July 23rd, 2010 | by Angela Caban | published in Careers
For the Guard and Reserve components, a slow economy and not knowing their rights, can easily lead into unemployment after deployment. It is no secret that this country is in a large recession, and jobs are not as easily found as they used to be. This leaves our National Guard and Reservists wondering, “Will I have a job when I get home?”
July 19th, 2010 | by Angela Caban | published in Careers
When constantly moving and only staying in a certain area for a few years or so, maintaining a career can be one of the many difficult tasks we must endure. But it does not have to be so difficult.
April 7th, 2010 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
Each year a significant number of veterans make the transition from the U.S. military to the civilian world. A majority of the soldiers are not aware of the resources available to them to help ease that transition.
Career counselors do not need to be experts on the military in order to be effective with this population. [...]
March 17th, 2010 | by freedom | published in Making the Transition
Moving from the highly organized and disciplined world of the military to the less regimented, less strict, demands of civilian life can be difficult and somewhat confusing.
Did you know…?
Each year over 250,000 military personnel and families leave the military. While some plan to go into full-time retirement, most intend to start a new career. [...]
March 10th, 2010 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
We invest years and millions of dollars toward the difficult process of transforming civilians into soldiers. So why is there so little being done to help the soldier return to his or her civilian life?
Making a career move can be a frightening and overwhelming experience for an American soldier. Leaving the military to move into [...]
March 3rd, 2010 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
Military life is a great experience and it has many benefits. In the previous articles we discussed how you can use the knowledge you gained in the military to start your own business. Now In this article I will list some pointers to help you get started.
Did you know…?
The estimated military veteran population in the [...]
February 26th, 2010 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
Many veteran’s find it difficult to make the transition from active duty military to civilian life. Yet part of what’s so great about the military is that they train our soldiers in so many different areas and they train them well. By taking advantage of the skills you’ve learned, you could control your own destiny. [...]
March 10th, 2009 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
The Most Important Skills
You Must Learn
In Order to Succeed In the Civilian World
(Part 12)
Learn how to create a successful business using excellent marketing strategies
In our last article, we discussed the topic of being your own boss by starting your own business. Owning your own business is a true accomplishment, but in order to [...]
February 23rd, 2009 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
The Most Important Skills
You Must Learn
In Order to Succeed In the Civilian World
(Part 11)
Learn how to be your own boss by starting your own business
Owning your own business and becoming an entrepreneur used to be a dream for many now it is becoming a reality for many individuals.
Many military soldiers who leave [...]
February 13th, 2009 | by StaceyChil | published in Making the Transition
The Most Important Skills
You Must Learn
In Order to Succeed In the Civilian World
(Part 10)
When an Opportunity Knocks – It’s Best to Answer
Learn how to give your two week notice, while remaining on good terms with your soon to be ex-employer
When you are in the military, you are given orders to a billet or [...]