The Million Dollar Choice: Military to Business Transition

Would you rather have $1M today or a penny today that would double every day for 30 days? Would you believe that that initial penny would be worth $5,278,709.12 in 30 days? I assume you would take that penny and forego the $1M! What does this “Million Dollar Choice” have to do with the JMO’s … Continue reading “The Million Dollar Choice: Military to Business Transition”

3 Keys to An Extraordinary Post-Military Career (E188)

My experience has taught me that if I want to achieve excellence in something, I should study and learn from the people who have achieved success in that area already. Why should I reinvent the wheel? So, when Cameron-Brooks Alumnus Liam Burns messaged me on LinkedIn that he wanted to be a guest on the … Continue reading “3 Keys to An Extraordinary Post-Military Career (E188)”

Why Corporate America Needs JMO Leadership (E183)

For three decades, I have led teams, coached leaders, helped thousands of Junior Military Officers (JMOs) transition to business, and worked with hiring managers to hire and develop leadership talent. One common theme is that people want meaning and purpose in their work. They want to create something or serve someone beyond themselves. They want … Continue reading “Why Corporate America Needs JMO Leadership (E183)”

Are You Ready to Interview for a Military to Business Transition?

Are you ready to interview for a military-to-business transition? Let me tell you an interesting story… Many years ago, the Transition Assistance Program at the Naval Academy asked me to facilitate a lunch and learn teaching how to interview for post-military positions. During the class, I explained that some recruiters will ask them to explain … Continue reading “Are You Ready to Interview for a Military to Business Transition?”

Transition Strategies for JMOs With A Professional Spouse (Ep. 174)

Almost 80% of the junior military officers (JMOs) we help transition from the military to a business leadership career are either married or have significant others involved. This creates complexity in developing a transition strategy that makes it possible for the JMO and civilian spouse/significant other to reach their career goals. In this episode, you … Continue reading “Transition Strategies for JMOs With A Professional Spouse (Ep. 174)”

What Hiring Managers Want in an Interview (Ep. 173)

Many Junior Military Officers (JMOs) transitioning to business are curious about what to expect in an interview and what hiring managers want to see or hear. From a high level, they wonder how they should communicate their experiences to business leaders. Then they even worry about the more minor details. Do they call the hiring … Continue reading “What Hiring Managers Want in an Interview (Ep. 173)”

Today’s Economy and Jobs for JMOs?

Let’s talk about today’s economy and jobs for JMOs. Where do the economy and, more importantly, career opportunities for Junior Military Officers (JMOs) stand? For 13 months, the Federal Reserve has raised the Fed funds rate by five percentage points. Most expect more rates in the future. Why have they done this, and how does … Continue reading “Today’s Economy and Jobs for JMOs?”

Could I Be A Development Candidate? (Episode 169)

If you are a JMO, do you have what it takes to be a Development Candidate? I interview thousands of JMOs a year who tell me they want to leave the military and continue their leadership career in business. They express the desire for increased responsibility and the opportunity to grow and develop to reach … Continue reading “Could I Be A Development Candidate? (Episode 169)”

Work Life Balance: The Formula

Most Cameron-Brooks blog post topics address the junior military officer to business transition.  I am mixing it up with this work-life balance post.  The Cameron-Brooks Team asked me to write a personal post. Last year, I held a leadership panel discussion with Cameron-Brooks Alumni on career management best practices.  One of the panelists, Mike DeBock, … Continue reading “Work Life Balance: The Formula”

How Military Officer Recruiters Get Paid

There is a lot of misinformation out there on how military officer recruiters get paid. The goal of this blog post is to clear up any confusion and help you understand the model before deciding to partner with a military officer recruiting company. Companies Pay the Military Officer Recruiter if they Hire a Candidate As … Continue reading “How Military Officer Recruiters Get Paid”