So it’s here. The dreaded word we all know too well in this military life. Deployment. Goodbyes have been said. The buses have driven off. You’ve gone through all of the pre-deployment ups and downs, emotions, stress, and even the laughs and happiness from spending quality time together, and yet it still doesn’t seem to…
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The military gave you some incredible experiences and life skills that can’t be found anywhere else. Unfortunately, civilian employers don’t always value those skills as highly as might be deserved. Instead of hanging your head and letting the game play you, you need to play the game by identifying which skills and certifications for veterans…
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Let’s be honest. It’s not easy finding a great job after leaving the Service. Ridiculous as it may seem, civilian companies aren’t entirely welcoming to the well-trained and experienced Veterans who come knocking at their doors. I’ve spoken to literally hundreds of men and women, Veterans of our armed forces, who are frustrated, exasperated,…
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You’ve got a million dollar idea right? So, what’s next in your business-owner story? Well, that depends on what business you’re starting up. No matter the type, check out a couple fantastic organizations designed to help veterans succeed: NaVOBA This a great organization to join! As self-proclaimed trailblazers of getting corporations to…
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Whether you’re just getting out, thinking about it, or been out a few years there are resources available to you! There are hundreds, if not thousands, of organizations with the mission of helping. It can be confusing trying to understand what they do and which provide the best services. I have listed below some…
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Being active in the military means you have MORE than enough going on right? Well, maybe not! There may be some additional time you can find to earn your college education! Here are 5 reasons why YOU should go to school while serving in the military! Set your future up for success! Why…
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Hello all! My name is Martin Martinsburg. I am originally from Martinsburg, West Virginia. I studied Theatre and IT which has led me to my current journey as the Tech Talent Officer. People call me Martin the Man, The Martinsburg Monkey, Martin the Magnificent…any of these will do. I have a passion for computers, and…
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So here you are, human resource manager for a nationally recognized medical center. You’ve narrowed the selection of your next Medical Office Administrator down to two candidates. Work histories appear almost identical. Both earned their Medical Office Administrator certificate online. Candidate #1 graduated from a fully accredited college, while candidate #2 did not. Which would…
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I Will Wait: The Veteran’s Spouse Project by Gregory Stieber and Amy Ball-Uptgraft opened at the Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab, in Fort Wayne, paying tribute to the men and women who stay at home, keeping their households and families together, while their husbands and wives fight for their country. The story begins in 1945 at…
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We are all storytellers with a story to tell. For over 27,000 years, since the discovery of the first cave paintings, humans have been sharing stories. They are the thread that connects us as human beings. And the secret weapon for military families for bridging the miles during times apart. Reminiscing shared stories together reinforces…
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Attention Service Members, Military Spouses and Veterans Here’s your chance to combine your flair for writing and your military life experiences for a chance to be featured in our Military Community. The theme is Military Love Stories. We are looking for well-written, creative, meaningful real-life stories that celebrate the heartwarming power of LOVE in Military…
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According to the World Economic Forum June 2015 stats, the U.S. Department of Defense is the largest employer in the world with 3.2 million on the payroll. It is not surprising to learn that over 60% of those brave women and men are married. That’s approximately 1.9 million military love stories looking for happily ever…
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