After serving as a Morse code analyst in the United States Air Force, 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐬𝐨𝐧 is quick to note that military experience easily translates to the private sector. Indeed, many of the skills she mastered while a USAF Technical Sergeant (1980-1990) are particularly useful in her current role as an Accounts Payable Specialist at OTO Development. “𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘺 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪-𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘬 — 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘣 𝘢𝘵 𝘖𝘛𝘖 — 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱 𝘢 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘤 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦,” Sharon says. Being able to listen and type simultaneously — accurately — is a talent Sharon honed during her Morse code days. It’s a skill she puts to continued good use, processing the heavy volume of invoices that cross her desk while also taking calls from vendors and responding to emails. 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦: Sharon handled administrative tasks for her base commander during the 1980s, utilizing the earliest iterations of the personal computer. Working in that era of nascent technology required her to be endlessly adaptable to ever-evolving systems, a flexibility she maintains to this day. Read this vibrant Veteran’s full profile on our news blog: https://lnkd.in/eNhieYt4 #ExcellentHotelsExceptionalPeople #OTO #TheJohnsonGroup #CareersAtOTO #HospitalityWorks #VeteransAtWork
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VSO is very excited to announce this month's veteran highlight! Meet Kendra Moore, a 5 year U.S. Army Veteran turned Associate System Administrator. We asked Kendra some questions about her time in the military and the insights she gained while in service: Q: Why did you decide to serve? A: After the events of 9/11, I felt a deep sense of duty and decided to serve my country. It became clear to me that this was how I could contribute and make a meaningful difference during a time of national need. Q: What was your life in the Army like? A: As an Air Defense Artillery officer in the military, I had the unique opportunity to work in a highly technical role that is exclusive to the military. I found great satisfaction in the specialized nature of the job, which allowed me to apply advanced technical skills in ways that are not commonly found in civilian careers. Q: What workforce skills did you develop while in the military? A: During my time in the military, I developed a range of essential workforce skills that have greatly contributed to my professional growth. I honed my time management abilities by balancing multiple responsibilities and ensuring that tasks were completed efficiently and on schedule. Conflict resolution became a key skill as I learned to navigate challenging situations and mediate differences in high-pressure environments. My communication skills were sharpened through daily interactions with diverse teams, where clear and effective communication was crucial. #VetsInTech #VeteranWorkforce #EmployeeFeature
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I invite you to check out one of my newest blogs: Transitioning to Civilian Life: A Practical Air Force Career Guide for Veterans. https://buff.ly/4eaETFc Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be an exciting and daunting journey for Air Force veterans. As you leave behind the structured environment of the military, understanding how to navigate the transition into the civilian landscape becomes crucial. A practical Air Force career guide will serve as a roadmap, enabling you to explore new opportunities while leveraging the skills and experiences you’ve gained during your service. This transition is not just about finding a job; it’s about aligning your values and aspirations with a fulfilling civilian career.
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In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
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In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
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In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
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Celebrating military veterans today - here's a Harvard Business Review article I wrote a while back that might be helpful on "How Military Veterans Can Turn Their Skills into a Corporate Career." Cheering you on in your transition! https://lnkd.in/dyxgmam
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Today marks an important milestone for me, after about a decade on active duty, I have only one year left in the Navy!✨🤩 I am excited to embark on my new journey in the civilian world. I have eight months left to prepare for my skillbridge, and I can't wait to see what the future holds! As I transition from military to civilian life, I would love to hear your best advice. What helped you navigate this change and make a successful transition? 🤔 Please share your insights in the comments below! #MilitaryTransition #CivilianLife #NewBeginnings
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Are you overwhelmed when it comes to identifying your transferable skillset? Let us walk you through it! Transitioning from military service to a civilian career can seem overwhelming, but with Vets2PM, you’re not alone. Start here: vets2pm.com/training
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In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
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In the military, there are instruction manuals and guidelines for just about every career stage. What about once you’re done? There may be no manual, but here are insights and advice from veterans when segueing from the military into a financial career. tinyurl.com/52nk4b4r
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