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Recruiters Are You Chasing Purple Squirrels
The job market has gotten complicated lately – and not just for people out hunting for work. For those of us on the other side of the equation things are just as challenging -- try and remember the last time you had an honest-to-goodness “easy to fill” requirement to work o… more
Salary Planning for Transitioning Military
Civilian compensation is very different from military pay and benefits. Thus it is important that you learn what to expect in your chosen field. Many transitioning military assume civilian pay is always higher, but that day is long gone. What do you want? Your chosen field… more
The Worst Mistake in a Job Search
At the most recent Cleared Job Fair, Patra Frame reviewed job seekers’ resumes. Patra shared one issue that challenged many of the job seekers she spoke with: How do you write a resume when you don’t really know what you want to do? You may have great skills. But do you kno… more
Big Changes: Government or Military Transitioning to Civilian Work
If you have spent a long career in the military or government, the change to the civilian world is often even larger than you expect. Week after week I see people who were accomplished pilots, program managers, XO’s, SMEs, -- and who are truly floundering. Many have unrealis… more
Interview with a Recruiter, Bill Lewis, L-3 Communications GSES
[caption id="attachment_4358" align="alignright" width="100" caption="Bill Lewis"][/caption] From time to time we bring you Q/A sessions with recruiters, who provide insights on their company, its hiring practices and job search tips. Bill Lewis, L-3 Communications GS&E… more