Vet Coach Transition Tips

Pat Bergstresser
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Vet Coach Transition Tips

Transitioning from active duty military to the civilian job market can be a daunting experience, especially if you’ve spent your entire adult life on active duty. In the Vet Coach Transition Tips podcast, join former Navy Lieutenant Pat Bergstresser as he navigates the transition process for military veterans step by step. We’ll talk through resumes, interviews, LinkedIn, and most importantly, if you should grow a beard for your first civilian interview. If you’re still on active duty, a veteran who’s been out for several years, or you just finished Transition GPS/TAPS class and realized it was a complete waste of time, this podcast will help guide you through the process of what to do and how to successfully find a fulfilling career in the civilian world.To access this podcast and more, visit TransitionVetCoach.com.

  1. 06/16/2022

    LinkedIn Part 10 - Networking Informational Interviews

    So this isn’t quite your traditional interview. You won’t be interviewing for any potential role - but this new contact you’re about to have your first call with could be pivotal when you start applying to roles. So you want to put your best foot forward in that initial conversation. Here we cover how to approach the call to make it productive, how to best connect with the new connection, and building a foundation for expanding your network.

    33 min

  2. 06/16/2022

    LinkedIn Part 9 - Networking Messaging

    The goal here is getting your new contacts to respond and on the phone as quickly as possible. Nobody wants to message back and forth endlessly. But, you’re also a stranger to your potential connections. In this episode we cover how to concisely message your new connections and get them on the phone so they can discover how awesome of a transitioning veteran you are.

    16 min

  3. 06/15/2022

    LinkedIn Part 7 - Networking Strategy

    So your profile is finally all filled out and you’re ready to start harnessing the networking power of LinkedIn. But where to begin? We’ll cover in this episode how to develop a personalized strategy so you’re talking to the right people and continually progressing towards your new career, not just a new job.

    38 min

  4. 06/15/2022

    LinkedIn Part 8 - Networking Search

    Once you’ve defined your strategy, you’re ready to start searching. The search bar on LinkedIn has a variety of filters and settings to tailor your search to exactly who you are looking to connect with. In this episode we talk through how to leverage the search functionality to find the right connections for your transition.

    23 min

  5. 05/23/2021

    LinkedIn Part 6 - Profile Wrap Up

    Time to wrap up writing this profile so you can get networking! What the hell does “networking” even really mean? We’ll get to that, but don’t miss this crucial episode where we cover the featured section, education, licenses and certifications, and more. Should you list your military licenses and military awards? We’ll answer that and feature plenty of actionable advice as always. To access this podcast and more, visit TransitionVetCoach.com.

    38 min

  6. 05/22/2021

    LinkedIn Part 5 - Experience & Volunteering Sections

    The “meat” of your profile is your experience section. This is where you can hit all the keywords to help recruiters find you, and where you can display everything you’ve accomplished in your career. There’s some nuances to how to build this section, make it look clean and professional, and other tips important to nailing this aspect of your profile. Listen in to learn how to build this section in a clean and concise way. To access this podcast and more, visit TransitionVetC...

    27 min

  7. 05/21/2021

    LinkedIn Part 4 - The About Section

    Throughout the LinkedIn Series, I consistently talk about making the most of your LinkedIn “Real Estate.” The "About" section is, in my opinion, the most underutilized and under-leveraged piece of real estate. It is your opportunity to, in your own words, articulate your brand and your value proposition. It’s also the first thing a visitor to your profile will read to better understand you and what you are all about. How do you write it in a way that succinctly and elo...

    33 min

  8. 05/20/2021

    LinkedIn Part 3 - The Opener

    In this episode, we cover how to digitally introduce yourself on LinkedIn. We cover having an easy to find URL for your profile, how to manage the “open to work” settings, how to craft a solid headline, and how to best position your location settings to optimize opportunities. Listen in for details. To access this podcast and more, visit TransitionVetCoach.com.

    34 min
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Transitioning from active duty military to the civilian job market can be a daunting experience, especially if you’ve spent your entire adult life on active duty. In the Vet Coach Transition Tips podcast, join former Navy Lieutenant Pat Bergstresser as he navigates the transition process for military veterans step by step. We’ll talk through resumes, interviews, LinkedIn, and most importantly, if you should grow a beard for your first civilian interview. If you’re still on active duty, a veteran who’s been out for several years, or you just finished Transition GPS/TAPS class and realized it was a complete waste of time, this podcast will help guide you through the process of what to do and how to successfully find a fulfilling career in the civilian world.To access this podcast and more, visit TransitionVetCoach.com.

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  • Creator
    Pat Bergstresser
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2022
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Pat Bergstresser
  • Show Website
    Vet Coach Transition Tips

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