May is not only home to Mother's Day and Memorial Day, but it is also Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month.
At Patriots Path, we recognize the technical and emotional part of job searching; there are highs and there are lows. In one breath, you will feel excited and hopeful; and in another, you will feel stressed and maybe even a little angry. This is all very normal. During a time of incredible change, like transitioning from a military to a civilian career, it is important to know where to go when things feel like they're getting out of control or when it feels like things are more than you can handle. This is not weakness. This is transformation. Change is not easy. And it's important to seek help when you need it. You are not alone. If you or someone you know is struggling and would like to speak with someone, please reach out to any one of the several mental health services offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by going to www.mentalhealth.va.gov/MENTALHEALTH.
Memorial Day can be a triggering event for many. In addition to the VA resource link referenced above, lean into your community, including the network of Patriots Path supporters.
Lastly, Friday, May 6th was Military Spouse Appreciation Day and Sunday, May 8th was Mother's Day. We salute all of the spouses and mothers who serve such a critical role. Thank you for all you do.
"To the world you are a mother, but to your family you are the whole world."
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PATRIOTS PATH NEWS & RECAPS |
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CONGRATULATIONS!
APRIL PATRIOTS PATH GRADUATES
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Thank you to Bank of America for their commitment to supporting a diverse workforce. At the beginning of April, Patriots Path hosted the third post-military career transition course for women service members. This course enabled important conversations about shared experiences and future career plans. These talented women are more than ready for the civilian workforce! |
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If your organization is committed to hiring a diverse workforce and you are interested in speaking with one, or several, of these veterans or military spouses, please reach out to Patriots Path Executive Director Noël McCall for an introduction. Email: noel.mccall@patriots-path.org. |
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INTERVIEW PRACTICE
FOR EMPLOYERS, VETERANS & MILITARY SPOUSES
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Practice makes perfect! At the end of April, Patriots Path hosted another successful "Mock Interview" session. We had a fantastic line-up of employers committed to hiring veterans and bettering their experience as they transition. We also had an amazing group of service members and spouses. Not only is this a great practice session, for all, but it is an opportunity for employers to connect with veterans moving into new careers and veterans to make invaluable networking connections.
A special thank you to all of the employers who participated!
- Maria Curran with Patterson Pope
- Kevin Shields with Spectrum
- Brian Bohrer with Ross Stores, Inc.
- Taylor Harris with Novant Health
- Amy Jacobsen with Novant Health
- Angela Cuzzolino with AAA-The Auto Club Group
- Lesley Caldwell with AAA-The Auto Club Group
- Dalton Graybill with Accenture
- Scott Turriff, with Charlotte Radiology
If your organization is interested in participating in a future event, please reach out to Patriots Path Executive Director, Noël McCall, by emailing noel.mccall@patriots-path.org.
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UPCOMING PATRIOTS PATH WORKSHOPS
MAY & JUNE
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Join us for one of our live, interactive 5-day workshops! Learn the ins and outs of the civilian job search while gaining critical skills, like resume writing, interviewing and networking.
Upcoming Dates:
May 16-20, 2022
June 6-10, 2022
9:00am-1:00pm EST, each day
Workshops are still being held virtually. Register for your spot today!
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ASK A RECRUITER | LUNCH & LEARN
MAY 24, 2022 | 11:00AM-12:00PM EST
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Want to get the inside track on what corporate recruiters look for in candidates? Join us for a Patriots Path original event; "Ask a Recruiter" is back on May 24th.
This virtual interactive Q&A session is a Patriots Path fan favorite. Register by email by clicking the link below.
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MOCK INTERVIEW SESSION
JUNE 28, 2022 | 4:00-5:30PM EST
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Come get your interview practice in with real employers and Patriots Path volunteers. Not only is this a great way to get live experience practicing critical interviewing skills, but it is also a great networking opportunity – for both employers and the veteran community.
Register by email by clicking the link below.
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LOOKING FOR MORE WAYS TO CONNECT?
CHECK OUT THESE VETERAN CALENDARS
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VETERAN HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH
CHRIS ALMERIA
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Service: United States Air Force, 30 years
Rank: Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt)
Education: Doctorate in Education, Leadership and Learning in Organizations, from Vanderbilt University
Career Interests: Management Consulting, Leadership Development, Operations Management
"Transitioning Air Force leader with a background in aircraft maintenance and human resources. I am excited to marry this experience with a recently finished doctorate in education to pivot into leadership development, consulting or operations management. in the private sector."
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ARTICLES WORTH READING
FOR EMPLOYERS AND VETERANS
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SHRM: The Challenges of Recruiting Recruiters
"Employers have been in a hiring frenzy since the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic stabilized in 2021. The U.S. unemployment rate sits at 3.6 percent, the lowest rate since right before the pandemic began, while job openings are at record highs.
Many employers are discovering that they need recruiters now more than ever—especially those employers that laid off their hiring teams when the pandemic hit."
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Military.com: 99 Ultimate Interview Questions for Veterans and Spouses
"Veterans and spouses know they need to practice interview questions before they go into an interview. Well, they ought to practice. They are, in fact, much more likely to nail the interview if they do practice. Still, veterans and spouses don't practice. We wing it."
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