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Why is Transitioning from the Military Such a Difficult Process
for So Many?
- If you are a military veteran, you already know that returning to civilian life can be a bit of a shock. The “real world” seems like a chaotic mess; utterly devoid of order, discipline, or teamwork, and seemingly run by a completely different set of values and rules.

There are Only Two Questions that Matter in a Job Interview.
Everything Else is Just Details
- At first, I dismissed this statement.
Then I thought about it, and decided he's right.

Dump the Resume: What Smart Companies Really Look for in
Job Candidates
- A list of skills tells what you've done in the past; today's employers are more interested in what you'll be able to do going forward. The truth is,“Knowledge and experience are no longer the primary commodity.” And the new weapon of choice? Your LinkedIn profile.

7 things hiring managers value much more than your education - Food for thought: turns out, most hiring managers don't really care about where we went to school or the degree we earned.

Sidestepping Bias and Finding a Job You'll Love - Older workers and military veterans often find they have similar challenges when searching for a new job; age discrimination, pre-conceived notions, and the dreaded "overqualified" label. Here are some great tips for navigating the obstacle course and finding a job where "going to work becomes spending time with friends who appreciate you."

Why December Is The Best Time Of Year To Look For Work - It's TRUE! If you're looking for work, don't slow up in December: ACCELERATE instead and win!

Forget the cover letter; write a pain letter, instead - OK, so you've come to WeHireHeroes.US, and you've found at least one position that fits your qualifications to a "T". Now what? Don't just send your resume into the the Black Hole of Death and wait, like your competition is most likely doing! Instead, send a "pain letter" directly to your hiring manager. Here's how.

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8 Stages of a Successful Job Hunt - No matter what your occupation or level of experience is, the process of getting a new job has several common elements. Once you understand the progression as a whole, you are less likely to make mistakes along the way. Here are the stages you'll most likely pass through on your way to your next position.

Overqualified and Underemployed: My Journey to Find a New Job - Recently, I did something I thought I'd never have the courage to do. I quit my job without a back-up plan. Soon after, I began sending resumes to companies that were in line with my interests and past experiences. I had a pretty good start.

4 Reasons You Never Hear Back After A Job Interview - Have you ever submitted an application and your perfectly tailored résumé for a job you knew you'd be perfect for, and never got any sort of acknowledgment of receipt? Can you remember a time when you left an interview thinking you aced it, only to never hear back? You're not alone.

Why So Many Job Postings Are So Ridiculous - If you've been looking for a job recently, chances are you've stumbled upon at least a few impossible job postings. You know, the type that lists mile-long requirements, demands unrealistic workloads (often with underwhelming compensation) and leaves you shaking your head in disbelief...

Kroger plans to hire 20,000 nationwide - The Cincinnati-based national grocer currently employs 375,000 and runs 2,640 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia.

9 Things to Know if You’re Laid Off After 50 - At the time of my firing I was definitely 50-plus - a scary age at which to find yourself back in the job market. But over the next 12 months of job hunting, I learned a lot about myself, and even more about the dynamics of landing paid work. I hope these tips prove useful to those in the same boat now.

Kroger plans to hire 20,000 nationwide - The Cincinnati-based national grocer currently employs 375,000 and runs 2,640 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia.

What Hiring Managers Really Want To Know When They Ask, "Where Do You See Yourself In 5 Years?" - It may not seem like a tricky question, but your response can make or break your interview. It can also tell the company if you have the requisite work ethic, attitude, and loyalty to be a good hire in the long term.

25 Things That Make You Look Dumb On LinkedIn - It may not seem like a tricky question, but your response can make or break your interview. Your answe

Job Search: What Changed? - People who haven’t been looking for jobs for a while are in for a real shock. The rules of the game have changed significantly.

What Hiring Managers Really Want To Know When They Ask, "Where Do You See Yourself In 5 Years?" - It may not seem like a tricky question, but your response can make or break your interview. Your answer reveals whether or not you have the requisite work ethic, attitude, and loyalty to be a good hire in the long term.

Tricky Math Question CEO Asks Job Candidates - Occasionally, you'll be asked a trick question in the interview to size you up. Sometimes it's not the answer you produce, but how you came up with it.

10 Things Transitioning Military Professionals Must Do In 2014 - As federal and DOD job opportunities continue to shrink, it’s critical that military professionals be better prepared and understand the civilian job market. Here’s a top 10 list that will put you far ahead of your competition.

Top Reason Employers Don't Hire Veterans - A new survey by CareerBuilder explores why it's so hard for employers to hire veterans.

9 Things Great Leaders Say Every Day - People judge you by what you do--and by what you say. Here are 9 phrases that should roll off your lips every single day.

Thank You For Your Military Service — Now Here Are 9 Reasons Why I Won't Hire You - Many veterans and servicemembers have the skills and experience to make the cut, but blow it. Here are the top real reasons why you don't get the job offer.

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