Building Your War Chest
To get a job you need a job offer. To get the job offer, you need to ace the interview. How do you get the interviews? You network, you send out resumes & job applications, but the interviews just...
View ArticleRethinking Resumes (Part 2)
Resumes are a little like our taste in music; everyone has a different opinion about what’s best. Here are some ways to strengthen yours (remember, resumes won’t get you a job, but somewhat like a...
View ArticleA Business Card?
“But I’m not in business.” Like hell you’re not! A business card will probably do more for you than a resume. Why? When you meet someone, you may want to connect later (defer asking upfront for a...
View ArticleYour 30 Second Commercial
When you make a connection during your job search, you’ll have a brief opportunity to make the most of the encounter. Sometimes you’ll have more than 30 seconds, often you’ll have less, but you want...
View ArticleInformational Interviews Revisited
Most everyone knows about informational interviews, but you may not recognize the value of using them effectively. Here are some key steps for great outcomes: Research – Find out which companies you’d...
View ArticleMaking the Most of Your LinkedIn Profile
Everyone knows how important LinkedIn can be in connecting, researching, promoting your skills, and generally burnishing your professional image. You know that vets can get LinkedIn Professional for...
View ArticleVeteran Job Transition Highlights
Veteran Job Transition Highlights Here is an overview of some articles I've written and those by others that you might find useful. Use this as a review and let me know if I could help. ·...
View ArticleCareer Choices
Identifying Your Best Career Choices “If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will get you there.” One of the most important decisions you will make is choosing a civilian career. If you’re an...
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