Whether you served four years or 35, most veterans transition back to civilian life and look for a new job or even a new career. And your service makes you an attractive candidate in many fields. As you consider the many opportunities, borrow some of our tips to keep health and well-being as a priority in your work lifestyle. Information Technology Since the military … [Read more...]
Fewer Non-Deployable Soldiers, Less-Frequent PCS Moves a Goal, Army Secretary Says
FEBRUARY 8, 2018, Washington D.C. - The Army is taking a hard look at the number of Soldiers who are designated as non-deployable and possibly reducing the frequency of permanent-change-of-station moves, said Secretary of the Army Dr. Mark T. Esper. Esper spoke Tuesday at the Pentagon during a meeting with representatives of military and veteran service … [Read more...]
Why Transitioning Soldiers Make Great Entrepreneurs
February 2, 2018, Fort Knox, KY - When a Soldier transitions from Army active duty to the civilian world, they are presented a host of new career opportunity options. It's like being back in school with a counselor asking what you want to do for the rest of your life. The door is wide open and now you are sifting through the options. Soldiers in the U.S. Army will have this … [Read more...]
What Are the Best Franchise Options for Veterans and Why
DECEMBER 2017 Translating the skills and knowledge you gained while serving our country to a satisfying long-term professional career can sometimes be a challenge. But there is one avenue that should not be overlooked and that is franchising. Franchising allows veterans to utilize the leadership experience learned in the military as a civilian. In fact, according to the … [Read more...]
Air Force Civilian Tuition Assistance Increases Course Limits
NOVEMBER 8, 2017, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, TX - Air Force officials have raised the course limit for civilian tuition assistance from one course per semester or quarter to two courses for fiscal year 2018. The Air Force chose to increase the course limit, following the annual end-of-year TA program review, based on interest across the civilian career fields and … [Read more...]