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Social Networking for Veterans: An Introduction

Social Networking for Veterans: An Introduction

Twitter.  The buzz word of the media industry.  The name alone makes some shudder with fear or disgust; others light up with elation at the mention of it.  Where do you stand?  You may have heard stories about how Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn can help you find a job.  Increasingly more often, commonplace employers are utilizing these networks not only for posting employment opportunities...
Top Five Things Every Veteran Should Know to Succeed in the Civilian World

Top Five Things Every Veteran Should Know to Succeed in the Civilian World

Civilians leave their jobs to pursue bigger, better opportunities. Civilians give two-week notices. Civilians promote human resource initiatives that improve job quality, better wages, better benefits, and advancement opportunity. Does this sound stressful or intimidating? Contrary to the military career, there are no two-week notices, no uncomfortable feeling when you explain why you are mov...
Leveraging Military Skills and Experience

Leveraging Military Skills and Experience

Military life is behind you, but it is most certainly not forgotten.  You possess a unique skill set that only a small portion of the workforce shares with you.  Many of the non-veteran careerists out there have grown accustomed to a routine, become comfortable, have stopped learning and therefore overlook the wealth of skills that have been accumulated over the years.  This may be your most v...