Category Archives: Career

“I’m in the Military and I Just Got My Degree! Now What?”

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Doug Nordman

[Note: This reader’s question has been edited to preserve their anonymity, but the subject also applies to just about any military specialty. If you have a similar story then we’d like to read it too!] A reader writes: I stumbled … Continue reading →

Posted in Career | 2 Comments

5 Ways to Ease the Transition from Military to Civilian Career

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Doug Nordman

This guest post is brought to you by Aaron Walker. (If you’re interested in contributing a guest post, please see our guest posting guidelines.) I’ll be honest: When I began the job search as I moved from the military to civilian life, … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Money Management & Personal Finance | 2 Comments

“I’m setting a good example by working at a job”

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Doug Nordman

I read an interesting forum thread about the conflicts between living life on your terms or meeting society’s expectations. When you reach financial independence and can choose whether or not to work for a paycheck, there may still be other … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Financial Independence, Military Life & Family, What Do You DO All Day?!? | 6 Comments

Joining the Military During a Drawdown

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: Nords, can you talk to me about my son joining the military? Here are some things we are wondering about. Times are changing and the way it’s run doesn’t give the kids the options like they used … Continue reading →

Posted in Career | 22 Comments

Should You Start A Civil Service Bridge Career After The Military?

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: I’ve left active duty, but I feel compelled to get a federal civil service job so that I can apply my active duty time toward a federal pension. Would it be a wiser financial move to get … Continue reading →

Posted in Career | 4 Comments