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10/13/03 -
ABCs of the ASVAB
The
ASVAB is the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Test. Test results determine
(1) whether or not one qualifies for military service, and (2) if so,
what jobs they qualify for. The ASVAB consists of nine sub-tests which
results in an overall ASVAB score and various ASVAB sub-test scores.
10/08/03 -
Military College Loan Repayment Program (CLRP)
The
College Loan Repayment Program is an enlistment incentive. Like other
enlistment incentives authorized by Congress, each of the services are
free to offer the program, or not, as they see fit, in order to meet
their established recruiting goals. Under the program, the military will
repay a portion of eligible college loans for non-prior service enlisted
military members.
09/25/03 -
Professional Resume Writers - Should You Hire One?
Searching
for employment after a military career can be a daunting task. In part
9 of the continuing series, 'Life After the Military,' guest-author Doris
Appelbaum discusses whether you should consider hiring a professional
to write your resume.
09/20/03 -
Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, Simplified
The
very nature of military service often compromises the ability of service
members to fulfill their financial obligations and to assert many of
their legal rights. Congress and the state legislatures have long recognized
the need for protective legislation, which has resulted in the Soldiers
and Sailors Civil Relief Act (SSCRA).
09/18/03 -
Upgrading Your Military Discharge
Any
person who has been discharged or dismissed, or his or her heirs or legal
representative, may apply to the appropriate service's Discharge Review
Board. The Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard have separate boards. The
Navy operates the board for both Navy personnel and members of the United
States Marine Corps.
09/13/03 -
Army College Fund
The
Army College Fund (ACF) is an enlistment benefit that adds to the MGIB.
One cannot have the ACF without participating in the MGIB, as the two
programs run hand-in-hand. The Army restricts the ACF only to MOSs (enlisted
jobs) that are experiencing significant shortages.
09/02/03 -
Army BEAR Program
The
Bonus Extension and Retraining (BEAR) Program is designed to assist in
force alignment. It allows eligible soldiers an opportunity to extend
their enlistment for formal retraining into a shortage MOS (job) that
is presently in the Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) Program and, upon
completion of retraining, receive a SRB in the newly awarded PMOS.
08/31/03 -
Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Course
The Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Course (PLC) is an
alternative for NROTC or OCS for college students who wish to become
commissioned officers in the United States Marine Corps.
08/10/03 -
Navy Enlisted Promotion Sytem
Ever
wanted to know what it takes to get promoted in the United States Navy?
We've taken the "gobbly-gook" out of the Navy
Enlisted Promotion Manual and present the process "in
the clear." Part
4 of a multi-part series.
08/07/03 -
Transitioning to a Civilian Career
Searching
for a job after the military that fits your skill-set and conforms to your
separation date can be difficult and discouraging - especially in today's
economy. This week, guest-author Doris Appelbaum provides some helpful
tips about preparation and where to go online for one of the biggest career
moves you'll ever make.
08/04/03 -
Getting Out of the Military
Hardly
a week goes by that I don't receive email from someone asking how they
can get out of the military. Sometimes the person
is disillusioned -- perhaps their recruiter lied to them, or perhaps
they had "selective listening," and only heard what they
wanted to hear. Perhaps they simply decide, after basic training and/or
job
training that they don't like the military, and want out.
07/21/03 -
Marine Corps Enlisted Promotion Sytem
Ever
wanted to know what it takes to get promoted in the United States Marine
Corps? We've taken the "gobbly-gook" out of the Marine Corps
Enlisted Promotion Regulation and present the process "in
the clear." Part
3 of a multi-part series.
07/16/03 -
Transitioning and Fears
Many transitioning military feel a need to cover all contingencies before
proceeding with an action or plan. This may appear to reflect reasonable
caution and planning.
Actually, it can stall a person to the point of getting nowhere. Part 7 of the
continuing series, Life After the Military.
07/14/03 -
Air Force Enlisted Promotion System
Ever
wanted to know what it takes to get promoted in the Air Force? We've
taken the "gobbly-gook" out of the Air Force Enlisted Promotion
Regulation and present the process "in the clear." Part 2
of a multi-part series.
07/10/03 -
The 2nd MEPS Experience
Most
people who enlist on active duty make two trips to the Military Entrance
Processing Station (MEPS). The first trip is for initial qualification
determination, and enlisting in the Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP).
The second trip is for actually enlisting on active duty, and shipping
off to basic training.
07/06/03 -
Army Enlisted Promotion System
Ever
wanted to know what it takes to get promoted in the Army? We've taken
the "gobbly-gook" out of the Army Enlisted Promotion Regulation
and present the process "in the clear." Part 1 of a multi-part
series. In future parts, we'll cover the enlisted promotion systems of
the Air Force, Navy, and Marines.
06/28/03 -
Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor (Part 4)
What's
it like being assigned to a U.S. Navy Ship? In this 5-part series, STG1
Patrick Long describes life aboard the USS Porter (DDG-78). In Part 4
- Assignments, Watches, and Ship's Routine.
06/22/03 -
Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor (Part 3)
What's
it like being assigned to a U.S. Navy Ship? In this 5-part series, STG1
Patrick Long describes life aboard the USS Porter (DDG-78). In Part 3
- Indoctrination.
06/14/03 -
FY 2003 Recruiting Goals
One
thing about the enlistment process that many people don't understand
are military recruiting goals. Congress sets the size of the military,
and that determines how many can enlist each year. So far, for FY 2003,
the services are doing very well.
06/14/03 -
Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor (Part 2)
What's
it like being assigned to a U.S. Navy Ship? In this 5-part series, STG1
Patrick Long describes life aboard the USS Porter (DDG-78). In Part 2
- Welcome Aboard!
06/08/03 -
Diary of a Sea-Going Sailor
What's
it like being assigned to a U.S. Navy Ship? In this 5-part series, STG1
Patrick Long describes life aboard the USS Porter (DDG-78). In Part 1
- Reporting to the Ship.
06/05/03 -
Mail to/from Iraq to Speed Up
The Military Postal Service Agency has received a number
of complaints about the speed of mail deliveries to and from Iraq. The
officials are aware of the problems and expect changes to ease some stumbling
blocks.
06/02/03 -
Military Members Can Vote Online
The
Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP), in conjunction with several
states and counties, has begun conducting a large Internet registration
and voting demonstration for the 2004 election. This Congressionally
mandated project is called SERVE, which stands for Secure Electronic
Registration and Voting Experiment.
05/26/03 -
Career Action Planning
In
part six of the continuing series, Life After the Military,
guest-author Doris Appelbaum covers the topic of career action
plans.
05/15/03 -
The Electronic Data Processing Test
The
Electronic Data Processing Test (EDPT) has the reputation of being
one of the hardest tests that one can take at the Military Entrance Processing
Station (MEPS). The EDPT is used by only two of the military services:
The Air Force and the Marine Corps.
05/13/03 -
Family Member Life Insurance Program
Family
Servicemans Group Life Insurance (SGLI) (FSGLI) coverage provides life
insurance coverage for the spouses and dependent children of all servicemembers
(Active Duty and Ready Reserve) who have full-time SGLI coverage.
05/10/03 -
Air Force Recruiting Duty
Becoming
an Air Force recruiter can be the most challenging and gratifying job
you will ever have. Recruiters are responsible for the number and quality
of young men and women who enlist and begin their Air Force careers.
There are few jobs in the Air Force more challenging, satisfying, and
rewarding as Recruiting. A more vital enlisted profession does not exist
in the USAF.
05/05/03 -
Military Food Stamp Allowance Program
Under the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
2001, qualifying servicemembers can receive up to $500 a month with the
new family subsistence supplemental allowance (FSSA). The program was
designed to help families on food stamps.
05/01/03 -
Paradise on a Military Budget
I
love my job. I'm writing this article on the balcony of my 5th floor
luxury condo at the Maverick Resort, located at Ormond
Beach, Florida. For just $249 per week, you too can rent a luxury condo.
Assuming you're "military," of course.
04/09/03 -
What About the Children?
Ever wonder what happens to the children of military
single-parents or military couples with children when the military member
deploys? A program called Family Care Plan ensures they are well taken
care of.
04/03/03 -
Support Your Military Members
The anthrax threat has eliminated programs where people
can send mail to 'any servicemember.' Don't fear, however. There are
plenty of other ways you can show your support for members of the United
States Military.
03/28/03 -
U.S. Military Special Operations
Lock up a bunch of military members in a room, ask
them to debate which Special Operations Group is the best. However, don't
make any plans for the immediate future. They'll still be arguing about
it when the beer and potato chips run out. Here's a look at U.S. Military
Special Operations Forces.
03/26/03 -
MOPP Level 4, Gas! Gas!
Many nations have a considerable variety of lethal
and incapacitating chemical agents and the means to deliver them. Here's
how the United States Military protects against chemical and biological
attacks.
03/24/03 -
The U.S. Military Code of Conduct
The
Code of Conduct (CoC) is the legal guide for the behavior of U.S. Military
members who are captured by hostile forces. The
Code of Conduct, in six brief Articles, addresses those situations and
decision areas that, to some degree, all military personnel could encounter.
03/23/03 -
Non-Nuclear Missiles and Bombs
Part 2 of a multi-part feature article about United
States Military weapons and equipment. In Part 2, military missiles and
bombs, including 'smart' and 'dumb' weapons.
03/21/03 -
U.S. Military Weapons of War
There
is no argument that the United States Military is the most powerful military
in the World. We have achieved a level of technology in military weapons
and equipment that no other nation on earth comes close to. In
Part 1 of this multi-part feature article, all about the weapons and equipment
used by the infantry and special operations forces.
03/19/03 -
U.S. Military 101
The
basics of the United States Military, including the
mission of the five military branches, organizational chain
of command, and an overview of military ranks.
03/12/03 -
The Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP)
Detailed explanation of the Delayed Enlistment Program
(DEP) for active duty military, as well as policies concerning discharge
(release) from the DEP.
02/23/03 -
Two Year Enlistments Coming
Congress
wants all of the military services to offer a shorter active duty enlistment
program. As such, Congress
passed
a requirement
as part
of
the
FY
2003 Military Appropriations Act which requires all of the services
to develop a shortened enlistment program by October 1, 2003.
02/16/03 -
Military Weddings and Honeymoons
Recent news articles
have reported a dramatic upsurge in the number of military weddings.
With continuing deployments and the future uncertain, it's no wonder
so many couples are tying the knot. Join
About's Honeymoon & Romatic Getaways Guide and I as we answer questions
concerning military weddings and honeymoons.
02/10/03 -
Military Retiree Advice, Part II
General
advice for those planning to retire from the military. In part II, advice
and information about pre-planning your military retirement. Part 5
of the continuing series, Life After the
Military.
02/03/03 -
Military Retiree Advice, Part I
General
advice for those planning to retire from the military. In part I, information
about protecting your identify, and
thinking about civilian employment after retirement. Part
4 of the continuing series, Life After the Military.
01/27/03
- Military Tax Guide
There are several special circumstances for military members
in the United States income tax laws. This article covers the special
tax situations of active members of the U.S. Armed Forces for the tax-year
of 2002 (for returns filed in 2003). It does not cover military pensions
or veterans’ benefits or give the basic tax rules that apply
to all taxpayers.
01/13/03
- Unemployable? Too Young? Too Old?
The average
United States senator is 59.8 years old, and the typical Fortune 500 chief
executive is 56. But frequently the focus is on the drawbacks of aging.
Do age or experience lead to better management or public policy? Part
3 of the continuing series, Life After the Military.
01/06/03
- A Good Mentor can be a Valuable Career Resource
Part
2 of the Life After the Military series. We
all need mentors, whether in military or civilian life. By finding and
cultivating suitable people as mentors, you will tilt the scales in favor
of finding a successful second career. It is this type of sponsorship
that will ensure that you stand out from the crowd.
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