Lida Citroen

The author of "Success After Service: How to Take Control of Your Job Search and Career After Military Duty” (2020) and "Your Next Mission: A personal branding guide for the military-to-civilian transition" (2014), Lida Citroën is a keynote speaker and presenter, executive coach, popular TEDx speaker and instructor of multiple courses on LinkedIn Learning. She regularly presents workshops on personal branding, executive presence, leadership communication and reputation risk management.

A contributing writer for Military.com, Lida is a passionate supporter of the military, volunteering her time to help veterans transition to civilian careers and assist employers who seek to hire military talent. She regularly speaks at conferences, corporate meetings and events focused on military transition.

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What you post online can have consequences and impact beyond your intention.

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If you're near your separation date, you're likely hearing a lot about using social media to get the attention of potential...

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What Is Authenticity and How Authentic Should You Be in a Job Interview?

How you present yourself, your appearance, voice and warmth can tell a person if they believe they’ll enjoy the interview or...

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