Camo to Career: The Veteran's Guide to Career Success

Dr. Dustin D. Lange; Dr. Nicholas J. Osborne; Terry J. Arndt; Kirrin R. Coleman

ISBN 10: 0984833277 / ISBN 13: 9780984833276

Editore: Life After Graduation, LLC, 2016

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G0984833277I4N00

Riassunto:

Each year over 200,000 service members transition from the military and subsequently become veterans. Although veterans are often highly motivated go-getters with a wealth of experience and qualities that stand out to employers, translating these skills and integrating into a civilian workforce can still be a challenge. Fortunately for you, Camo to Career is the essential guide written exclusively for recently separated service members looking to launch a successful career. This book covers everything from ways to maximize your time on a college campus to what to expect on the job – as well as how to deal with the unexpected. Topics include: • How to identify careers of interest and take advantage of educational employment opportunities • Translating and discussing your military background with civilian employers • The significance of soft skills and why you’re already ahead of the curve • Workplace and business function etiquette • Communication: How to say what you mean, get what you want, and build positive relationships • Workplace interactions: the good, the bad, and the ugly • Finding a mentor • Building a network • Understanding your benefits, your paycheck, and your rights • Developing a professional and effective social media presence • Specific resources just for veterans Camo to Career answers all the questions you have and some you haven’t yet thought to ask. You’ll be the expert in your field soon; in the meantime, use this resource to make the most of your transition from the military and college and to open another exciting chapter in your life.

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Titolo: Camo to Career: The Veteran's Guide to ...
Casa editrice: Life After Graduation, LLC
Data di pubblicazione: 2016
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: Very Good
Condizione sovraccoperta: No Jacket