Your military paycheck was steady. Healthcare was covered. BAH helped balance the budget. But what happens when that all changes? Of course, finances will look different post-transition. This can be exciting in many ways, but also takes adjusting and planning. SkillBridge is a great opportunity to do just that! It’s a chance to learn what you can AND take action before your separation so you are ahead of the game. Here’s how to use your time in SkillBridge to prepare your financial future: 1...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Some people think you need a tech background to break into a company like Salesforce. Not true! Just ask our friend Alexa. When she was transitioning out of the Navy as a SWO, Alexa was looking for a SkillBridge internship to help her develop her skillset for a civilian career. She was an English major and had some impressive degrees, but she would not have said tech was a major skill of hers (yet). But she landed a SkillBridge opportunity with Salesforce! Alexa had never even touched...
20 days ago • 2 min read
So you’ve taken off the uniform. Now what? Everyone talks about getting the job, filing the paperwork, securing VA benefits, and just getting out - but few talk about what actually happens in that first year after the military. The truth? Transitioning is a total LIFE shift. Even the best-prepared service members hit some surprises along the way. Here are a few of those surprises (and how to handle them). #1 The Loss of Structure Can Feel… Weird For years, your schedule was built for...
27 days ago • 2 min read
Welcome to this week's guide to military transition success! Let's talk about rejection & creating your own luck ☘️Part of the job search means facing rejection. Never fun, but let’s be real - it happens to everyone. Some people seem to transition seamlessly, landing the right opportunity fast and loving it. Others hit roadblock after roadblock. Why are some people so lucky?! Here’s the truth: luck happens when preparation meets opportunity. A “no” today just means you’re one step closer to...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Two veterans transition out of the military.... SAME branch.SAME MOS.SAME separation date.SAME civilian career goals. Four years later... Veteran 1️⃣: Mid-level manager at a Fortune 500 company $150K/year 9-5 schedule, weekends off. Veteran 2️⃣: Senior executive at a tech startup $400K/year 60+ hour weeks, always on call. >>> So who made the better transition? Spoiler Alert: Both of them. Here's why: Success after service isn't about your title. It's not about your salary. It's not about...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Everyone has heard networking is a good move. And you probably have heard you need to get on LinkedIn, too! While yes, LinkedIn is a great tool for building your professional network... It can also be overwhelming if you aren’t used to it. And while the veteran network is everywhere, as you start to explore what you want to do when you get out, you'll want to find veterans who have been in your shoes AND who are also in an industry that interests you to get the most of these networking...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Everyone says pursue your dream job when you get out… What if you have NO IDEA what that is? You know you’d be good at a bunch of different things.. But., you don’t really know what people actually do in these civilian jobs. And there are SO. MANY. OPTIONS!! The good news.. you can use SkillBridge to help you figure it out. Here’s how you can do the personal work to help you figure out which SkillBridge will help you land in the best job for you (and your future career). 💻 Consider Your...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Welcome to this week's guide to military transition success! Let’s talk about something that can make or break your job search: networking. Networking is one of the most powerful tools you have, especially as you transition into the civilian job market. As you explore potential opportunities, there are so many different career paths and companies that it can be hard to determine what you want to do. Enter networking. The best place to start is to network with people who have been through this...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Welcome to another week of military transition advice! Getting into a civilian job can be so beneficial…. And so different. You’ll get the opportunity to learn new skills, but certain parts may take some adjusting compared to military life. It’s a shift, but you’ll do just fine with the right mindset. Here’s two main things you can expect to be different - 🗣️ Communication StyleIn the military, communication is often very direct. Orders are given with clarity, and everyone knows their role in...
2 months ago • 2 min read