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PCS season is here, and as a military spouse, I understand how challenging this time can be for your career. To help you navigate these changes, check out these tips on writing a winning resume in the latest #UMGCblog post! 📝🏆 #ResumeWriting #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #LifetimeCareerServices

Guess who that brother is…… This was the genesis of Operation Hired. How do we fix it? Well, as a vet, we roll up our sleeves and jump in. If you’re a hiring manager, TA professional or HR professional, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Post them below and let’s get the conversation started. #operationhired

Do you truly believe the fact that you are a veteran is your MOST important trait? Is that truly the number one fact that an employer should know about you? I don't think so. If you agree with me, why are you leading all your communication to potential employers with the fact that you are a veteran? There is a well-known provider of free military transition resumes out there, and every resume they write starts off with ((Insert branch of the military)) veteran with 20+ years of experience... This is not the most effective way to begin your communication with employers. Here is an example: I'm a mom, it is the MOST important job that I have. But my resume doesn't start off with Mother of two girls with 22 years of experience. My status as a mom is not in my LinkedIn headline. Instead, I focus on what I do best and how I can add value. I absolutely understand that you are proud of your #veteran status, as you SHOULD be. However, your skills, your value and your accomplishments are far more important than your veteran status. When an employer looks at your experience and sees that you are in the US Army, US Navy, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, United States Space Force or U.S. Coast Guard, they'll know you're a vet. As you prepare for your #militarytransition, look at your resume, cover letter and LinkedIn content. 🌟 Remember, your resume is not about where you've been. It's about showcasing how your past accomplishments and experience can add value where you are going NEXT! Are you valuing your veteran status more than your own personal skills and experience? Are you: ☑️ Showcasing relevant transferable skills ☑️ Translating military terms so employers understand your unique value ☑️ Demonstrating how your military experience relates to the private sector This is what we do best here at Get Results Career Services, LLC. I help veterans like you highlight your true value and tell a story that focuses on what you bring to the table in your next role, not just where you’ve been. Let’s work together to create a resume that reflects your accomplishments—and the value you can deliver in the next phase of your career.

Application statuses – the messages after applying! 1️⃣ Referred: they liked your application and possible interview consideration 2️⃣ Not Referred:they're not moving forward with your application this time 3️⃣ Eligible: means you met the basic job requirements 4️⃣ Ineligible: You might not meet all the requirements or forgot to include something! Attention to detail 5️⃣ Not Selected: May not be your position 6️⃣ Another Selection Has Been Made: they found their match for the job.7️⃣ All Positions Filled: No additional vacancies, the emails don't always tell the whole story. The goal is Selected/The offer you got the position! #JobHuntingTips #KeepDreaming #YouGotThis #careertips #veterans #usajobs #careercoach #executivecoaching

Regularly updating your resume is one of the best things you can do for your career. If you’re like most professionals (including us!), you only update your resume when you start a new job search. However, there are compelling reasons to regularly review this important career document to ensure it’s ready to use at a moment’s notice. If your resume is updated on a regular basis, it takes very little time to add details about a promotion, a new skill, or an educational achievement when the time comes. Throw in the right keywords, and it’s ready when you need — without the additional stress. Need help? Visit our website MissionMilSpouse.org for more resources! #MissionMilspouse #Career #Resume #Milspouse #MilitarySpouse #Military

So how many Veterans has Best Military Resume gotten hired?!? That’s a question I’m asked a lot by other Vets in business. It’s also a question that’s hard to answer. Being a mostly one Vet operation, it’s impossible for me to follow up personally with the hundreds of Vets that are on BMR every month. I mean I could send out mass emails all the time asking but, I’m not about that. Theirs nothing more annoying than getting badgered 🦡 in your inbox. So how do you know it’s effective?! 2 ways 1️⃣ My recruiter connections like my resumes. Apparently their easy to look at and they can immediately find what they need. Some of these recruiters also helped build these templates! The whole point of the resume is to make your qualifications and work history specific to the job and show why you’re the best candidate for the position. ✅ 2️⃣ Random Veteran interactions. Yep, either via connections or random question emails like the graphic. Usually the conversation is about something else and then…. “By the way, thanks for helping me get my current job” 🤣 It’s awesome and always a surprise. It’s like Christmas everyday! To all the Vets that let me know you were hired: THANK YOU for making every day Christmas!🎅 Brad Tachi Best Military Resume https://lnkd.in/gRMyRaQT

Did you know Career Confidence US we offer FREE 20-minute consultations? You will either be speaking with myself or Jamie Burch about your transition timeline (we recommend between 3-18 months from target start date), your job preferences, and our strategy to get your resume "interview-worthy." We understand the mental, emotional, and logistical challenges as you approach retirement—the to-do list can seem endless. Our mission is to transform that feeling of overwhelm into one of confidence, making your transition as smooth as possible. This is the perfect chance to ask questions, gain valuable insights, and begin crafting a resume that captures the attention of employers. 📅 Book your slot here: https://lnkd.in/g2NXC_97 #MilitaryTransition #Veterans #CareerDevelopment #ResumeWriting #LinkedInProfileOptimization #FreeConsultation

💫 Transition Resume Tip Tuesday 💫 I spoke to an old Ohio National Guard acquaintance last week. He is getting ready to retire and had resume questions. I gave him the same advice John Seif gave me 2 years ago, “You need to separate out your resume into 3 - 1 for Ops jobs, 1 for logistics jobs, and 1 for HR jobs.” John is a really smart dude who heads up Revel IT and I took his advice. 😎 See, we do some many things in the military and many times they are not all in the same field. I was a- ✅Intel guy ✅Log guy ✅Transportation guy ✅Aid Defense guy ✅Ops guy ✅HR guy ✅CBRN guy However there isn’t one job I’ve ever seen looking for all of those things. So start making a really good Master Resume 12 months out. 📝 After doing lots of Informational interviews, break it down into field or industry specific resumes. 📑 Then when you find positions you want to apply for, tailor every time!💥 It takes a lot of time and effort to get really good jobs. Sometimes a little luck too. 🍀 Happy Tuesday, reach out if I can ever help you. Ohio National Guard - The Adjutant General's Department of Ohio #transitioningmilitary #militarytransition #resumetips #resumewriting #resumes #military #veteran #veteranshelpingveterans

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹? Apply these negotiation strategies: 1️⃣ Research market value. Determine your role's market value by checking job boards and seeking mentor guidance in your field. 2️⃣ Don't rush to accept the first offer; ask for time. Don't rush; request 48 hours to evaluate the offer. 3️⃣ Consider benefits, not just salary. Negotiate beyond salary, including vacation, flexibility, bonuses, education, and relocation. 4️⃣ Use clear, appreciative language. Maintain objectivity, expressing appreciation for the opportunity. 5️⃣ Be ready to compromise for a win-win. Prioritize your needs and be flexible to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. 6️⃣ Assess company response. Observe how the company handles your counteroffer, reflecting its culture. 7️⃣ Get the final offer in writing. Secure a written offer letter detailing all terms before accepting. 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁! #All #ActiveDuty #TransitioningMilitary #Militaryspouse #Reservists #Veterans #ACTNowEducation

I officially transitioned to civilian life this week. Instead of sharing my own experiences and advice on resettlement and transitioning from the armed forces, I'd like to ask for your top piece of advice for someone navigating this process, whether it's regarding CV writing, interview tips, or courses. As a secondary question, reflecting on my career, if you could go back, would you have chosen the same branch or force? For me, if I hadn't chosen the Submarine service, I would have pursued becoming a Royal Marine. However, if I were to revisit my decision as a Submariner, I would have opted for the ME branch (apologies to my fellow WE's). Regarding resettlement, I find LinkedIn to be a crucial tool for networking and job applications, while other job apps like Glassdoor and Reed can be overlooked. Remember, a job interview is essentially like a watchkeeping, oral, or ops board, but focused on the best subject—you. I hope this post proves valuable to someone else in the future.