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Lead On—Summer 2005 Print
Everyone respects a good leader—but how do you become one?

Working Matrimony—Spring 2005 Print
Many couples are combining what they love with who they love by running family businesses together. Would it work for you? Take our quiz to find out.

Back to Work—December 2004 Online
It seems like only yesterday my spouse accepted a part-time teaching position and our family rejoined the 63 percent of American families where both parents work outside of the home. It was the ideal transition job back into the workforce and came at the right time.

Fitting In (or Not)—Winter 2004 Print
So you hate your new job? Learn when to stick it out and when to move on.

Bridging the Generation Gap—September 2004 Online
If you’re one of America’s 80 million baby boomers, you probably can substitute doctor, attorney, or accountant for boss, and you’ll still be on track.

Making the Leap—Fall 2004  Print Edition
So it’s time to hang up the uniform and enter or re-enter the private sector. Leaving the military for a second career requires research, planning, and a leap of faith.

Tweaking Spaces—August 2004 Online
So it has been decided that you or your spouse will be working from home.  Here are some useful guidelines on how to “make” your office.

Discovering the Work You'll Love—June 2004 Online
A well-planned strategy and knowing your personal interests will help ensure a smooth transition from the military to the private sector.

Sailing Toward a Second Career—Summer 2004 Print Edition
Lt. Cmdr. Tom Pray, USCGR-Ret., has an enviable commute. Once he leaves his stateroom, it takes less than a minute to reach the Spirit of Endeavor's bridge.

Going Solo—Spring 2004 Print Edition
Is running your own business the right choice for you?

Be Your Own Boss—March 2004 Online
Transitioning to a civilian career? With wide open options as to who to work for...maybe that person is you.

Best Careers for Military Officers—October 2003 Online
Looking at retirement and a civilian career? Recently retired and getting back into the job market? Find out some of the best options for your second career.

Motivation in the Workplace—August 2003 Online
You've landed a new job in the private sector, but how do you communicate with and motivate civilian employees? Are the rules really that different? Find out...

Shape, Prepare, Respond - What I Learned in the Transition to Retirement—April 2003 Online
It's over. I have completed my transition from military to civilian life. I understand that the transition is never truly complete, as I will take my Air Force experiences with me forever - and will apply them to future situations of all kinds.

Who Do You Think You Are?
So you've got a master’s of business administration from an Ivy League university, an impressive résumé, and believe beyond the shadow of a doubt that you were born to manage. So what?

Don't Force the Stepsisters Into Cinderella's Slipper
Remember the final pages of Cinderella, when the wicked stepsisters struggled to claim the glass slipper? Only Cinderella had the right shoe size -- and temperament -- to win the heart of the coveted prince.

Making the Most of 50
I asked recruiters about tactics for the over-50 crowd, many of whom haven't had to find a new job in years. They gave me pointers on how these job hunters can help make their age a nonissue.

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