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The Career Transition Strategies Workshop facilitated by Noël McCall / MilBridge Consulting, LLC, was valuable to me. If you are transitioning, this is a good workshop to attend to help you prepare successfully. Although I have attended workshops and fellowships in the past covering transition topics in fine detail, I believe it is imperative to stay sharp and incorporate lessons learned to continually improve - especially when choosing the right company culture, position within your chosen passions, and path to pick the right job after the military. Here are some key takeaways from the workshop: *Military to Civilian Transition: Further focusing my resume, pitch, and interview response narrative. *One-on-One Coaching: Personalized guidance to refine my career path.  *Networking Strategy Improvement: Continuously working on uncovering hidden job opportunities. Networking goes beyond seeking job opportunities, as it allows you to help others as well. This is the area I seek most to improve, as it is a key differentiator for success. *Personal Branding: Understanding my brand, ensuring I was still on azimuth, and further refining/learning how to communicate it effectively. I was able to compare an assessment with similar ones to better ascertain my skills, strengths, and weaknesses. *Negotiating Offers: Setting expectations and exploring options. Huge thanks to Noël McCall and Al Lampkins for hosting this workshop. Thanks also to Veterans Bridge Home and @The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic. #CareerTransition #MilitaryToCivilian #ProfessionalGrowth

Transitioning from the military to the civilian workforce can be a tough journey to navigate, so hearing stories such as this one are very reassuring! Please take a moment to read this article that highlights how Zack Maxey arrived at Travelers through the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program! #TRVEmployee #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

The skills gap is eating the lunch of many manufacturers. However, when I look across hiring practices I often see even bigger gaps. Does your company actively communicate groups that have skills that are highly applicable to your operations to hiring managers? Check out this post from Jennifer Boykin, Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII. I can think of many others industry verticals and the applicable roles across the service branches trained on ensuring safety, quality, and on time service to customers across the globe. Don’t just talk about the skills gap, actively get out of your box to bridge it! LNS Research’s Future of Industrial Work #FOIW research finds that Leaders have active programs in place to recruit veterans, minorities, women, previously incarcerated, and more. #VeteransDay #Manufacturing #WomenInManufacturing #Leadership #BridgeTheGap #FutureOfWork #FutureOfManufacturing

🚨Collision industry leaders read this! When I was recruiting for the Military, each branch—Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Navy—was vying for the same 1% of students. The competition was fierce and relentless. Instead of viewing other branches as rivals, I took a different approach. I partnered with our biggest competitor, the Marine Corps, to expand that 1% into 5% by collectively enhancing the overall image of the military. This strategy worked exceptionally well. By combining our efforts, we engaged future soldiers and Marines, and leveraged our social media platforms to host joint events that generated more interest in the military. One notable event was a joint service suicide awareness campaign that involved the entire community. We also conducted joint training sessions with our enlisted members, capturing and sharing the fun on social media. This collaboration widened our recruitment pool, leading to greater success for both branches. The collision industry can adopt a similar strategy. By collaborating, we can elevate the perception of the industry, making it more appealing and increasing the quality of our talent pool. Coming together is the key. We can compete on talent later. Collision Repair Education Foundation Collision Industry Conference (CIC) I-CAR CIF - COLLISION INDUSTRY FOUNDATION

Thank you to Navy Federal Credit Union CEO, Dietrich Kuhlmann, for sharing his valuable insights on transitioning from military service and the defense industry to finding your passion. Mr. Kuhlmann left us with a powerful message: understand your value, and don’t discredit your military experience. Education serves as the engine and bridge to a successful transition, and your first job post-service may not be your last—find what works for you. He also shared five keys to finding the right fit: 1. Identify your passion and align it with the industry or company you’re pursuing. 2. Seek fulfillment in your work. 3. Ensure you have opportunities for growth within the sector or organization. 4. Location is crucial—don’t overlook its importance for both you and your family. 5. Compensation: Know your worth and earn it. Thank you, Mr. Kuhlmann and the William & Mary – Raymond A. Mason School of Business.

In the business landscape, veterans stand as pillars of success, drawing upon their experiences from the battlefield to forge new triumphs in the corporate arena. The principles of honor, integrity, and dedication, instilled during military service, become the guiding lights illuminating the path to success in the civilian world. The ability to transform challenges into opportunities is a hallmark of military training.  Contact today to transform your life. #IanBrooksLimitedLLC #CareerConsulting #EffectiveLeadership #CareerAdvice #VeteranOwned #AchieveProfessionalism #LeadershipCoaching #TransformationalLeadership #JobConsulting #CareerStrategy #ProfessionalMindset #LeadershipSkills

#1) GET YOUR RECORDS IN ORDER!! Get your #medical #records and service record sorted out. All of your #awards, your #schools, your #qualifications, etc etc. Do not leave anything out. AND MAKE COPIES!!! #2) Get on LinkedIn, and various social media forums, and follow the advice from top names in the #veteran world. You'll know who they are. Take their advice with a grain of salt and season it to flavor your life. #3) Finish up any qualifications you have, start taking #classes online, or apply for internships/skill bridge/etc. Start getting your feet wet with what you might wanna do after the military. It may not be the path you eventually go down, but, it doesn't hurt. Go ahead and get your associates thru a community college. Work on your PMP (or CAPM). You never know where it might lead. #4) Save every penny you can. Pay off every ounce of #debt you have. Unless you get another government job, paychecks are a little more sporadic. And, it makes it easier to decide what you're going to do. You don't have to take a less desirable position, just because it pays more, so that you can barely make the minimum payments on your debt. (Plus, being debt free is a huge stress relief in general!) #5) Semper Gumbi. Be Flexible. Anything to add to my connection's arsenal as he attempts the great #transition?? #justmytwocents #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport #veterans #military #navy #army #marinecorps #airforce #coastguard #spaceforce #career #education #certifications

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

Special operations forces — such as Army Rangers, Green Berets and Navy SEALs— make up just 3% of the military. That’s because it takes highly skilled and adaptable individuals to carry out some of the military’s most challenging missions. But what happens when these individuals transition to civilian life? How do you match their skill level and training with a corporate career? Learn how our latest #PurplePaladin, 51 Vets, helps veterans of elite military communities translate their unique experiences into rewarding leadership positions in the private sector, helping them find meaningful careers that match their rare skill sets. https://gt-us.co/3U9axKc #TransitioningMilitary #SpecialForces #FinancialServices #PrivateEquity

June 6 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day. 🇺🇸 In 2022, there were 297,592 World War II veterans living in the United States, out of the 16.1 million Americans who served in the Armed Forces during the war. Learn more about #DDay and World War II with #CensusData and records: https://lnkd.in/dgHNuew #ACSdata #CensusHistory #OTD #OnThisDayInHistory