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Philip Curran - Veteran

- Carlsbad , CA

Artillery Officer with 5th Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. Deployed to Okinawa for 6 months. Platoon commander, Battery Executive Officer, and currently serving as Assistant...

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Philip Curran ⋅ Carlsbad , CA

How to convey competitiveness without an objective statement or cover letter?

I've read and been told that the "objective" or "summary" statement on a resume can be a detractor, and I've also read that cover letters...

4 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 3 answers

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Darren Paladino - Veteran

- Springfield , VA

Risk and compliance executive with operations, financial planning, governance, and IT background. I am known for leading teams in developing new business units and adapting...

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Darren Paladino ⋅ Springfield , VA

When thinking about IT for industry selection, what's the best way to understand each vertical?

I am interested in cloud and cyber due to my background in IT requirements and capability definition but need to work through if I have...

4 years ago Career Exploration 3 answers

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Don Tran - Veteran

- Long Beach , CA

I served 12 years active duty (4 in the infantry, 8 as a special operations marine raider) and 1 year in the reserves (4th force reconnaissance company) with multiple...

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Don Tran ⋅ Long Beach , CA

I am looking for a small business mentor.

As a small business owner, we constant are learning our own business mistakes that cost the company money and time. I am looking for a...

4 years ago Small Business 2 answers

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Jacqueline Gordon - Veteran

- Renton , WA

I'm an experienced veteran with a background in Corporate Finance. (Note: I separated as a "Buck" Sergeant before the rank was phased out.)

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Jacqueline Gordon ⋅ Renton , WA

How can I get experience as a financial planner before I get certified?

I am in school working on my certified financial planner (CFP) credential. I'd also been working in a job that was totally unrelated to financial...

4 years ago Career Exploration 2 answers

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Raul Rodriguez - Veteran

- San Antonio , TX

USAF 1982-1986 I am a passionate patriot. I am a Christian first patriot second conservative third and a proud Hispanic. I like electronics and fixing...

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Raul Rodriguez ⋅ San Antonio , TX

I have lotsa back issues, and have been outta work for the last 5 years. My background was in troubleshooting alarm systems as a service tech. What job do you recommend for me know getting back into the work force five years later. There is no way I can do physical labor anymore

4 years basic electronics in usaf 20 years as an alarm installer/service technician

4 years ago Career Exploration 1 answer

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Ameya Kulkarni - Veteran

- Pittsburgh , PA

I have a BS and MS in computer engineering. I am really passionate about learning new technologies and solving interesting business problems utilizing Technologies.

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Ameya Kulkarni ⋅ Pittsburgh , PA

Looking for some mentorship to structure my resume for transitioning from IT into Big 4 Consulting

I have 10 years of experience in IT on the civilian side mostly in Software development and now product owner. I want to transition into consulting...

4 years ago Career Advancement 2 answers

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carl johnson - Veteran

- Lexington , SC

In 22 years of naval service, I have had the opportunities to do 9 years of IT operations (ops) in the areas of Datacenter ops, Network ops,...

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carl johnson ⋅ Lexington , SC

When researching companies for informational interviews, what's a way to request them?

While transitioning out of the navy, multiple associates advised me to start doing informational interviews. However, at job fair, what I noted was the companies...

4 years ago Interviews 3 answers

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James Robinson - Veteran

- Portland , OR

I want to help solve the homeless issue for Veterans. I was in construction for awhile, and security, but after some surgeries I have some...

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James Robinson ⋅ Portland , OR

I'm seeking assistance to move forward on my idea to solve the homeless Veteran issue.

I have an idea to solve the homeless Veteran issue. I need some mentoring to navigate how to move forward, as it is a multi...

4 years ago Mentoring 2 answers

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PRESCOTT FARRIS - Veteran

- Burke , VA

20+ years of proven leadership through service to the nation and volunteer organizations across the globe and in the community.

Privilege to command and serve our...

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PRESCOTT FARRIS ⋅ Burke , VA

If you have your PMP certification, what's next?

I recently completed my PMP certification and have a bit of time on my hands while I trade my typical commute for a few hours...

4 years ago Education & Training 1 answer

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Dwayne Favorite - Veteran

- Brooklyn , NY

I originally served 8 years active duty in the Marine Corps, from
September 2006 to December 2014. Then in January 2015, I re-enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserves, where...

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Dwayne Favorite ⋅ Brooklyn , NY

What are the best ways to prepare for an investment banking interview?

What is the best way to network with individuals inside of investment banking/M&A? What are things I can do now to standout being...

4 years ago Networking 2 answers

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