By Ronald L. Krannich, Ph.D. and Trudy S. Woodring

Designed for members of the military and their spouses, veterans, job seekers in the civilian sector, and ex-offenders trying to turn their lives around, these six  inexpensive and practical self-directed action guides are jam-packed with essential information on managing careers (both civilian and military), personal finances, and navigating the military maze.

Each pocket guide includes engaging checklists, tips, examples, quizzes, and exercises for understanding and taking action. Designed (3 7/8" x 4 7/8") as quick references to conveniently fit into pockets and/or handbags.

Written by a leading career expert and a military spouse. 64 pages each. 2009. $2.95 each. SPECIALS: $14.95 for all six pocket guides; 10 sets of 6 guides per set for $99.95 ($1.67 per guide); 100 sets of 6 guides per set for $769.95 ($1.28 per guide).

• The Quick Job Finding Pocket Guide
  Designed for anyone seeking employment in today's tough economy. Covers attitudes, skills, goals, job applications, resumes, networking, Internet use, interviews, salary negotiations, job offers, federal employment, job fairs, on-the-job survival, starting a business, and much more.
  
  
• The Re-Entry Employment and Life Skills Pocket Guide
  Especially useful for ex-offenders and individuals in recovery re-entering the outside world. Helps users assess skills, complete job applications, write resumes, conduct job interviews, negotiate compensation, and survive, thrive, and advance on the job. Also gives tips on education, training, health, attitudes, financial planning, housing, transportation, and community services.
  
  
• The Military-to-Civilian Transition Pocket Guide
  Filled with timeless tips for launching a successful military-to-civilian transition. Includes a 10-step job search process along with job survival, starting a business, federal jobs, and retirement planning.
  
  
• The Military Spouse's Employment Pocket Guide
  Offers terrific advice on organizing an effective job search, education, training, attitudes, barriers to employment, jobs and employers, federal jobs, Internet resources, employment assistance, contacts, and much more.
  
  
• The Military Spouse's Map Through the Maze Pocket Guide
  Shows how to effectively deal with the military maze. Covers base services, child care, TRICARE, pay, benefits, education, health, deployment, personal finances, employment, etiquette, PTSD, travel, education, and retirement.
  
  
• The Military Personal Finance Pocket Guide
  Shows how to develop a secure future through smart financial planning. Covers budgeting, investing, insurance, banking, borrowing, tax strategies, VA benefits, retirement, and much more.