Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Planning Your Transition 1 Planning for Retirement 1 Military-to-Civilian Transition Services 2 Job Search Information and Skills 3 10 Steps to Job Search Success 3 What's Your Job Search IQ? 4 How's Your Attitude? 7 Translating Military Experience 9 Translating Job Titles and Education 12 Identify Your Transferable Skills 14 Motivated Abilities and Skills (MAS) 15 State a Clear Objective or Goal 16 Complete Winning Applications 18 Avoid Common Resume Mistakes 19 Use the Internet Wisely 21 Community-Based Opportunity Networks 22 Attend Military-Friendly Job Fairs 24 Top 50 Military-Friendly Employers 26 Start Your Own Business 28 Finding a Federal Job 30 Network Your Way to Success 31 Prepare for Job Interviews 34 Avoid Common Interview Errors 35 Handle Red Flags Tactfully 37 Prepare to Answer Key Questions 38 Ask Informative Questions 41 Close and Exit the Interview Properly 42 Follow Up the Interview Quickly 43 Avoid 20 Salary Mistakes 44 Accept the Job Offer 45 Job Survival and Success 46 Survive and Thrive on the Job 46 10 Job Survival Strategies 47 Conduct an Annual Career Check-Up 47 Documentation and Resources 48 Personal Information 48 Education Snapshot 50 College/University Attended 51 Other Education/Training 52 Work History/Experience 53 Other Noteworthy Experiences 54 Identify Your Best References 55 Transition Assistance Websites 57 Order Form/Resources 58 Order Form 58 Military Spouses and Transition Guides 60