Being “the only one” at work—whether you’re the only woman, the only person of color, or the only of your kind in some other way—is a situation many have experienced with varying degrees of discomfort, confusion, and frustration.
Many folks …
By Ashley Pelzek | MIT Sloan Ideas Made to Matter | February 5, 2019
Like most transitioning military veterans, my post-Navy career exploration began about four years prior to my separation date. While veterans of the modern era enjoy the benefits of …
We know you’ve heard you should clean up your social media so that you can be a presentable professional, especially when you’re looking for a new job. But do you know how it could actually hurt you?
We’ve collected real …
By Elizabeth Gore | Inc | November 12, 2018
It shouldn’t surprise you that some of the top entrepreneurs in the U.S. are military veterans. As the daughter of an Air Force veteran, I heard about hard-earned leadership skills every day growing up. I’ve spoken …
McKinsey & Company | November 11, 2018
How did your experience in service make you a better consultant?
Pilots love options and priorities. When you’re flying in foreign airspace and dealing with the daily challenges of bad weather, rough seas, and …
Dorie Clark | Harvard Business Review | March 21, 2018
When Toby Johnson was 24 years old, the Army pilot was in charge of eight $30 million Apache helicopters, plus the 30 people who managed them — more responsibility than any of her …
There are many reasons you might be thinking about getting a Master’s degree. Some identify the Master’s as a definite stepping stone on a path that leads to their dream job. Others are simply looking for some kind of expertise …
McKinsey & Company | May 29, 2017
believe there are two types of military veterans – those who know how valuable their experience is and those who have no clue. Prior to McKinsey, I was part of the latter group. It took …
Greg Call | LinkedIn | May 31, 2016
In 2012, I was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps and became part of a veteran community that was facing atrocious unemployment rates. Like many of my brothers and sisters, I knew there had …
Greg Call | LinkedIn | January 7, 2016
As our Veteran Programs Manager, it’s my job to take a hard look at where LinkedIn fits into the veteran support ecosystem. While career opportunities, learning on Lynda.com, and access to the Veterans Mentor Network are …
