Business Networking for Veterans: A Guidebook for a Successful Transition from the Military to the Civilian Workforce, Second Edition

Preface: How to Use This Book

When I transitioned off active duty, I was completely unprepared. I had no idea what I wanted to do, had no understanding of the opportunities that were available to me, and thought I was entitled to a job. Seriously, I’m a combat Marine—not only am I endlessly more qualified than any nasty civilian out there, but I also served my country during a time of war. I should be able to land a job wherever I want, right?

I couldn’t have been more wrong.

I really thought that employers would jump at the opportunity to hire a service member. But they didn’t. I applied unsuccessfully to dozens upon dozens of online job postings. ...