Category Archives: Career

During retirement: The inevitable job offers

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Doug Nordman

As you blissfully go about your daily retiree routine, you’ll be blindsided by an epiphany: “Gosh, I could do THAT job!” The realization could be triggered by anything– a clerk’s fumbling efforts at the home-improvement store, a chance encounter with … Continue reading →

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Forget about who you were and discover who you are

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Doug Nordman

    That homily makes a great e-mail signature or bumper sticker, but it also carries a warning to a particular segment of veterans. The military excels at giving its members a ready-made identity: you’re not an individual, you’re part … Continue reading →

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The transition to a bridge career

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Doug Nordman

  “The Military Guide” is full of advice and stories from dozens of servicemembers and veterans who hope that you’ll benefit from sharing their experience. I don’t tell their stories in the blog (you’ll have to read the book!) but … Continue reading →

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Mobilizing with the Reserves and National Guard

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Doug Nordman

When you’re trying to balance the Reserves/NG with a civilian career, an extended deployment can be a crippling drawback– or a unique opportunity. For active-duty servicemembers, deployments are just another part of the lifestyle that includes extensive support and assistance … Continue reading →

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Reserves and National Guard – Another Way to Earn a Military Retirement

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Doug Nordman

Another way to get to 20 years for the pension & TRICARE Everyone who approaches the end of a military obligation has a tough decision: Stay in or get out? The decision is even tougher after the first 10 years: … Continue reading →

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