This isn't your average military transition book. It goes far beyond how to write a resume and find a job, by providing you with all the guidance you need to successfully reenter the civilian world. Whether you've served three years or thirty, this is the book for you. It walks you through the transition process and explains what life is like outside the perimeter fence so you can hit the ground running without your PT shoes.

Includes index. "Learning made easy"--Cover "Navigate your way into civilian life; identify and use the benefits you've earned; find a government or private-sector job"--Cover

Getting started with saying so long. Kicking around the idea of moving to fort couch ; Diving into transition programs ; Organizing to prepare for civilian life ; Eyeing your ETS process ; Ain't no discharge on the ground (it's in your hand) -- Finding a job. Engaging yourself in employment programs ; Getting your foot in the door with a strong resume ; Familiarizing yourself with civilian employment (and pay) ; Getting the skinny on government jobs ; Connecting with civilians in your new AO ; Working your way through interviews ; Negotiating your salary when you get a job offer ; Assimilating into the civilian workforce ; Starting your own business -- Gearing up to go back to school. Advancing on your scholarly career ; Cashing in on your GI bill ; Fitting into your new role as a student -- Adjusting to civilian life. Managing your money as a civilian ; Zeroing in on the benefits you earned ; Transitioning as a wounded warrior ; Getting help when you need it -- The part of tens. Ten tips to help you find a job ; Ten tips to help you score a job ; Ten tips on filing a successful claim with the VA.