8 Simple Steps to Build Your Professional Network After Military Service
Moving from military life to the civilian world can feel like learning a new language. While you had a ready-made network in the forces, building business relationships works differently in civilian life. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you connect with the right people and find your next role. Step 1: Start with People You […]
Military CV Mistakes: Your Guide To Standing Out In 2025
THE REALITY CHECK According to the latest Forces in Mind Trust research, only 44.5% of UK ex-service personnel feel they’ve found the ‘right job’, and just 42.5% believe their role maximises their potential. Your CV becomes crucial in securing meaningful civilian employment. As specialists working with veterans transitioning into rewarding careers, we at OWOA have […]
Showcasing Your Soft Skills: How to Highlight Non-Technical Strengths on Your Resume and in Interviews
In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, showcasing soft skills is not just about listing qualifications—it’s about highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings to the table. However, for veterans, individuals with disabilities, and women, the task of highlighting these non-technical strengths can come with its own set of challenges. In […]
Nailing Interviews: Your All-in-One Guide to Face-to-Face and Video Chats
Hey there, future interview superstar! Interviews are like the golden ticket to your dream job, and whether you’re chatting in person or through a screen, how you handle them matters big time. We’re here to help you get the hang of both types of interviews, with tips that are as easy as having a friendly […]
What Are the Top Transferable Skills From a Military Career?
“What skills can you bring to this position?” It’s a question many ex-forces personnel dread, and that’s if you’ve made it past the long list of essential and desired skills on the job advertisement. But it needn’t be. You might feel you’ve little to offer by way of office experience, commercial acumen or business know-how. […]