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It’s 14-days out until the Veteran Social Summit powered by MilCruit , Parade Deck , Tenth Mountain , and Veteran Lifestyle Magazine returns to the virtual stage. Come on LinkedIn, come register for this free 2-day virtual conference jam packed with value adding speakers. Shout to Jai Salters and ACT Now Education and Military Influencer. #VeteranResources #MilitaryInfluencerConference #VeteranBenefits #NetworkingTips #CommunitySupport #TransitioningVeterans #MilitaryCommunity #VeteranSupport #ResourcesForVeterans #EmpowerVeterans

Here are 10 tips to effectively connect and communicate with a recruiter… ?Polish Your Online Profile: Before reaching out, ensure your LinkedIn and other professional profiles are up to date, showcasing relevant experience, achievements, and skills. Recruiters will likely check these platforms before responding to your message. ?Research the Recruiter and Company: Understand the company’s values, recent developments, and specific recruiter’s role or previous posts. Tailor your communication to show genuine interest in both the company and the recruiter’s specific areas of expertise. ?Make a Strong First Impression: When reaching out, introduce yourself briefly but clearly. Mention why you’re interested in the company and how your skills align with the specific role or company mission. Keep it concise and professional. ?Use a Clear and Direct Subject Line: If reaching out via email, use a subject line that clearly states your intention, such as “Experienced Marketing Manager Interested in Opportunities at [Company Name].” This helps them quickly understand the purpose of your email. ?Personalize Your Message: Avoid generic messages. Tailor your message to reference specific points about the company or the recruiter’s experience. Mention any connections, common goals, or company projects that genuinely interest you. ?Showcase Relevant Experience and Achievements: Briefly highlight relevant accomplishments that align with the role or industry. Recruiters are interested in seeing how you can add value, so mentioning quantifiable achievements can be beneficial. ?Be Respectful of Their Time: Recruiters, especially at large companies, are busy. Keep your communication brief, focused, and avoid follow-up messages too quickly. Wait at least a week before checking back if you don’t receive a response. ?Ask Thoughtful Questions: When given the chance, ask insightful questions that show a deep understanding of the company’s challenges or goals, rather than generic inquiries. This demonstrates your proactive approach and genuine interest. ?Express Gratitude and Enthusiasm: Whether you’re connecting over email or in person, thank the recruiter for their time and express enthusiasm for the potential opportunity. Positive interactions can leave a lasting impression. ?Follow Up and Stay Connected: After an interview or call, send a polite thank-you message. If the timing isn’t right for a role now, connect on LinkedIn and stay engaged with the company’s news. Building a long-term connection can keep you on the recruiter’s radar for future roles. Using these strategies thoughtfully can help you build a positive, lasting impression with recruiters and increase your chances of finding the right fit with a top employer. #hiring #jobsearch #tips #veterans #milspouse MilCruit #milcruit #hiringourheroes #skillbridge #dodskillbridge #recruiters

Leveraging LinkedIn effectively as you transition out of military service can be valuable. Here’s a step-by-step approach: 1. LinkedIn Profile ??Professional Photo: Use a high-quality, professional-looking headshot. ??Headline and Summary: Craft a headline that highlights your skills and career interests, such as “Transitioning Military Leader | Project Management | Logistics Specialist.” In your summary, share your military background, skills, and career goals. ??Translate Military Experience: Avoid jargon and explain your experience in terms that civilians will understand. Use job titles and responsibilities that highlight skills like leadership, project management, or teamwork. ??Skills and Endorsements: List skills that align with your desired civilian roles, and ask colleagues or superiors to endorse them. 2. Join Veteran and Industry Groups ??Search for LinkedIn groups focused on veterans or specific industries of interest (e.g., technology, logistics, management). Joining these groups connects you with like-minded professionals and keeps you informed on job opportunities and industry trends. 3. Build a Network ??Connect with Fellow Veterans: Many veterans are eager to help others transitioning to civilian careers. Start with individuals you know and expand by reaching out to veterans in similar industries or positions. ??Target Professionals in Your Desired Field: Send personalized connection requests to people in your industry of interest, including a brief message explaining that you’re a veteran transitioning to a civilian career and are interested in learning about their field. 4. Engage with Your Network & Share Content ??Comment on Posts: Engage thoughtfully with posts from veterans and industry leaders to increase your visibility and build connections. ??Share Relevant Content: Post articles, insights, or experiences related to your field of interest. Sharing relevant content positions you as an active participant in your industry. 5. Coffee Chats ??Reach out to professionals in roles or companies that interest you and ask if they’d be open to an informational interview. This shows initiative and can help you gather insights while expanding your network. Prepare questions about their career path, industry trends, and company culture. 6. LinkedIn’s Job Search & LinkedIn Learning ??Use LinkedIn’s job search tools to identify roles that align with your skills. Additionally, LinkedIn Learning offers courses to help build civilian skills, which can also be added to your profile. 7. Follow Up & Maintain Relationships ??Building a network isn’t just about adding connections; it’s about nurturing them. Periodically reach out to your network with updates or a quick message to maintain relationships and stay on their radar. By following these steps, you can use LinkedIn to create a strong network and find meaningful career opportunities as you transition from military service to civilian employment. #dodskillbridge #dod

?? Get Ready for the Veteran Social Summit on December 4-5, 2024! ??? The MilCruit community is thrilled to announce our virtual hiring event at this year’s Veteran Social Summit! Register now to to meet an amazing lineup of speakers and opportunities to connect with meaningful employment. The mission at VSS is to unite, support, and elevate the veteran, military spouse, dependent, and military supporter community. The VSS will host engaging speakers who will share their entrepreneurial journeys, lead workshops on business and transitions, offer mindset talks, and connect you with employers at a virtual hiring fair powered by MilCruit . ?? Stay tuned for company announcements starting next week! ?? Free registration is open NOW at link in comments. ?? Don’t miss out on this inspiring event! ?? Let’s unite, grow, and elevate together! Thank you to Parade Deck , Veteran Lifestyle Magazine , Tenth Mountain , and so many other awesome value adding people and sponsors. #VeteranSocialSummit #Veterans #VSS24 #VeteranEmpowerment #Community #Entrepreneurship #FreeEvent #milcruit

?? Get Ready for the Veteran Social Summit on December 4-5, 2024! ??? The MilCruit community is thrilled to announce our virtual hiring event at this year’s Veteran Social Summit! Register now to to meet an amazing lineup of speakers and opportunities to connect with meaningful employment. The mission at VSS is to unite, support, and elevate the veteran, military spouse, dependent, and military supporter community. The VSS will host engaging speakers who will share their entrepreneurial journeys, lead workshops on business and transitions, offer mindset talks, and connect you with employers at a virtual hiring fair powered by MilCruit. ?? Stay tuned for company announcements starting next week! ?? Free registration is open NOW at https://lnkd.in/efSEaKvm ?? Don’t miss out on this inspiring event! ?? Let’s unite, grow, and elevate together! Thank you to Parade Deck, Veteran Lifestyle Magazine, Tenth Mountain , and so many other awesome value adding people and sponsors. Check out https://lnkd.in/grjpuEzQ for more information! #VeteranSocialSummit #Veterans #VSS24 #VeteranEmpowerment #Community #Entrepreneurship #FreeEvent #milcruit

?? Get Ready for Veteran Social Summit 2024! ??? Our speaker card is growing daily, but here are a few of these incredible people: Ralph Galati, Ryan Patrick Hunt, Richard Kaufman, Andy Nelson, Hollie McDonald (on the next update we promise), Otis McGregor, CPD, LTC(R), Dr. Kailah M., JOHN RENKEN, CPD ????, Jennifer A. Garrett, JD, LLM, MBA, Moniek James, MBA, Brian Gibson, Emily K., Kevin Crowsyn, John Krotec, A.H.O., C.P.D., Travis Johnson, and many more not yet on the yard but still awesome and including: MAJ (R) Annette Whittenberger, Joe M Palacios Jr, Andrew A., Brian Arrington M.S., MBA Candidate, Jeremy "Monte" Montgomery, John C King, Lynette Renee, Steven Eugene K., Ryan Hammer, and Janae S.. We’re thrilled to announce our dynamic lineup for this year’s Veteran Social Summit, packed with an impressive roster of speakers! ?? From trailblazing entrepreneurs to influential advocates, our speakers are ready to share powerful insights and stories that uplift, connect, and empower our veteran community. Join us Dec 4-5 to dive into the best conversations about entrepreneurship, career growth, mental health, and more. ?? Free registration is open NOW at https://lnkd.in/grjpuEzQ – don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring event! ?? Let’s unite, grow, and elevate together! ???? Thank you to Parade Deck, MilCruit, Veteran Lifestyle Magazine, Maxwell's Soaps, Tenth Mountain , Pando Commando , Amor Umbrella, The Veteran Lending Team, Daniel Faust, Project Diehard, Sales Platoon, Carrie Beavers's Jarvis Buchanan, and so many awesome and value adding people and sponsors. #VeteranSocialSummit #Veterans #VSS24 #VeteranEmpowerment #Community #Entrepreneurship #FreeEvent

I ?? WILL SEE YOU ?? THERE The Veteran Social Summit is just around the corner. Come join us as we "Unite - Grow - Support" one another. Veterans, Transitioning Service Members, MilSpouses, Of Age dependents and their caregivers....THIS IS FOR YOU. Amazing speakers and organizations will be there with you. MilCruit is driving the Virtual Hiring Fair on December 5th. Special shout ??out to the VSS founder - Ryan Patrick Hunt! Stay tuned for more. ??????GET REGISTERED?????? #veteransocialsummit #humanresrouces #socialnetworking #networking John C King Dara Lora Parade Deck Veteran Lifestyle Magazine The Veteran Lending Team Tenth Mountain Fusion Cell

Thank you MilCruit for believing in my vision for this year's Veteran Social Summit. The Hiring Fair segment of the VSS24 will be held on 5 December and we are expecting a high turnout of military owned executive recruiting firms and military talent acquisition from companies to remain unnamed for now. To be a part of the hiring fair as a company and speak to awesome veterans and transitioning military, please DM or shoot me an e-mail to [email protected]. If you are a jobseeker, please register today at https://lnkd.in/gZrv82Gk. #VeteranSocialSummit #VSS24 #MilitaryTransition #Veteran #HiringFair #HiringAlert

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