Military Transition Insights from Human Resources with Gary Steensgard

Lessons Learned for Vets

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This episode features insights from Gary Steensgaard, a veteran who transitioned from military service to a civilian HR role. We explore strategies for translating military skills for civilian job markets and how to navigate the realities of the hiring process.
A few key highlights covered in this episode:

• Honest reflections on the transition process
• Importance of setting realistic expectations for civilian employment
• Strategies to refine resumes and highlight relevant skills
• Understanding the performance management systems in civilian HR
• Insights on translating military terminology to workplace language
• Deep dive into the hidden costs of employment and their implications
• Identifying the right moments for career moves
• The value of professional networking for continuing growth and support
• Importance of maintaining passion and happiness in career choices

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The Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast is sponsored by Seek Now and their Drive Academy. Seek Now is the property inspection industry's leading business and they created Drive Academy DoD SkillBridge and CSP internships to teach transitioning military service members and veterans skills that prepare them for lucrative and rewarding careers in the property inspection and insurance industries. You can learn more and apply today at www.internwithdrive.com.

Chapters

1. Welcome to the Lessons Learned for Vets podcast (00:00:00)

2. Introduction of Guest Gary Steensgaard (00:06:21)

3. The Smoother Transition: Expectations vs. Reality (00:11:29)

4. Refining the Resume for the Civilian Job Market (00:26:39)

5. Understanding Performance Management in HR (00:43:49)

6. Learning the Language: Terminology in HR (00:54:50)

7. Exploring the Cost of Employment (01:09:36)

8. Identifying the Right Career Moves (01:25:52)

9. Building Your Professional Network (01:40:50)