Accessing Federal Employment

Victim Advocacy

Tim has a candid and open discussion with Lakeydra Houston about dealing with trauma and navigating the aftermath.  She highlights the need for increased awareness and guidance on available tools and resources. Many of us don't know what to do when or if we are confided in by a victim. Lakeydra walks us through the steps including ensuring that they are in a safe place. This episode is for all, not just victims.  Reach out to Lakeydra on LinkedIn for more information and free resources and support for sexual assault, PTSD, and other trauma.

Accessing Federal Employment

Arica Urena joins Tim to dig into the specifics of the process to obtain Federal Employment. The structure of federal employment for transitioning veterans and their spouses is attractive but can be a complex world to navigate.  Arica guides us through the federal resume, job description, and the importance of reading the job description!

The Resume Guide for Veterans

So, you're looking for civilian employment, and every employer first wants a resume. After you do an internet search for "good templates" you realize that this could go TERRIBLY WRONG! After all, during your time in the military, you used your evaluations and they follow you everywhere. Have no fear, Timothy spends some time with Jamilla Morse. Jamilla is a certified professional recruiter who breaks it all down for us in this episode! Most importantly, your resume should speak to you. How do you accomplish that? Take a listen and let the expertise on this call help you with your resume.

Networking To Drive Your Transition

Don't believe in networking? Well, James Medina and Robert Woods join Timothy to talk about their personal journeys in transition from 20 years of service in the U.S. Army to civilian employment. Specifically, they delve into the importance of networking  and making connections and how to do so effectively in a new environment. Yes, this means getting very familiar with LinkedIn and using it as a tool in your employment search toolkit. Listen to it straight from those that have done it successfully!

Overcoming Disabilities in the Employment Search

It's Your Outcome owner, April Ogden talks with Timothy about how to overcome disabilities and engage in the employment search. Her very personal and real experience delivers impactful nuggets of insight and information for all job seekers and employers.  April walks through your legal rights, reasonable accommodations, and removing the limits from yourself. There are resources available to you. Take a listen and be empowered to move forward! Great information in this episode on how to improve the diversity of your workforce to be more inclusive to disabled workers.