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The 10 Biggest Mistakes That Military Professionals Make on LinkedIn

10 years ago from Sultan Camp

Before we even start discussing how to use LinkedIn, there are several questions that you need to ask yourself.

First of all, why are you...

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Top 10 Tips for Your Next Mission

10 years ago from Dannielle Rash

Top 10 Tips for Your Next Mission

Are you ready to transition out of the military? Many veterans make a few mistakes when they make their...

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4 Clear Steps to Creating Your 30-Second "Positioning Statement" (or "Elevator Pitch")

10 years ago from Tom Cal, CFA

Summary: Your "positioning statement" (or "elevator speech") is a concise and effective communication that highlights your profession, expertise and environment and concludes with a call...

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VCTP Syracuse Offers Free Certification Training, a Paid Exam Fee, Etc. to Veterans and Spouses

10 years ago from Tom Cal, CFA

Below are a few questions for Veterans and mentors of Veterans.

Summary:

  • VCTP Syracuse (Veterans Career Transition Program at Syracuse) is a program that ALL...
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10 Habits for Transitioning Veterans to Reinforce an Optimistic Mindset

10 years ago from Michael Kaplan

Is the military-to-civilian career search process getting you down? Try these 10 easy steps and make optimism a daily habit.

All habits are formed through a...

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You want to be a successful VETREPRENEUR? Don’t kill your great business with PRIDE.

10 years ago from Michael Kaplan

If you’re considering the thought of putting your military leadership and experience to use in the civilian world by starting your own business, I...

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Veteran Entrepreneurs May Rise or Fall Based on the Company They Keep

10 years ago from Michael Kaplan

The importance of creating a network of positive support is critical.

In addition to the two primary motivators of human behavior, expectation of reward and...

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Resume writing: Transcribing military experience into civilian/business vernacular

10 years ago from Craig Bush

Perhaps one of the most common questions on ACP AdvisorNet is how to write a civilian resume using existing military experience as source material. It...

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Explore the Right Career Path

10 years ago from ACP AdvisorNet Staff

Determining what career path is best for you is an important part of your transition to the civilian workforce. Here are some suggestions and resources...

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Writing A Thank You Note

10 years ago from ACP AdvisorNet Staff

Thank you notes are a thoughtful way to acknowledge how someone has helped you advance professionally. It is a good idea to send a thank...

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