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It's important to be resourceful and practical - and to build a strong support system. This is important because at any moment I could become a "single parent" if my spouse receives orders to train (TDY) or deploy. Moving (PCS) may occur every two to three years. For example, my children have attended seven different schools in the past nine years.
Readtime: 2 Minutes Continue ReadingJob opportunities exist as well in the organization management industry as employers continue to use outside firms to assist with some of their human resources functions. The right employees can take a business to new heights. The wrong ones can hurt. Put together a team that fits with and enhances the business culture, goals, and objectives.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingIf you're going into a doctoral program, you probably confident about your writing skills - and you should. But don't be surprised or discouraged by less than stellar feedback. Use this feedback to sharpen not only your writing, but also your reading and analysis skills. Embrace all of this feedback because it will help out as your progress through the program.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingThe next concept to take hold of in the REINS (Resume, Education, Interview, Networking, and Service) of transition discussion is Education. Many people fail to realize how fortunate we are to have had the military professional development models in place, and leaders pushing us to continue the education process, whether military education or civilian.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingIt takes time and effort to achieve great results. We tend to lend an ear to "immediate" gratification without having a fuller understanding of the work that went in prior to the launch. A methodical process for accuracy isn't obtained by procrastination nor precrastination.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingLeadership refers to the ability of a person to motivate and inspire others towards a common goal. It is a critical management skill in the corporate world. A good leader has multiple skills, including honesty and integrity, commitment and passion, and decision-making capabilities.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingTrident University International (Trident) has named Rebecca Jones Senior Director of the University’s Center for Student Success (CSS).
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingRecently I wrote about ‘Getting a Hold on the REINS of Your Transition’ from military life. REINS is Resume, Experience, Interview, Networking, and Serving. Today we’ll begin our deeper dive into the ‘REINS’ necessary for a solid transition. The resume is like Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS). Everyone knows it should be done, everyone has
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingMost programmatic personnel are accountants, information technology professionals, or MBAs/PMPs. Most had zero experience in healthcare before coming to Medicare. The education I received at Trident helped to make me a better, more versatile employee.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingCareer fairs provide great opportunities for you to meet potential employers and to network with others. You can gain access to gatekeepers that can open doors to a new career or a new job for you. Remember, there will be many, many other job seekers competing for the same jobs at a career fair, so be sure you stand out from the crowd.
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