Success After Service

Lida Citroën specializes in personal branding and reputation management online and in-person for a target audience, and is based in Englewood, CO. She volunteers to help transitioning military service members build their civilian careers by teaching personal branding and online reputation management in the TAP program at the United States Air Force Academy. She also consults with private Fortune 100 companies who are looking to hire and increase the number of veteran employees. She is the author of two veteran-focused books: Your Next Mission (2014) and Engaging with Veteran Talent (2017).

Chapter - 00: Introduction;
Chapter - 01: Fundamentals of Career Readiness;
Chapter - 02: What to Do Before You Separate/Retire;
Chapter - 03: Evaluating the Path Forward – Employment, Education, or Entrepreneurship;
Chapter - 04: Building Your Personal Brand;
Chapter - 05: Career-Ready Tools to Gather – Resume and Cover Letter;
Chapter - 06: Getting Yourself Out There – Crafting Your Narrative and Networking in Person;
Chapter - 07: Getting Yourself Out There – Networking Online;
Chapter - 08: Finding Mentors, Apprenticeships, and Internships;
Chapter - 09: Researching, Applying, and Interviewing for a Job;
Chapter - 10: Choosing and Beginning Your Career, Education, and Business Venture;
Chapter - 11: Growing Your Career in the First Three Years;
Chapter - 12: Growing Your Career and Knowing When to Move On

"The most comprehensive and effective resource for those separating from the military and veterans diving into the civilian job market for the first time."

"If you are wondering if you've thought everything through as you transition from military service to the civilian world, then start with this book and wonder no more."

"This is a must-read for any transitioning servicemember as well as for any ally of the veteran community that wants to understand the many challenges veterans face as they enter corporate America."