Have you used all of your military traits to transition into the civilain world?

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 10:45:27 -0500

Check out this link: http://www.everyveteranhired.com/8-common-traits-military-personnel-common-civilian-workplace/

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8 Common Traits of Military Personnel That Are Not So Common in the Civilian Workplace - Every...

As a former military member, you’re equipped with valuable traits civilian interviewers might not immediately recognize -- so you need to tell them.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 5 at 2015 12:01 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 12:01:49 -0500

That's an excellent article, sir. I used those eight traits and more as I transitioned from active duty service to civil service as a DA civilian. Vets (and soon-to-be vets) would be well served to write those traits down (or print off the article) and include those words in cover letters and resumes.

Response by Cpl Michael Strickler made Mar 5 at 2015 2:04 PM

Cpl Michael Strickler — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 14:04:17 -0500

I feel like the combination of integrity and initiative get me in trouble out here sometimes though; there are a great deal of people that do not enjoy a rocking boat.