Have you thought about ways to let civilians know that you're a leader after your military career?

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Your rank is a symbol of accomplishment. Those around you recognize your hard work and expertise because they're familiar with what it took to rise to your level during military service. There are a lot of ways to achieve the same recognition from your civilian colleagues after transition! How are you planning on showcasing your expertise?

Have you found a way to translate your military accomplishments to be understood by civilians? If not, have you considered a degree? It's the closest thing to rank after service. Let us know if any of these options might interest you! http://rly.pt/2nxGpf6

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Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 10 at 2017 1:19 PM

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American Military University‎ You lead by example and others will follow. In some situations, you let others take the lead by mentoring them.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 10 at 2017 3:18 PM

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I like the comparison between a degree and rank. It sets a recognized baseline of abilities.

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Apr 10 at 2017 8:51 PM

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- put the organization before your self
- teach and develop others
- treat others with respect
- hold your self and others accountable
- take charge of your area and company property
- visualize, plan, and execute
- share information, don't hoard

Translating to civilians...mixed results. Situation, Task, Action, result for,at in resume. Communicate size of the organization, dollars of stuff or budget, environment (overseas, in theater). In the interview I discussed some of the situations I was in, the gravity/critical factors of the decisions I made.

Response by CPT Jim Schwebach made Apr 11 at 2017 9:06 AM

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How's this for a resume statement -
"Responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of significant amounts of ordnance items to the detriment of competitors' objectives while preserving the integrity and safety of the employees and equipment in my charge."

Response by Nick Petros made Apr 12 at 2017 9:19 AM

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When hiring I tend to look at degree first. It's certainly not the end-all-be-all, but it works well as a general indicator of how much the candidate wanted to refine their skills and/or what their skill set might be capable of accomplishing. As a civilian, and someone without a masters degree, I can't really speak to the fact that degrees + rank are synonymous. But the function of "he has his masters" when looking at a candidate might not be that different from recognizing a Chief Petty Officer rate when meeting someone for the first time in the Navy. You don't know them, or what they've done, but you know whatever it is, they're recognized for it (by the DoD or an educational institution).

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 12 at 2017 10:11 AM

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You shouldn't have to tell them. Your leadership skills WILL be recognized if you are a naturally born leader and lead from the front!

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Apr 12 at 2017 10:58 PM

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I still sign a lot of Correspondence CTO1 USN(R) and my Twitter Feed is @CTO1ChipNagel.

Response by CPO Robert (Mac) McGovern made Apr 13 at 2017 4:57 PM

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Leadersip dictates a sense of responsibility, confidence, and ability...all traits easily recognized by civilians and employers.