April 3, 2017, by Eileen O'Shanassy - Being in the military is one of the greatest honors and experiences a person can have, but at some point, the experience is going to end whether you serve for two years or over twenty. Some people have an easy time transitioning into civilian life and others have a harder go of it, but everyone has to make changes in different parts of … [Read more...]
Take Your Post-Military Career to the Next Level With an MBA
March 31, 2017, by David McCauley – There’s a particular brand of leadership that you’re taught in the military, and it originates with hands-on learning. Veterans specialize in leading teams in real-world situations as well as managing complex projects under pressure. That military experience, combined with a four-year degree, grants confidence and skills that should put you … [Read more...]
Is the Military a Good Career Path?
March 31, 2017, by Julian Hooks - Choosing a career in the military is not a walk in the park if you are planning to join. Several legit factors should be put into consideration and carefully evaluated before deciding if joining the Military is a good career path for you. Good news is that, within the military, there are several different career opportunities to be exploited. … [Read more...]
Rebuilding a Sense of Community After Military Service
March 30, 2017, by David McCauley – A hallmark of service in the U.S. military is a united sense of purpose and community. It’s a tight-knit group despite being comprised of a wide variety of backgrounds and nationalities. You build lifelong connections and receive membership to a family and cause. For former U.S. military members, it can be difficult to find that same sense … [Read more...]
How to Invest Under the New Military Retirement System
March 29, 2017, by Rachael Murphey - A significant portion of military service members do not make a lifetime career out of their service and do not qualify for the traditional pension under the legacy system. For that reason, the DOD has created a new military retirement system called the “Blended Retirement System,” which will provide some benefit to shorter-term active duty … [Read more...]