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Out of Uniform, Second Edition: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition

Out of Uniform, Second Edition: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition


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After completing military service, veterans can have a difficult time finding employment upon returning to civilian life. Out of Uniform is designed to help all transitioning military personnel, regardless of service, branch, rank, rating, time in service, time in grade, or specialty. Although all service members share many common denominators, each individual brings something unique to the job market. The parameters of the search may vary, but the target is the same—land the right job the first time. The information in this updated edition will enhance the odds of hitting that target. In addition to all of the technical guidance, readers will also discover important information in the anecdotes based on actual experiences of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines. Out of Uniform is an invaluable resource for veterans who want to make the most out of their civilian career opportunities.

Table of Contents:
Preface     Acknowledgments     Introduction     Note on the Second Edition     Section 1. Transition Readiness     1. Life Is Like a Roller Coaster     2. The Education of Self     3. Stereotypes     4. Master of Change     5. The Four Profiles     6. Filters, Part One (Employer’s)     7. When Can You Start?     8. Travel: Are Your Bags Packed?     9. Grade Point Average     10. How Much Are You Worth?     11. Will You Relocate?     12. Filters, Part Two (Your Own)     13. Quality of Life versus Quality of Work     14. Educational Background Check     15. Transition Timeline     Section 2. The Self-Discovery Zone     16. From Trees to Toilet Paper     17. Lifetime Tasks and Skills Inventory     18. What Size Company Is Best for You?     19. The Digital You and Your Virtual RÉsumÉ     20. What’s behind Curtain Number Three?     21. Experience or Potential?     22. The Best Job for You?     23. Job Hunting from a Remote Location     24. The Geographically Restricted Job Search     Section 3. The Other Side of the Fence     25. What’s Out There?     26. I Want to Work with People     27. I Want to Be a Manager     28. Operations Management     29. Engineering     30. Is Consulting Right for You?     31. Government Contractors     32. Additional Options     33. The Boss of Me     34. The S Word     35. Your SQ Number     36. The Audition     Section 4. Preparations (Mechanical)     37. Your Decision Matrix (Part 1: Design)     38. The Six Ps     39. Documentation     40. Creating Your RÉsumÉ     41. Cover Letters     42. Your Reference List     43. Application Forms: Thank Goodness I Made a Copy     44. Uniform of the Day     45. Finding Uncle Harry or Aunt Mary     46. Headhunters     47. An Employment Perfect Storm     48. The Runaway RÉsumÉ     Section 5. Preparations (Mental)     49. The Power of Questions     50. Researching Companies     51. Knowledge Is Power     52. Wallflowers and Cheerleaders     53. Weaknesses: Use Them to Your Benefit     54. Camaraderie and the Power of People     55. Tell ’Em What They Want to Hear     Section 6. Interviews: Tips and Techniques     56. Body Language     57. Interviewers: The Good, the Bad, and the “Ugly”      58. What’s with That Tie?     59. From Adversary to Advocate     60. All of My Questions Have Been Answered     61. Please Leave a Message at the Beep     62. Be Memorable     63. Extra Preparations     Section 7. Interviews: Variety and Function     64. Interview and Etiquette Checklist     65. Interviews: Purpose and Varieties     66. Can You Hear (and Maybe See) Me Now?     67. Let’s Do Lunch     68. Following Up after the Interview     69. Until the Paperwork Is Done     70. We Regret to Inform You      71. Your Decision Matrix (Part 2: Usage)     Section 8. Offer, Decision, and Launch     72. Learning How to Swim     73. The Power Shift     74. Job Offer: The Message and the Makeup     75. The REV Factor     76. The High Jumpers     77. Will You Marry Me?     78. One-Offer-Itis     79. Salary Negotiation     80. Responding to Offers-the Right Way     81. Lift Off and Stay on Course     82. A Personal Trainer for Your Career     83. Has the Ride Lost Its Thrill?     Afterword     Index      

About the Author :
Tom Wolfe graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, served as a surface warfare officer in the navy, and completed tours of duty as a flag aide, communications officer, and administrative department head. He is now a recognized expert in the field of career transition. Formerly a senior partner at Career Development Corporation, he provided guidance to separating military personnel for almost 30 years. His columns and articles have appeared regularly in digital and print media, including Military.com, Military Transition News, Stars and Stripes, G.I. Jobs, TAOnline, Army Wife Network, and Veterans of Modern Warfare.

Review :
“We owe our military service members so much, including the right to compete for a job when they leave the service. Out of Uniform just might give them that competitive edge. Are you a veteran? Read it! Know a veteran? Make sure he or she has a copy!”-Mike Krzyzewski, U.S. Army veteran and Duke University men’s basketball coach   “With the exception of leaving civilian life for the military, no professional change is more cathartic or challenging than the transition back out of uniform. Key for success is preparation, both mental and emotional. Tom Wolfe provides the indispensable guide to help you both prepare and succeed.”-Lt. Gen. Dan Christman, U.S. Army (Ret.), former superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781640120006
  • Publisher: Potomac Books Inc
  • Publisher Imprint: Potomac Books Inc
  • Height: 230 mm
  • No of Pages: 296
  • Sub Title: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition
  • ISBN-10: 1640120009
  • Publisher Date: 01 Apr 2018
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • No of Pages: 296
  • Width: 150 mm


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