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Friday, November 21, 2008

Second Career

Careers
Thinking about your next career? So are we! Come to MOAA’s career fair at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, (formerly the Washington DC Convention Center), on April 28, 2009 and September 15, 2009, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and find the job of your dreams. There also will be several career transition seminars from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. & 12 Noon – 1 p.m.

Professionalism
MOAA seeks to promote the development of the professional aspects of service. Holding national symposia and featuring articles in our magazines focusing on current issues and debates affecting the military professional of every rank and service, MOAA has taken on the role of fostering personal and career development.

Military Professional Reading Lists
Looking for professional development? Find out what are the must-reads for military officers and which contemporaries are making waves with current military leaders.

Pay & Benefits
MOAA recognizes the life of a person who chooses to serve in our military - and the lives of their families - can be complex. Members of MOAA are entitled to one-on-one counseling that can help navigate through these complicated subjects.

Legislative Action Center
MOAA has eight full-time lobbyists dedicated to protecting the interests of all members of the uniformed services-active duty and retired, National Guard and Reserve, and veterans-and their families and survivors.

Educational Assistance
The scholarship application for the 2008-2009 school year is now closed. Check and see if you are a semifinalist.

Health
Need help understanding your benefits? Looking for information on insurance products MOAA endorses for members, such as TRICARE Supplements, Term Life insurance, and Long Term Care insurance? You can find all that, plus fitness and nutrition tips right here!

Finance
Studies routinely demonstrate that those who create and maintain a written financial plan achieve greater financial success and peace of mind while decreasing stress over money related issues.

Articles for the Second Career Officer

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Role Reversal — Stress-Free Holidays
By Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan - October 21, 2008
Traditional family get-togethers are getting harder to plan, but it’s still possible to enjoy a relaxing holiday season with those dearest to you.

Is Telecommuting for You?
By Jim Carman— October 10, 2008
Find out the pluses and minuses of transitioning from working in a traditional office setting to a home office.

Think Tank Nation Archive
View past columns by Dr. Alan Gropman.

Role Reversal Archive
View past columns by Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan.

Tech Tactics Archive
View past columns on technology by Reid Goldsborough.

Inside the Headquarters Blog
Gina DiNicolo writes about what’s going on “Inside the Headquarters” — be it the Pentagon or your military or corporate headquarters. Get the inside scoop here!

Inside the Headquarters

Financial Frontlines TM Blog
In this new financial blog, MOAA brings you timely advice on smart money moves, common pitfalls in retirement, college planning for kids, estate and insurance planning, maximizing your military benefits, and more!