Military transition is an uncertain time for Active Duty service members. Did you know that LinkedIn has an entire division dedicated to military transition for Active Duty service members? Review the following mini-report delivered by US Navy Veteran and Small Business Expert Shadeed Eleazer and learn strategies to ensure that the military transition is more efficient.

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Transitioning from Active Duty is an uncertain time for many of our United States military Veterans. The certainty
of payment every two weeks, full medical and dental coverage, and regimented lifestyle where high performance is
rewarded is the lifestyle we become accustomed to. Life in the civilian sector isn't always so simple.
How can LinkedIn help with military transition?
What programs and opportunities are available?
In this article, I will outline the answers to these questions.
Below are a few key recommendations on how to leverage the power of LinkedIn for military Veterans.
1.) Utilize LinkedIn to manage contacts and relationships from Active Duty.
Professional references from your co-workers on Active Duty become more valuable once you transition.
Maintaining contact becomes especially important if you have an active government security clearance. The
transient nature of the military makes it dif cult to maintain mailing addresses and even cell phone numbers of the
people you will need to advance in your civilian career. LinkedIn is the perfect solution for this scenario.
LinkedIn Recommendations - Contact former military co-workers and ask them to submit a recommendation
on your behalf.
My Network - Ensure that you send connection requests to key members of management and co-workers
before you depart Active Duty.
Skills and Endorsements - Be publicly recognized for your skillset by your peers. Update your skills on
LinkedIn to boost your credibility and professional presence.
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2.) Utilize LinkedIn Learning to enhance your skills and professionalism
A few years ago, LinkedIn acquired Lynda.com to improve its training offering.
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View the LinkedIn training library lled with hours of free content below:
3.) Utilize LinkedIn Premium subscription
LinkedIn premium offers a vast amount of training and resources to help our Veterans succeed. Vets are granted one
year of access to premium free of charge.
Premium membership is available for Veterans and spouses.
Active Duty transition is one a one size ts all approach. There are many factors that lead to success. Leverage the
resources provided by LinkedIn to improve your chances of success.
Shadeed Eleazer is a United States Navy Veteran who has helped thousands of Veterans transition successfully to the
civilian sector. For LinkedIn strategies join his LinkedIn Power Pro le email list.
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