Courtesy of USAA No matter what career you're seeking, finding employment continues to be a challenge. To improve your chances, career experts advise avoiding these common misconceptions. Myth 1: Most jobs are advertised in newspapers and online sites. Only 15% to 20% of job openings are publicly posted, reports Randall Hansen, publisher of Quintessential Careers website. … [Read more...]
Life Insurance Myths That Can Cost You
June 2012 Courtesy of USAA Life insurance is an important part of a well-rounded financial plan. But let's face it — it can also be confusing. In fact, misunderstandings about life insurance cause many people to skip the coverage altogether, putting their families at great risk for financial hardship. Here, we set the record straight on seven common myths about life … [Read more...]
Marine Recruiting Contributes to U.S., Korean Relationship
6/18/2012 By Cpl. Nate Carberry, Marine Corps Recruiting Command MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. - The 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty allied the United States with the Republic of Korea. In the 59 years between then and now, the United States Marine Corps has contributed to the continued growth of this relationship, both in battle and during peacetime operations. Marine Corps … [Read more...]
For 40 Years, Fallen Soldier’s Sister Connects Cities to Army Units
June 16, 2012 By Rob McIlvaine WASHINGTON -- As founder and president of the "America Supporting Americans," or ASA, program, one woman continues the struggle of connecting Soldiers with towns and communities in large cities from the San Francisco Bay area to Kentucky, to New York and down south. For her work, Linda Patterson was awarded the Outstanding Civilian Service … [Read more...]
AF Releases New Special Duty Pay List
By Debbie Gildea Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs Beginning June 15, Airmen in some special duty assignments will receive adjustments in special duty assignment pay, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. Based on recommendations following a routine biennial review of the program, Pentagon officials have modified the program to ensure Air … [Read more...]