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However, they share the challenges of finding and maintaining gainful employment. MOAA is here to help.  \n[www.moaa.org/spouseguide](www.moaa.org/spouseguide)  \nA COMPLETE GUIDE TO  \nMILITARY FAMILY INITIATIVE  \nComplete Guide to Military Spouse Employment  \nThe military lifestyle includes travel, adventure, and new experiences. However, it also guarantees a transient lifestyle and challenges to maintaining a career. The goal of this publication is to provide a helpful resource to military spouses in pursuit of a career.  \nTable of Contents  \nIntroduction ................................................................................................................................. 2  \nChapter 1: Military Spouses and Careers ............................................................................... 3  \nChapter 2: Transitions .............................................................................................................. 6  \nChapter 3: Job-Search Strategies ............................................................................................. 8  \nChapter 4: Self-Marketing Essentials ................................................................................... 11  \nChapter 5: Networking and Presenting Yourself ................................................................. 18  \nChapter 6: Acing Your Interview ........................................................................................... 21  \nChapter 7: Evaluating and Negotiating Offers ..................................................................... 26  \nChapter 8: Landing the Job ..................................................................................................... 28  \nAppendices  \nA: Accomplishment Statements and Action Verbs ....................................................... 30  \nB: Sample Self-Marketing Materials ............................................................................... 32  \nC: Sample Correspondence ............................................................................................... 40  \nD: Additional Resources .................................................................................................... 42  \nPrepared by the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) . Copyright 2017. All rights reserved.  \nNo part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted without the express written consent of MOAA. To request additional copies for distribution, please call the MOAA Member Service Center toll-free at (800) 234-MOAA (6622) .  \nThe information contained in this publication is intended for personal use by individuals who serve or who have served in the U.S. military and is not meant to substitute for legal or professional services. The regulations covering the entitlements discussed herein are constantly amended—the information within is current as of the publication date.  \nMOAA  \n1  \n Introduction   \nTHIS IS A GUIDE FOR MILITARY SPOUSES CREATED BY MILITARY SPOUSES, WITH THE GOAL OF HELPING YOU NAVIGATE YOUR NEXT TRANSITION AND ASSIST YOU IN KEEPING YOUR CAREER ON THE MOVE.  \nYou will find this guide is packed full of information about job hunting and ways to manage your career. It outlines the basics while focusing on creative strategies and approaches that tackle some of the complex challenges military spouses face.  \nThe information provided is not designed as a one-size-fits-all approach, so be sure to select what is applicable to your journey.  \nIf you are just launching your career or need additional information about job-search basics, consider the Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) career transition programs. MOAA’s Spouse Programs, in partnership with IVMF, developed content specifically geared toward military spouses. For additional information, visit [http://vets.syr.edu](http://vets.syr.edu).  \nContact MOAA Spouse Programs ","cbCaicDFglIFWc4Y","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaicDFglIFWc4Y","pdf",1463137,48,"English","# Introduction\n## Chapter 1: Military Spouses and Careers\n## Chapter 2: Transitions\n## Chapter 3: Job-Search Strategies\n## Chapter 4: Self-Marketing Essentials\n## Chapter 5: Networking and Presenting Yourself\n## Chapter 6: Acing Your Interview\n## Chapter 7: Evaluating and Negotiating Offers\n## Chapter 8: Landing the Job\n## Appendices\n### A: Accomplishment Statements and Action Verbs\n### B: Sample Self-Marketing Materials\n### C: Sample Correspondence\n### D: Additional Resources","[{\"question\":\"Who is this guide for and what problem does it address?\",\"answer\":\"The guide is created for military spouses to help them navigate career transitions caused by the military lifestyle. 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