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Enlisted to Officer

One way to change your job in the military is move from an Enlisted Member to an Officer. Officers receive more pay and are also offered the challenge of leadership. Every year many enlisted members are given the opportunity to earn a commission through a variety of pathways. The competition is high but you may have what it takes. Learn more about paths to becoming an officer … [Read more...]

Changing Branches

Changing Branches

If you have decided you would like to change branches in the military there are certain steps you must take. After weighing all of your options and deciding on the branch that is right for you, follow the process below. Write a Letter and complete a Conditional Release Form Write a letter explaining your intention and asking for a Conditional Release. You will then need … [Read more...]

Reclassification, Cross Rate or Change of MOS

Reclassification, Cross Rate or Change of MOS

Once you have enlisted and been assigned to a particular job the ability to change is not a guarantee. The procedure varies depending on your branch as well as other reasons such as where there are a lack of people and your talents. It is clearly not to the militaries benefit to change soldier's jobs for a reason non beneficial to them because of the training and other cost … [Read more...]

Being Promoted in the Military

If you are looking for a job change, first consider working towards a promotion. The difficulty level of being promoted can vary, depending on several factors, such as, your military branch or your job field. By reading below you can learn tips on how to get promoted and how the system works. Army Navy Marines National Guard Being promoted may seem like hard work, … [Read more...]

Changing Military Careers

Have you outgrown your job in the Military? Did you not fully understand your job when it was selected? Have you recently found your dream job and want to change your career path? If you answered yes to any of these questions then the right solution for you may be listed below. Learn if you are able to change jobs, what steps you should take, and what other options you may … [Read more...]

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Paratrooper Trains for Historic Jump Into Normandy

JUNE 1, 2026 – Fourteen years after an explosion in an Afghan village took both of his legs and nearly his life, former 82nd Airborne Division paratrooper Jon Harmon is preparing to step into the door of a World War II‑era C‑47 over Normandy, France, and jump again. For Harmon, 32, the moment will mark […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Finding Purpose After the Uniform

MAY 13, 2026 — Just minutes into an interview with Chief Master Sgt. Virginia Holmgren the senior enlisted leader for the 124th Medical Group, there was a knock at the door. Someone needed help. Holmgren paused the conversation without hesitation, shifting her attention to the Airman standing nearby before quickly solving the issue and returning […]

Why Veterans with Disabilities Need ABLE Accounts

MAY 18, 2026 – For many veterans living with disabilities, financial security can be a familiar challenge.  A little-known financial tool – called an ABLE account – can offer help.   Achieving a Better Life Experience accounts (“ABLE” accounts) have existed since 2016, and a landmark eligibility expansion that took effect January 1, 2026 is making […]

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