I’ve been thinking about how many veterans struggle to connect their military experiences to civilian job requirements. For instance, project management skills from military service can really shine in any corporate environment. It might help to focus on specific examples when networking or during interviews to illustrate the value we bring.
I totally get that! I once highlighted my lead role in coordinating drills to land a project management gig. It’s like explaining how you built a bridge with just a few planks — turns out those skills are way more transferable than we think.
One thing that worked well for me was framing my time leading a team in logistics as experience in supply chain management. It’s kind of like presenting a hot dog stand as a gourmet restaurant — same skills, just presented differently! @harrison_d90, have you found a way to showcase similar experiences?