Military-to-Civilian Transition Pocket Guide (2nd Edition)

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Filled with the latest strategies and timeless tips for launching a successful military-to-civilian transition, this revealing pocket guide helps users every step of the way.

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ISBN 978-1-57023-382-1 (softcover); 978-1-57023-383-8 (eBook)

By Ronald L. Krannich, Ph.D.

#7192  Each year over 250,000 military personnel and families leave their respective service for new careers in the civilian world. Faced with the challenging tasks of writing a resume, contacting potential employers, interviewing, negotiating salary, or starting a business, many veterans and their families need a “trusted friend” to coach them through the challenging transition process.

Filled with the latest strategies and timeless tips for launching a successful military-to-civilian transition, this revealing pocket guide helps users:

  • identify transferable military-to-civilian skills
  • locate the best military-friendly jobs and employers
  • develop the right attitudes
  • assess skills and state goals
  • complete applications and write resumes and letters
  • conduct an effective online job search
  • attend and work job fairs effectively
  • network, interview, and negotiate compensation

It also covers such important subjects as starting a business, surviving on the job, planning for retirement, documenting experience, finding a federal job, and identifying references. Jam-packed with engaging checklists, tips, examples, and exercises, this handy guide may well change your life! 64 pages. © 2016.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Planning Your Transition   1

  • Planning for Retirement 1
  • Military-to-Civilian Transition Services 2

Job Search Information and Skills   3

  • 10 Steps to Job Search Success 3
  • What’s Your Job Search IQ? 4
  • How’s Your Attitude? 7
  • Translating Military Experience 9
  • Translating Job Titles and Education 12
  • Identify Your Transferable Skills 14
  • Motivated Abilities and Skills (MAS) 15
  • State a Clear Objective or Goal 16
  • Complete Winning Applications 18
  • Avoid Common Resume Mistakes 19
  • Use the Internet Wisely 21
  • Community-Based Opportunity Networks 22
  • Attend Military-Friendly Job Fairs 24
  • Top 50 Military-Friendly Employers 26
  • Start Your Own Business 28
  • Finding a Federal Job 30
  • Network Your Way to Success 31
  • Prepare for Job Interviews 34
  • Avoid Common Interview Errors 35
  • Handle Red Flags Tactfully 37
  • Prepare to Answer Key Questions 38
  • Ask Informative Questions 41
  • Close and Exit the Interview Properly 42
  • Follow Up the Interview Quickly 43
  • Avoid 20 Salary Mistakes 44
  • Accept the Job Offer 45

Job Survival and Success   46

  • Survive and Thrive on the Job 46
  • 10 Job Survival Strategies 47
  • Conduct an Annual Career Check-Up 47

Documentation and Resources   48

  • Personal Information 48
  • Education Snapshot 50
  • College/University Attended 51
  • Other Education/Training 52
  • Work History/Experience 53
  • Other Noteworthy Experiences 54
  • Identify Your Best References 55
  • Transition Assistance Websites 57

Order Form/Resources  58

  • Order Form 58
  • Military Spouses and Transition Guides 60

 

THE AUTHOR:  Ron Krannich is one of America’s leading career and travel writers who has authored more than 100 books, including The Military Spouse’s Employment Pocket Guide, Military-to-Civilian Resumes and Letters, Military-to-Civilian Success for Veterans and Their Families, and the annual 250,000+ copy Military-to-Civilian Transition Guide.

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