In reality, getting a desk with his name on it has been a challenge.
But he realized he needed more education to get where he wanted to be.
So, he resigned from his job to focus on pursuing his studies.
Steven Howell is a veteran and a freelance writer and editor in Valrico, Fla. His advice to veterans who are transitioning back into civilian life: “You’ve done nothing but sacrifice yourself for this country so ask yourself where do you want to be in five or 10 years?” Tina Russell/The Penny Hoarder
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When he had a moment of downtime, he wrote in his journal.
After chronicling his experiences, Howell discovered he had something to say.
They also didnt know what programs were available to help them figure that out.
I noticed not everyone takes advantage of those resources, he says.
Plus, there are other military benefits, such as using the GI Bill to help pay for college.
Those benefits for a lot of people are there waiting for when theyre done in their military service.
I went O-for-40, Husar says.
He applied to that many jobs and didnt hear back from any of them.
No pre-screening phone calls.
No feedback on why companies didnt consider him.
Eight months later, Huszar seized the opportunity to buy VetCor and become the CEO.
When creating that web link, its vital to get off the base and connect with the community.
One thing she notices that transitioning vets struggle with is letting go of a military demeanor.
Something as simple as smiling in a LinkedIn picture can be helpful, she adds.
One of the biggest lessons theyre taught is: Its never about you; its about the team.
This team concept makes it difficult for some veterans to write a resume.
It goes against what they were taught.
He says the course helped him find ways to highlight individual achievements without putting down his former team.
Organizations are not hiring people to be an accountant, a marketer and a publisher, he says.
Theyre hiring you to do one particular job.
She counsels vets to volunteer for a nonprofit that allows them to do the work theyre interested in.
For the past several years, I was a soldier, a sailor or a Marine.
I want to find my new identity now.
Stay laser-focused on finding out what you want to do and focus on that, and youll make it.
Matt Reinstetle is a staff writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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