The Post-Military Professional
Reflections on Reintegration and Private-Sector Leadership Principles for Veterans
In Professional Networking 101, Adam Braatz of postmilitarypro.com shares insights and experiences related to professional network development — usually while traversing to/from a networking connection.
Continue reading “Professional Networking 101, Episode 5: Cancellations, Reschedules, and No-Shows”
In Professional Networking 101, Adam Braatz of postmilitarypro.com shares insights and experiences related to professional network development — usually while traversing to/from a networking connection.
I have heard the words “I wish I would have known” from veterans more times than I can count– particularly regarding civilian employment after service. It is why I created the Post-Military Professional in the first place. Veteran’s Roundtable will be an ongoing series, one that will share advice from service members that have “been there.”
This inaugural Roundtable features insights and advice about the transition to civilian employment from eight former active duty members of the US Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine Corps.
Continue reading “Veteran’s Roundtable: Experiences, Successes, Advice, Regrets”
I am an American Veteran.
A collective of eleven prominent veterans’ organizations have announced the establishment of a new Veteran’s Creed. Retired General George Casey, former Chief of Staff of the Army and one of the driving forces behind the creed’s creation, explained that “it can serve as a unifying concept to remind veterans of the value of their military service, to inspire veterans to continue to serve and lead at local, state, and national levels, and to push them to continue to excel.”
“Thank you for your service.”
A complete stranger burst into tears and hugged me at an airport once.
I was in uniform with a crew of six others in the boarding queue, about to embark on the first leg of our journey to the Middle East. Continue reading “One Simple Phrase Can Make Veterans Uncomfortable”
Our time is valuable.
I am writing this post while sitting alone at a fantastic local brewery. It’s currently 4:16, and my 4:00 appointment still has not arrived. At this point, it’s probably better if he doesn’t show up at all. And this guy is a veteran, too. Continue reading “Integrity Matters: Punctuality”
Not a big reader? Don’t scroll past this post; neither am I.
Have you ever had someone you respect recommend a book to you? Have you ever had an important meeting with someone who has written a book themselves? Most of us could answer “yes” to those questions. Now, how many of you have actually followed through on reading said books? My guess is there are way less of us who can answer that one in the affirmative. The simple act of knocking out a few chapters can elevate you to superhero-level professional status. It may be the single most effective networking tool in your arsenal. Allow me to explain how and why. Continue reading “3 Reasons Why Following Through on Book Recommendations Will Make You an All-Star Professional”
