Current Economy and the JMO

When my colleague, Joel Junker, and I are speaking with JMOs considering a career in business, we often hear them tell us they are strongly considering separating from the military, but have concerns about the economy and what the job market looks like for them. It is understandable given that the majority of JMOs have … Continue reading “Current Economy and the JMO”

How to Answer Interview Questions Regarding Complex Projects and Complex Problems, and the Differences Between the Two

Two common interview questions Recruiters ask are, “Give me an example of a significant problem you solved,” and, “Give me an example of a project you managed.” To answer these questions, I recommend you utilize the four-part formula described in Chapter 5 of PCS to Corporate America, 3rd Edition by Roger Cameron for answering Significant … Continue reading “How to Answer Interview Questions Regarding Complex Projects and Complex Problems, and the Differences Between the Two”

Career Transition Advice from Air Force JMO

Often, JMOs ask me what they need to do to be successful at the Cameron-Brooks Conference.  While I can pass on several key lessons, I also believe there is tremendous value in receiving insights from JMOs who recently attended the Conference and what they did to plan and prepare for their success.  This is why … Continue reading “Career Transition Advice from Air Force JMO”

August 2012 Career Conference Results

We just completed the August 2012 Career Conference this past week.  39 candidates and 19 spouses and support team members attended the Conference, and all candidates have companies pursuing them into the follow-up process.  The candidates interviewed with an average of 12.6 companies and averaged 8.3 companies pursuing them for a 65% pursuit rate.   The entire Cameron-Brooks Team … Continue reading “August 2012 Career Conference Results”

The August 2012 Career Conference

The Cameron-Brooks team and the August 2012 Career Conference JMO candidates will arrive in Charlotte, NC over the next 24 hours to kick off our fourth Conference of the year. As we make final preparations for the Career Conference, I wanted to share some thoughts heading into it.

7 Ways for Spouses and Significant Others to Get Involved with the Cameron-Brooks Program

Changing career direction from the military to Corporate America is one of the most important moves JMOs make in their lifetime. It affects their futures and those of their spouses/significant others.  This is why Cameron-Brooks highly encourages spouses/significant others to be involved with the entire career search process to include attending our Information Meetings, Personal … Continue reading “7 Ways for Spouses and Significant Others to Get Involved with the Cameron-Brooks Program”

Updates to the Cameron-Brooks Resource Center

We’ve recently made some additions to our Candidate Resource Center I wanted to make everyone aware of. In our “Learning Library” tab, under the section “Transition & Career Guidance”, we’ve added several videos that will be of interest to our candidates. First, we’ve added two series of three-part videos addressing both men’s and women’s interview … Continue reading “Updates to the Cameron-Brooks Resource Center”

4 Easy Steps to Fit More Reading Into Your Busy Schedule

Michael Hyatt, Chairman of Thomas Nelson Publishing, author, and social media guru on Intentional Leadership says, “Leaders are readers.” I completely agree. Leaders read because they are constantly learning, developing and sharing newly found lessons and ideas with others. This is why we at Cameron-Brooks want to instill in candidates a habit of professional development … Continue reading “4 Easy Steps to Fit More Reading Into Your Busy Schedule”

Advice on Forming and Conducting a Study Group by a Cameron-Brooks Alumnus

The following blog post is by a Cameron-Brooks Alumnus who spent over one year in the Cameron-Brooks program. ————————————————————————————— Interview preparation. I can’t begin to explain how practicing answers with 15 other candidates over the course of a year helped me at the Conference. I don’t think there is any other better venue to do … Continue reading “Advice on Forming and Conducting a Study Group by a Cameron-Brooks Alumnus”

June 2012 Career Conference Results

We just completed the June 2012 Career Conference this past week.  56 candidates and 11 spouses and support team members attended the Conference, and all candidates have companies pursuing them into the follow-up process.  The candidates interviewed with an average of 12.1 companies and averaged 7.3 companies pursuing them for a 60% pursuit rate. This … Continue reading “June 2012 Career Conference Results”