Career choices that allow you to be on-the-move are often ideal for military spouses and their families… By Liz Samet Underemployment among military spouses is a hot-button issue in recent news, with reports claiming that there is a 90% underemployment Continue reading
Corporate Gray published an updated Social Media Guide to help transitioning military members and veterans use social media tools in their job search to supplement more traditional methods. This unique guide provides practical step-by-step instructions on the best ways to Continue reading
During your transition from the military, you need to take stock of what skills you have and what skills you need for the civilian career you are targeting. It may make sense for you to pursue a certificate or earn Continue reading
What skills that you acquired in the military are most relevant to the civilian job market? What other skills do you possess which may or may not be related to your work in the military? Do you need to acquire Continue reading
Attending a Corporate Gray Job Fair soon? Read these tips to follow before, during, and after the event to help make it a more successful experience! BEFORE THE JOB FAIR: Research the attending companies in advance. If you pre-register for Continue reading
By Jason Scholte In keeping track of those Veterans I work with, it looks like the Army is edging out the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corp, and Coast Guard in total number of Veterans opting to use their GI Bill Continue reading
Looking for your next career after the military? The Department of Labor’s interactive website, My Next Move for Veterans, helps veterans learn about their career options. It is designed for U.S. veterans who are current job seekers and want to Continue reading
Prepare for transition to civilian life with these recommendations for active duty service members and family. by Elizabeth Samet The military has taught you many skills, including preparation and organization. These two skills will be especially important post-service, according to career Continue reading
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has stated that by 2015, their goal is to eliminate the VA disability claims backlog and process all claims within 125 days with 98% accuracy. This is an admirable objective, and we hope they Continue reading
One simple change can increase veterans’ odds of getting noticed. By William Treseder A group of veterans and employers recently gathered in downtown San Francisco to get the inside scoop on the best ways to use LinkedIn. The event, organized Continue reading