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The strategic imperative for training: A blueprint for competitive advantage from battlefield to boardroom

03/11/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1504 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

By Andy Choquette WithYouWithMe . During my time serving in the military, I came to understand that training is not

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A scene from the Commissioning Ceremony for HMS Anson at Barrow, UK, 31 August 2022. UK MoD photo by Corporal Tim Hammond.
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WithYouWithMe secures gold status for supporting UK military personnel

24/07/202303/08/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 10612 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

The UK Ministry of Defence announced last month that Australian social impact company WithYouWithMe was recognised with a Gold Award

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Time to restore engineers to their rightful place

12/02/202312/02/2023 Posted by Brian Hartigan 1364 Views 0 Comments

Opinion piece by CEO and Chairman of the Thales Group Patrice Caine   Has engineering had its heyday? This might sound

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RSL Employment Program supports defence families

07/09/202107/09/2021 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2314 Views 1 Comment

The right support at the right time can transform challenging situations and brighten futures – according to RSL Employment.

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How RPL can translate military experience into civilian qualifications

23/08/2021 Posted by Brian Hartigan 19199 Views 1 Comment RPL – recognised prior learning

Transitioning from a military career to the civilian job market can be daunting and difficult. Although there are many transferable

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Bombardier Kelvin Groves from the First Mentoring Task Force on patrol in Baluchi Valley, Afghanistan. Photo by Sergeant Mick Davis.
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How to sell your mil skills in civvie street

17/06/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3883 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

One of the biggest issues many veterans face when they leave the Australian Defence Force is deciding what to do

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Finding your new career pathway after ADF service. Image courtesy WithYouWithMe.
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How to find the right industry with the right company

03/06/201803/06/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3183 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

Identifying the right industry you want to work in and then how to enter that industry with the right company can

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Leverage the hiring process for your benefit

19/05/201819/05/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4037 Views 0 Comments

  Understanding the basic hiring process that most companies use to fill a vacancy can help you leverage opportunities  

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Shift from ‘participant’ to ‘gamer’ in the job search game

04/05/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4314 Views 1 Comment

Transitioning from the Australian Defence Force is difficult, but viewing the challenges outlined in other articles (especially ‘Turn challenges into

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Registration open for next free national career expo

22/04/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2808 Views 0 Comments career expo, WithYouWithMe

With two highly successful similar events under their belt, WithYouWithMe will host their next Career Expo in Sydney on 8

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Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull address guests at the inaugural Prime Minister's Veterans' Employment Awards, watched by Virginia Hausegger and Ben Roberts-Smith VC.
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Inaugural Prime Minister’s Veterans’ Employment Awards

29/03/201829/03/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4397 Views 0 Comments Prime Minister's Veterans' Employment Awards

Last night at Parliament House in Canberra the winners of the inaugural Prime Minister’s Veterans’ Employment Awards were announced. CAPTION: Prime

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WithYouWithMe launches Brisbane Veteran Employment Drive ahead of Career Expo

19/02/201819/02/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4831 Views 2 Comments Veteran Career Expo

An employment company helping veterans transition from the defence force – WithYouWithMe – last week launched a Brisbane Veteran Employment

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Navigating a career pathway
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Navigating your corporate career pathway

10/02/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3099 Views 0 Comments career pathways

Every individual’s career pathway varies depending on the type of industry they work in. For transitioning ADF members, it is

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ADFA Third Year Officer Cadets celebrate graduation. Photo by Corporal Chris Moore.
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How employers determine if you fit the job

27/01/201828/01/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3638 Views 0 Comments employers

When employers consider hiring a potential employee, they will assign value to that person in a few ways. This can

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A thank you from WithYouWithMe

12/01/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2785 Views 0 Comments

Brian, A habit I picked up early into my military career was self-reflection and delivering gratitude when gratitude is due.

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A Royal Military College first class Staff Cadet helps secure Whyalla Airport during a fictional escort mission. Photo by Sergeant W Guthrie.
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Transitioning from the Defence? Turn challenges into opportunities

16/12/2017 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3158 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

The transition from the Defence Force for veterans often isn’t easy. They often encounter numerous challenges that make it difficult

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An Australian soldier from 8th/9th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, 'communicates effectively in a high-pressure tactical situation'. Photo by David Said.
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Translating your military experience into industry speak

02/12/201730/11/2017 Posted by Brian Hartigan 5211 Views 0 Comments WithYouWithMe

Here are some common scenarios, and an example of how common military experience can be explained to recruiters and employers

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Mentoring below decks on HMAS Melbourne, Persian Gulf. Photo by Brian Hartigan, 2012.
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Mentoring a veteran can help you grow as a leader

20/10/2017 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3224 Views 0 Comments mentoring

As a young man, I have borne witness to management and leadership on different levels. Due to historic ties, pride

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FILE PHOTO: HMAS Melbourne, Middle East, 2012. Photo by Brian Hartigan.
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Talking to civvies – change your jargon

07/10/2017 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3466 Views 2 Comments

Defence is swimming in jargon and acronyms. But, all industries develop their own jargon. From healthcare to education, public versus

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Signaller Aiden Barker prepares to lower the Australian National Flag at sunset on the Flight Deck of HMAS Adelaide while alongside Fort Hill Wharf, Darwin during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 17. Photo by Petty Officer Andrew Dakin.
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How to sell your mil skills in civvie street

23/09/201707/10/2017 Posted by Brian Hartigan 5772 Views 2 Comments WithYouWithMe

One of the biggest issues many veterans face when they leave the defence force is deciding what to do next

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