Book 1 of 8: Navigating the Military Transition
This book shares best practices that are based on two decades
of research with veterans to help you navigate the unknown.
Introduction and how this guidebook can help
Best Practice #1: Start Early
- Why members delay and ways to begin
Best Practice #2: Develop a Plan
- Know yourself, define goals, and create pathways
Best Practice #3: Build your Network
- Understand networking and take purposeful action
Best Practice #4: Translate Your Skills and Experience
- How to show employers the value you bring
Best Practice #5: Be Patient and Persistent
- Ways to become a high-performing civilian
Book 2 of 8: Truths about the Military Transition
Ten lessons everyone should be aware of on day-1 of the military.
This is an easy-to-read guidebook that delivers useful insights.
1. Everyone will transition
2. You are responsible for your own transition
3. The process can be stressful and confusing
4. Understanding and preparation are essential
5. Everyone has a different experience
6. The best lessons come from those with experience
7. Some veterans aren’t ready
8. Most hiring managers aren’t veterans
9. Compensation is different outside the military
10. Patience and persistence are required
Book 3 of 8: Transition Challenges
Transition challenges and specific tactics to overcome are
discussed in this book, along with ways employers can assist.
1. Loss of Purpose or Meaning
2. Loss of Community or Identity
3. Loss of Structure
4. Language Barriers
5. Culture Barriers
6. Information Barriers
7. Time Concerns
8. Family Concerns
9. Employment & Financial Concerns
10. Limited Self-Reflection
11. Reluctance to ask for Help
12. Medical Limitations
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Book 4 of 8: Winning the Employment Game
Finding your ideal job after the military is a competition.
The first step is understanding the rules and how the game is played.
Part 1: How to Win
- How the game is played
- The Open and Hidden Job Markets
Part 2: Getting Started
Part 3: The Resume
Part 4: The Interview
Part 5: Winning the Game
- Networking
- Translating Skills
Part 6: Developing your Playbook
- Examples & Resources
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Book 5 of 8: Transition Mistakes
THE MOST COMMON TRANSITION MISTAKES ARE DISCUSSED IN
THIS BOOK, ALONG WITH TACTICS TO AVOID AND OVERCOME.
1. Not starting early enough
2. Not taking ownership
3. Limited self-awareness
4. Not understanding the process
5. Not developing a strong network
6. Not evaluating all sources of advice
7. Too focused on a job versus a career
8. Unprepared for the culture change
9. Inability to align skills with the position
10. Not understanding the impact of location
11. Expecting quick results
12. Not asking for help
Book 6 of 8: Networking for the Transition
UNDERSTAND THE VALUE OF NETWORKING AND HOW TO BEGIN
USING THE 6-STEP PROCESS OUTLINED IN THIS GUIDEBOOK.
PART 1: WHAT IS NETWORKING
PART 2: HOW TO START
- STEP 1: ESTABLISH YOUR BRAND
- STEP 2: START CONNECTING
- STEP 3: IN-PERSON NETWORKING
- STEP 4: CONNECTION TO COLLABORATION
- STEP 5: DEVELOP GOALS
- STEP 6: KEEP A JOURNAL
PART 3: WHEN TO NETWORK
PART 4: NETWORKS AND NET-WORTH
PART 5: FINAL LESSONS
PART 6: ORGANIZATIONS & EVENTS
Book 7 of 8: Planning for the Transition
TAKE CHARGE AND START PLANNING YOUR FUTURE. IT BEGINS WITH
SELF-EVALUATION, FOLLOWED BY UNDERSTANDING AND ACTION.
I. Take Charge
II. Self-Evaluation
- Empowering Exercises
III. Understand Your Options
- The Big 3
1. Education
2. Entrepreneurship
3. Employment
IV. The Best Pathway
- SkillBridge 101
V. Career Planning Framework
- Decision Matix
Book 8 of 8: AFTER the Military Transition
