One of the most important facets of any service member's life is the transition out. Especially as it pertains to finding a job, the transition from a military to civilian career will require planning and preparation. So how do you begin this transition? Identify What will Affect your Transition - How well you have prepared yourself prior to leaving the service? - What type … [Read more...]

Prepare for the Transition from Military to Civilian Life The three key ingredients to finding a successful civilian career are a degree, certifications (specific training), and experience. But when you're transitioning from the military to a civilian career, it will take time and dedicated preparation to gain all three. Stay Relevant Through Education and Experience Earning … [Read more...]

Resumix Resumix is an automated scanning software used to ease and improve the Federal recruitment process both for the recruiters and the applicants, Resumix is now the hiring tool of choice for agencies such as the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Coast Guard and the Department of Commerce. What it means for applicants is that they will have to use an online resume … [Read more...]

"A great resume is not just a complete list of employment and education. . . it's got to be a selling document," says Kathryn Troutman, president of The Resume Place in Catonsville and author of the Federal Resume Guidebook. "Your resume needs to make very clear that you are highly skilled and an excellent candidate for their position, with energy and enthusiasm for your … [Read more...]