October 2, 2009
I had perhaps one of the best transition periods of any Soldier.
When I left the Army in April 1999 I went right into a position that had been offered to me in my hometown six months prior to my retirement.
During my interview, I was told that I was just what the agency was looking for and that the intelligence job was mine at the salary I requested. I've been here 10 years now and things couldn't be better.
(Submitted by Carter Hickman)
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Regardless of how much you've loved your military life, eventually it comes to an end. And transitioning back to civilian life can be a challenge in many ways, some predictable, some not. "Real Transition Stories" brings you the first-hand experiences of those who've already made the move.
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Tom Criser
Vietnam Vet C 1/9th Cav
Posted by: Tom Criser | October 07, 2009 at 09:17 AM
My company is actually looking for soldiers for account rep positions. We're a growing medical company marketing a new, one-of-a-kind humidification system for trach patients. Positions are sales commission and we need people all over the country. We're looking for medics, respiratory nurses, RRTs and RTs. If you know anyone, we'd love to talk to them. They can call Vicky Gates at 305-289-7369 or email her at vickygates@wrighttrachsolutions.com
Posted by: judi | October 07, 2009 at 11:53 AM
I am an O-3 in the Corps and am considering to transition after I complete my PhD in Berkeley.
However, my concern is that the jobs in my field and in engineering have simply disappeared. I can forsee years of under and unemployment.
This is my fear!
Posted by: devil_doggie | October 16, 2009 at 12:56 PM
You've spoken true words affirming that you (and we) have what employers need. I, too, served in the military. As a matter of fact, I retired honorably from the U.S. Air Force in 1997 after serving 24 years...and had a job waiting for me with a Defense Contractor.
However, being laid off FROM that job 2 years later was not what I expected, AT ALL. I learned, the hard way, that the transition does not end once you've found a job on the "outside". But being laid off only reaffirmed that not only did I have what employers wanted, but that I HAVE SOMETHING MORE !
I had, and HAVE a deeply ingrained, well taught outlook I received FROM the military that applies even though I've been out of the military nearly 12 years !
What more ? Same as you...and all of us.
Oh, YES ! You've GOT what it takes !
Now TAKE what you've got....and use it!
Find out how I used it by clicking on the "Oguthrie" URL, below.
Posted by: Oguthrie | November 01, 2009 at 09:06 AM