Recruiters and MOAA members experienced with hiring decisions offer five lessons for military officers and veterans to keep in mind when navigating through a career transition.

A few easy steps can help those transitioning out of the military find career success.

How should a military officer respond when someone asks: “So, you’re transitioning?” or “What kind of position are you looking for?” If you have an elevator speech — also known as a 30-second commercial — prepared, you’ll feel ready and confident to answer those questions.

Veterans don’t have to fly solo on their journey to post-military career success. Tap into the network of established career coaches you’ve been developing without even knowing it.

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