What are some myths regarding veterans in the workplace? What strengths do veterans bring to employers? Why should companies and organizations hire veterans? What can companies and organizations do to attract and retain veterans for their workforce? Paul Dillon,
Paul Dillon, CMC, and president and CEO […]
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Is there one particular or “go-to” résumé format which best highlight a service member’s experience? What are the main concerns an employer holds in regard to a military member’s time in service? What do veterans need to keep in mind when preparing their résumé? How […]
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What are the five key words you now use to characterize the vision of your own transition? What is your mission? At 
the Pentagon, if it takes you one paragraph to state your mission intent, then it […]
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Trade your military uniform for a business suit. Now, look in the mirror and describe who are you and how have you
positioned yourself for high acceptance and job offers? The HR […]
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Do service members have to spend more time than their civilian counterparts in preparing for an interview? Why? What else to they need to do that civilians don’t? An AECS certified expert with 20 years career transition experience, who is also a 13-year military spouse […]
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Why Training Jr. Leadership is So Important – So many companies could take lessons from the “hip pocket” daily training the military provides to all members, regardless of rank. Corporations may with to listen to the GEMS of wisdom shared by Valerie Berube, a […]
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A conversation with Colonel Carlos Perez, COO of the nations longest-standing military non-profit organization about goals and strategies for achieving financial independence after one leaves military service.
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Col. Ret., Carlos Perez, discusses the common mistakes that most military retirees make when approaching a job search. No service member wants to think about retiring but it is a reality of life. Well in advance of leaving, they need to consider a new vocabulary […]
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Transition from the military to the civilian sector is hard enough. But, translation of one’s skills in such a way that they can be clearly comprehended by the HR screeners and those in leadership positions in the private, non-defense sector “get it” makes transition even […]
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What do you need to do to prepare for an interview. Resources for those leaving the service are discussed. Discussions about LinkedIn and its value to researching companies to interview with and contact.
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