What skill from military service became most valuable to you after leaving the military and why?

Project management, no doubt - got me my first near six-figure job. Coming out of the military, that surprised me, because I was expecting a pay cut and needing to essentially "start over" & earn my "civilian stripes." Instead, here I was being valued for my military experience like those commercials always promise!

As an officer I was taught early on that no matter what happens on the battlefield, the look on your face should tell everyone around you that not only is everything under control, but that you even expected it to happen. I was typically able to do this showing very little emotion in tense situations and just focusing on the task at hand. This has been a great asset in the civilian world as well. While the situation I encounter aren't life or death, you wouldn't guess that by the way some people in corporate America react to things. I have been told numerous times that nothing bothers me. That couldn't be further from the truth. I've just learned how to react (or not react) to it. In combat, if the look on my face showed what was happening in my gut a lot of times, they probably would have sent me home!

Discipline

Military changed the way I live my life in pretty much everything

I would say determination, troubleshooting, and learning how to deal with assholes really helped. 35 almost six figures :)

I would have to say my MOS translated into a great civilian position. I've always had the drive and determination to do what I set out to do, but what I lacked was the training and connections to be successful. In the military I was able to make the connections from people who saw my work ethic and knew what I brought to the table. The military also trained me in an occupation that does require some skill to perform. So now I don't have to settle for entry level positions, I can at least move up a couple notches on the ladder.

Surely how to disassemble an M249 in half a minute.

Oh wait...

After retirement, I went into Law Enforcement as a Chief Deputy and culminated this carreer as High County Sheriff. Without a Doubt it was Leadership!.

Teamwork, discipline, attention to detail, organization, prioritization, situational awareness, can do attitude. Working with people from different backgrounds.

Came in handy while i was a contractor in Iraq and also currently at the hospital i work at. About 85% of the hospital staff are from other countries.

I think patience is an attribute you have no choice but to learn in the military. Hurry up and wait has effected us all. Understanding live as well as work is a marathon and not a foot race goes a long way!