1. Military Skill Transfer & Interviewing Skills

2. 71.2% of Gulf War II era veterans are working in a field unrelated to their military career. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2013 Employment Situation of Veterans Summary Report

3. Allow room for decision-making

4. Veterans are: Honorable Trusted Loyal Experienced Leaders Mindful Respectful Flexible Team players Visionary Resilient

5. DD-214

6. Example of DD-214

9. Related Skills Diversity Communication Skills Leadership Management Working under pressure Military security clearance Attention to safety Advanced technology Following directions Team building Resiliency Critical Thinking Time management Organizing Conflict resolution Self-starting Quality control analysis Counseling Data entry Athletic training Computer knowledge Trouble shooting Bookkeeping

10. Job Description “Bomb Disposal” to “Pharmaceutical Sales” Leadership skills. “Briefing” surrounding convincing revising and improving processes. Negotiation abilities. Writing and communicating effectively. Experience in leading large programs. Supervising _____ personnel while managing _______ dollar budgets.

11. Creating an Inventory Think beyond specific military functions Identify core value and skills required Account for your personal expertise Recognize accomplishments

12. Motivational Interviewing

13. Chain of Command Goals Reality Options Implementing the Plan Tackling the next challenge

14. Hindrance Frustrations Compromises Unfamiliar Tasks Lifestyle Changes Path to Civilian Employment

15. Interviewing

16. Practice Interviewing Help the veteran to practice answering questions without “yes” or “no” answer Prepare success stories Research company & understand their values Show how you can make a change Be comfortable with silence

17. Elevator Pitch 30-second of skills, passions, and application to a company What makes you unique “Branding” yourself Volunteer opportunities Tailor your pitch to the industry

18. Memorable First Impression Arrive 10-15 minutes early Bring professional portfolio, resume, pen, and writing paper Use a comfortably firm handshake Address office by Ms./Mr. Last Name Turn off cell phone Refresh skills and unique qualities

19. Questions & Answers?

20. Contact Information Monica L. Daniel md2867@csus.edu (916) 278-2109

21. Our Funding Source This project was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.