Semper Connected

Chris Mayfield
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Episodes

  1. 02/02/2023

    Connection 10 - Enlisted BUMED Process

    In this episode we connect with Marine Corps Recruiting Command's Bureau of Medicine (BUMED) subject matter experts to unpack the medical waiver submission process. Email the show host at christopher.mayfield@me.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 24m

  2. 12/29/2022

    Connection 9 - MSgt Jeremiah Bentz - Marketing and Communication

    In this episode we reconnect with Marine Corps Recruiting Command's Marketing Chief, MSgt Jeremiah Bentz. Highlights of the show: Digital Engagement Training – 2:34 Targeted Social Media Marketing and Legislative Restrictions – 17:10 New Commercial – 24:45 Gen Z Interests – 28:20 The Squadbay Updates – 33:10 The Squadbay TTPs – 42:29 MS Teams Join by Code “The Squadbay App Team” - k4frg2e – 54:19 Audience Questions – 1:06:29 Marketing Review Board – 1:14:12 Show support – 1:23:54   Email the show host at christopher.mayfield@me.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 25m

  3. 02/05/2022

    MOTIVTR Update - January 2022

    MOTIVTR - January 2022 The MOTIVTR is a cross functional, virtual team roundtable meeting held monthly, with senior subject matter experts at the national, regional, and district levels of recruiting. MOTIVTR is an acronym representing (M) - Marketing and MCRISS; (O) - Operations; (T) - Training; (I) - Innovation; (VTR) - Virtual Team Roundtable Why does this mater to you? This is one of many ways, those at the national level stay connected with those we support. This is where important updates to ongoing national efforts can be discussed and provides another opportunity for lower levels to share challenges recruiters are facing at the ground level. Recent wins: The Squad Bay Application Tattoos DAT pop waiver process Trimester Phasing CDR Program Non-Prior Service Reserve Mission MOTIVTR Update - January 2022: Marketing MCRISS Enlisted Operations Officer Programs PSR 8412 Monitor Training Over the Horizon Resource Awareness Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas. YouTube Semper Connected Live MCRC Connections   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    12 min

  4. 01/27/2022

    Connection 8 - National Structure

    In this episode we connect with various subject matter experts in the field of market and structure research and analysis. There are two experts from Marine Corps Recruiting Command's G3 Plans and Research Branch and one expert from the market and research sections at each recruiting region. Highlights of the show: Opening comments National Structure Working Group (NSWG) Market Share Structure Model Method of Analysis (NPS Metric breakdown) 2020 Census Release Schedule Woods and Poole Qualified Military Applicant Current Situation Way Forward - Metric Revisions, Market Analysis, Indexing, structure optimization RS Structure Manpower - BRC throughput and gapped sectors Lessons of an RS Executive Officer External Agency Integration and Analysis - The Future of Structure Show Guests CWO5 Chris Mayfield - Host Major Jason Oldenkamp - MCRC P&R Mike Mengel - MCRC P&R LeRoy Pennington - Eastern Recruiting Region Scot Wood - Western Recruiting Region Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command. https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Leadership-Adolf-Von-Schell/dp/0317647326

    3h 5m

  5. 10/06/2021

    Connection 7 - Back to the Basics

    In this episode we connect with MGySgt Jared Cobb, Marine Corps Recruiting Command's G3 Chief. Highlights of the show: Opening comments using familiar Marine Corps examples to illustrate the similarities of the FMF and recruiting. Back to the Basics, trusting the process (training, sales, systematic recruiting), using the Enlisted Recruiting Process to maximize a recruiter's time by removing obstacles and driving production. During the break SSgt Jacob Brown (USMCR Ret) discusses MCRC Connections. Visit MCRC Connections at https://www.mcrc.marines.mil/Resources/MCRC-Connections/ Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    2h 18m

  6. 09/03/2021

    Connection 6 - The MCRC 5

    In this episode we connect with Marine Corps Recruiting Command's Commanding General and Sergeant Major. Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm, the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and Sgt. Maj. Cortez Brown, the previous MCRC Sergeant Major, address their command and introduce the "MCRC Five" principles for success. The video/audio was recorded on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 13, 2020. The MCRC Five are guidelines written by Bohm and Brown with the goal to improve Marines, Sailors and civilians both personally and professionally. (U.S. Marine Corps video/audio by Lance Cpl. Phuchung Nguyen) The Five Principles are: 1) Mission First 2) Lead by Example 3) Balanced Excellence 4) Self-Improvement 5) Be Men and Women of Character Watch the video at: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/764708/mcrc-cg-and-sgtmaj-introduce-mcrc-five-principles-success At the beginning of the show, SSgt Jacob Brown (USMCR Ret) discusses MCRC Connections. Visit MCRC Connections at https://www.mcrc.marines.mil/Resources/MCRC-Connections/ Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    9 min

  7. 09/01/2021

    Connection 5 - CWO3 Jon Carr - Innovation, Generational Gaps, and DEP and Hold

    In this episode we connect with the 6th Marine Corps Recruiting District's Deputy Training Team Officer, CWO3 Jon Carr. Highlights of the show: MARSOC recruiting. Innovation and the generational gaps iT can create. DEP and Hold impacts at various levels. During the break SSgt Jacob Brown (USMCR Ret) discusses MCRC Connections. Visit MCRC Connections at https://www.mcrc.marines.mil/Resources/MCRC-Connections/ Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 50m

  8. 08/25/2021

    Connection 4 - MSgt Jeremiah Bentz - Marketing and Communication

    In this episode we connect with Marine Corps Recruiting Command's Marketing Chief, MSgt Jeremiah Bentz. Highlights of the show: Accountability metrics/objectives (Program Health Indicators) for District Marketing and Communication Officers. Reducing troop to task efforts with marketing strategies. The Squadbay Application - new functionality for applicants. The Battles Won campaign strategy and the all new Enhanced Area Canvassing "Battle Position."   Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 17m

  9. 08/17/2021

    Connection 3 - MGySgt Jamie Hassek - Building A Winning Team

    In this episode we connect with Recruiting Station Baltimore's Recruiting Instructor, MGySgt Jamie Hassek to discuss what he thinks iT takes to build a winning team and the role the RI plays in creating a team of winners.    Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 27m

  10. 08/10/2021

    Connection 2 - MGySgt Dinky Byers - MCRC 8412 Monitor

    In this episode we connect with the Career Recruiter Monitor, MGySgt Dinky Byers.    Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas.   The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    59 min
  11. Connection 1 - MGySgt Drew Korous - Recruiter School Chief Instructor

    08/02/2021

    Connection 1 - MGySgt Drew Korous - Recruiter School Chief Instructor

    In this episode we connect with the Recruiter School Chief Instructor MGySgt Andrew Korous. Email the show host at mcrcconnections@gmail.com with questions, comments, or show ideas. The views and expressions of the host and all guests are those of the individual and not those of the Marine Corps or Marine Corps Recruiting Command.

    1h 8m
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This podcast is designed to link people together.

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  • Creator
    Chris Mayfield
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Semper Connected
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