The Military Transition Blog
I am building this blog to be the premiere non-DoD/.mil site information resource for transitioning military members on the web.
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Transitioning out of the military shouldn’t be this hard. You shouldn’t have to look in 5 regs, ask 10 people, and get 3 different answers to figure out the correct steps. Help me make it easier.
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Your 24-Month Military Transition Timeline
You have decided to end your military service. ETS. Expiration of term of service or retirement. Your gut is telling you that you have made the right decision. However, your head is making you feel nervous, nauseous, and terrified. Your heart is questioning how...
You Are Here
You are here is the sign you see on a map that orients you to your current location. You need to know that location in order to move forward. Knowing where you are now, will prepare you for where you want to go after you transition out of the military.
Your 24-Month Military Transition Timeline
You have decided to end your military service. ETS. Expiration of term of service or retirement. Your gut is telling you that you have made the right decision. However, your head is making you feel nervous, nauseous, and terrified. Your heart is questioning how...
Do You Really Need a Plan B?
Having a Plan B as a backup to your Plan A has always been a go-to. But in some cases, plan B just isn’t necessary. Your Plan A may need your full attention.
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You Are Here
You are here is the sign you see on a map that orients you to your current location. You need to know that location in order to move forward. Knowing where you are now, will prepare you for where you want to go after you transition out of the military.
Your 24-Month Military Transition Timeline
You have decided to end your military service. ETS. Expiration of term of service or retirement. Your gut is telling you that you have made the right decision. However, your head is making you feel nervous, nauseous, and terrified. Your heart is questioning how...
The Missing Retirement Lapel Pin
The retirement lapel pin is presented at the retirement ceremony or directly to a retiree who foregoes a ceremony to all service members who have served 20 years of honorable service.
Do You Really Need a Plan B?
Having a Plan B as a backup to your Plan A has always been a go-to. But in some cases, plan B just isn’t necessary. Your Plan A may need your full attention.
The VA “Intent to File” Explained
So... ya'll know (or I hope you know by now) my goal with this blog is to get information out to you as quickly as I'm learning it. Well, that motto has caused me to try something new. I am constantly pinging my friends, associates, and colleagues for...
Surviving the Guilt of Leaving the Military
You have decided to separate from the military. You are excited, but then you immediately dread. Dread and guilt. Why do you feel this way and what can you do about it?
Choosing Your Forever Home When You Transition Out of the Military
Have you ever wondered where you will settle once you separate or retire from the military? This article will help you narrow down your decision.
OverValuing Your Military Experience During Your Transition
You are a big deal. You are. I don't want to take that away from you. If you are separating from the military, it is likely that you have at some point in time been in charge of tens if not hundreds of people. You have written, or had written about you, annual...
How to Receive the Correct VA Disability Rating After your Transition
You know it is important to get the proper VA disability rating but you don’t know how. Let me remedy your uncertainty. This article details the steps you need to take to a proper VA rating.
How Does a Global Pandemic Affect your Military Transition Plans
Should you still transition out of the military during this global pandemic? This article gives you some things to consider when making that decision.
I started this blog with so much passion and drive, then COVID-19 hit, and work-life non-balance got in the way. But as of January 1st, 2021, I am back on the case. This proves my point about preparation for your transition…don’t let anything get in the way of your exit from the military!
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