Employment Tips
How to Disagree with Your Boss
In a civilian job, not agreeing with your boss happens occasionally and you can say something, but how you approach a disagreement with your boss
How to Master the Phone Interview
A common part of the hiring process is a phone interview, which usually comes after resume submission but before an invitation to meet with a
How to Ask For a Promotion in Civilian Careers
In the civilian workforce, promotions are much different from those given in the service. Here are some ways to ask your boss for that job
Things You Didn’t Know About Overtime
In the military, you can earn special pay such as combat pay or flight pay. But Uncle Sam doesn’t pay overtime for extra hours worked.
Stand Out In Your Job Search With These 3 Things
Resumes get all the attention when it comes to transition and applying for a job. We speak of accomplishments and awards as “resume bullets,” transition
What Not to Do After Transition
So you’re getting out and transitioning back into the civilian world. The motivation to get a job right away can be a struggle, thankfully we’re here
What You Need to Know About Junior Military Officer Recruiting Firms
There are a few things to consider when deciding whether or not to go with a JMO recruiter when transitioning out of active duty military
What Civilian Employers Expect From Veteran Hires
The military does a great job giving service members very clear expectations: expectations of conduct, dress, courtesy and – most importantly – success. If you
Transition 101: How to Find Your Civilian Salary
OK, well done and welcome back! Now it’s time to think about money. It’s important to thoroughly assess your financial needs. If you have a
Don’t Let Yourself Become an Obsolete Worker
It can be hard to find a job, especially a job you like. But if you are fortunate to be able to go to work
How Terminal Leave Helps With Your Military Separation
Under normal circumstances active-duty military personnel are granted 30 days of leave per year at an accrual rate of 2.5 days per month annotated on
Seasonal Employment: Should You Consider It?
If you’ve looked for post-transition jobs, you might have noticed “seasonal employment” available. These are just what they sound like: a job available only for