Iron Sharpens Iron: How to Find the Career Mentor You Need on the Job Hunt

Overview

On your job hunt, you are not looking for a handout. You don’t expect it to be easy. You wish you had a guide who understood where military experience meets market demand. You want someone who can provide clear expectations, have some honest conversations, point out where you are going wrong, and open your eyes to opportunities you might not know exist so that you can do the work yourself. You are looking for a mentor, not a helper. In this 60-minute class, you will learn:

1. What they mean by “mentorship” during the veteran job hunt, and how it can help you get a better job offer.
2. When and how to approach past bosses and mentors in a way that will not be an imposition on them but will benefit you both.
3. How to signal that you would welcome frank instruction on how you appear to hiring managers. 
4. Where to find all the hidden sources of mentorship available to veterans and spouses on the job hunt, especially in Fortune 500 companies.
5. How to shape and conduct your meetings with a formal mentor for optimal benefit to both parties.
6. How to act on advice in a way that spurs even more opportunities.
7. How to identify a certified career coach who can help you with transition.