A “resume writing factory” is easy to spot—just look at the price. If a service costs under $200, chances are you’re working with someone with limited experience who lacks the ability to translate military experience into a compelling civilian-friendly resume. What About Free Military Resume Services Like TAP & SERCO? If you’re transitioning out of …
Transitioning from military service to the civilian workforce is a journey filled with opportunities—and yes, a few challenges (but you’ve tackled worse, right?). One of the biggest hurdles my clients struggle with—translating their military job titles into something that doesn’t leave civilian hiring managers scratching their heads. So is it ok to change your military …
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Your resume is often the first impression you make on a potential employer, so it’s important to make sure it’s presenting you in the best possible light. While you may be tempted to include every detail of your work history and accomplishments, there are some things you should leave off. Here are four things you …
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We are hearing a lot about #ChatGPT and how it impacts almost every industry, from education to marketing. But how can you leverage #AI to help you in your job search? I attended a symposium by Career Thought Leaders Consortium titled Envision The Future of Work at the end of March 2023 and one of the hot topics was, “How will Artificial Intelligence …
Whether you’re retiring from the military or leaving at the end of your contract, the transition to the civilian workforce is overwhelming, beginning with your first step: conducting a successful job search. Here are the five biggest challenges that we routinely help clients address. Challenge #1: Finding Time Military life is very different from civilian life. Remember when you first …
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Applicant Tracking System software (ATS). Often I joke about an ATS is like a black hole. A black hole where you submit all your most personal information and career history and often, hear silence in return. Although ATS systems can be frustrating as a job seekers, they do serve a purpose. Recruiters/talent acquisition teams can’t feasibly …
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Before you waste an hour or more applying for a job, take 10-15 minutes to research the company first. I know it can be tempting to apply ASAP to “get it over with.” But there are 3 reasons you should take the time to research the company first. You may find that… The job doesn’t …
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You’ve probably heard that talent acquisition managers and recruiters spend just 10-15 seconds glancing through your resume before determining whether you go into the YES or NO pile. That’s pretty anxiety-provoking and raises the question, “How do I ensure that my resume lands in the ‘move forward’ pile?” Many military job seekers are continuing to …
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