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What would you like to see in a transitioning program?

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Jessica Luebke

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Interview guidance. One area I see a lot of really talented vets struggle. Not sure how to turn on the civilian face when in front of hiring leaders.

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Col Joseph Lenertz

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Agree! I didn't even know how to research and respond to a company's culture, so I would know how to phrase responses, how to relax, and be friendly.

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Jessica Luebke

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Culture is such a HUGE factor in the decision making process. That's an excellent point, Col Joseph Lenertz. It's also important to know and feel connected to a company's culture if you plan to be there long term.

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SSgt Holden M.

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I agree. I remember when I went through Airman Leadership School they had us practice giving counseling for when we would have to eventually counsel our subordinates. It would be nice if in the transitioning class they had you do some practice interviews.

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Elizabeth Rosa

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This is great feedback! And our team couldn't agree more! This is why we're hosting an all inclusive FREE Military Veteran Transition Playbook event in Norfolk on Sept 21st! Visit http://www.transitionplaybook.org to learn more and to register! Help us spread the word!

Military Veteran Transition Playbook – Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

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Col Joseph Lenertz

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No one expects military ranks to translate over to civilian, but learning how to tell at what level you might fit into a company is a job search skill. A "Director" at Lockheed Martin is not the same (scope of responsibilities, # of direct reports, budget, etc) as a "Director" of Events within the Athletic Department of the College of William & Mary. Both are Directors, very different levels.

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Elizabeth Rosa

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Absolutely! One of the steps of the Military Veterans Transition Playbook event our team is working on is geared at helping service members and veterans figure out just WHO they are as a professional and WHAT the best fit for them is in the civilian battlefield. If you want to learn more or share the information visit http://www.transitionplaybook.org

Military Veteran Transition Playbook – Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

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Col Joseph Lenertz

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Thanks Elizabeth Rosa, great info!

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SFC William Stephens A. Jr., 3 MSM, JSCM

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Better development of resume writing program not just some 2 days course and a review and your ready to hit the job market.

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LT John Chang

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I agree that the basics should be covered in the course, but follow-up sessions / check-in's should be offered - even if it's for small fees with independent contractors, not necessarily overbooked staff.

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Elizabeth Rosa

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Thanks for your input! Our plan for the Military Veterans Transition Playbook is to host a large main event, our first will be in Norfolk Sept.21st, In which we'll go over our "Playbook" and have smaller subsequent events in the market to get more in-depth into each phase. If you want to learn more, visit http://www.transitionplaybook.org

Military Veteran Transition Playbook – Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

Mentoring and Coaching Transitioning Veterans

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