below:

Does anyone have recommendations for the best resources for building and running TikTok ads at scale? Goal is to help small businesses grow, ideally leveraging AI.

If you’re an ETA searcher, military vet transitioning, or current SMB owner — welcome. What’s the #1 leadership or decision-making challenge you’re facing right now? Drop it in the replies. I read every one.

I’m documenting the entire 24-month journey here: frameworks, prep checklists, lessons from the transition, and what actually works for buying or starting an SMB. No fluff. Just practical, battle-tested execution.

I’m a US Military Professional with 10+ years of high-stakes leadership and decision-making experience. In 2 years I’m transitioning out to buy or start my own business. Here’s what military-honed execution actually looks like when applied to real ownership. 👇

@sweatystartup Ideas

I have spent the last 8 years building a list of 200+ business ideas. Sweaty, low risk, great businesses. Comment "Ideas" and I'll DM you the list.