Understand the Military Retirement Pay System

Understand the Military Retirement Pay SystemUnderstand the Military Retirement Pay SystemIn recent years, the military retirement system has become a bit mora complicated. Here are some basics to help you understand what to expect. Who Is a Retired Military Member? For Navy and kriegsmarine Corps members, you are considered to be a retired member for classificationpurposes if you are an enlisted member with over 30 years tafelgeschirr, or a warrant or commissioned officer. Enlisted Navy and Marine Corps members with less than 30 years tafelgeschirr are transferred to the Fleet Reserve/Fleet Marine Corps Reserve and their pay is referred to as retainer pay. Air Force and Army members with over 20 years service are all classified as retired and receive retired pay. When a Navy or Marine Corps member completes 30 years, including time on the retired rolls in receipt of retainer pay, the Fleet Reserve status is changed to retired status, and they begin receiving retired pay. The law treats retired pay and retainer pay exactly the same way. Military retirement pay is unlike civilian retirement pay systems. You either qualify for retirement by honorably serving over 20 years in the military, or you do not. Military Retirees Being Recalled to Active Duty Another significant difference between military retirement and civilian retirement is that a retired military member can be recalled to active duty. The chances that a military retiree would be recalled to active duty after age 60, or who have been retired for mora than five years, are slim. DOD categorizes retirees into three categories, with category I as the fruchtwein likely to be recalled to active duty, and category III as the least likely. Individuals over the age of 60 are in category III, which is the same category as individuals with disabilities. Recall of category III retires is extremely unlikely. Military Retirement Pay Computation For members who entered active duty or on prior to September 8, 1980, retired pay amounts are determined by multiplying your service factor (normally referred to as your multiplier) by your active duty kusine pay at the time of retirement. If you entered active duty after September 8, 1980, the base pay is the average of the highest 36 months of active duty base pay received. Additionally, your initial (first) cost-of-living adjustment will be reduced by 1 percent. The multiplier for the above two plans is 2.5 percent (up to a maximum of 75 percent). For example, a person who entered active duty on or before September 8, 1980, and spent 22 years on active duty, would receive 55 percent of his/her base pay as retirement or retainer pay. A person who entered active duty after September 8, 1980, and spent 22 years on active duty, would receive 55 percent of the average of the highest 36 months of active duty base pay. If you are a commissioned officer or an enlisted with prior commissioned service, you must have at least 10 years of commissione d service to retire at your commissioned rank. If you have less than 10 years of commissioned service, and voluntarily retire, you retire at your enlisted rank, and only the highest 36 months of active duty enlisted base pay counts for retirement computation. Newer Military Members Retirement There is a third retirement system for anyone who joined the military on or after achter monat des jahres 1, 1986. These individuals are required to make a decision at the 15-year point of their careers. They can elect to participate in the same retirement program above, or they can choose to receive an immediate monetary bonus ($30,000), andselectthe REDUX system. If they elect the REDUX system, the factor is determined by taking 2 1/2 percent times your years of service then reducing that factor by 1 percent point for each year less than 30 years. Using the same examples as above, a person with 22 years ofactive dutyservice would retire at 47 percent of the average of their highest 36 mon ths of base pay. The REDUX ends at age 62, and the individual then begins to receive his/her normal retirement pay. Additionally, folks who elect REDUX will have their annual cost of living allowance reduced by 1 percent. At age 62, those percentage points are added back to the retired pay, however. How Years of Service Are Calculated For all plans, years of service includes leistungspunkt for each full month of service as one-twelfth of a year. Years of service for officers includes all active service, periods of inactive reserve service prior to June 1, 1958, ROTC active duty time prior to October 13, 1964, constructive service credit for Medical and Dental Corps, and drills performed while in the inactive reserve after May 31, 1958. Years of service for Fleet Reservists and all other enlisted retirements include all active service, active duty for training performed after August 9, 1956, any constructive service earned for a minority or short-term enlistment completed prior t o December 31, 1977, and includes drills performed while in the Active Reserves. The Tower Amendment Your pay will be computed according to provisions of the Tower Amendment if it applies to your situation. The Tower Amendment was enacted to ensure that you will not receive a lesser amount of retired pay than you would have received if you had retired on a prior date, because of arecentretired pay cost-of-living (COL) adjustment. In the past, there were times where the retiree COL exceeded the annual militarypay raise, which would have resulted in more pay, had the member retired prior to the COL date. The Tower eligibility date is usually the day prior to the effective date of an active duty pay increase. Tower pay is computed by utilizing the active duty pay rates in effect on that date, your rank/rate on that date, total service accumulated on that date, and all applicable cost-of-living increases. For example, assume a member at the rank of E-8 with 22 years, 7 months servic e on June 30, 2000. The members pay would be computed as follows 2 1/2 percent x 22.58 years 56.45 percent56.45 percent x $3,119.40January 1, 2000 active duty rate for an E-8 over 22 yrs $1,760.90 Since the E-8 was eligible to retire on December 31, 1999, Defense Financing and Accounting Services would also compute the entitlement as of that date. The E-8 has 22 years, 1 month of service as of December 31, 1999. The pay would be computed as follows 2 1/2 percent x 22.08 55.20 percent55.20 percent x $2,976.60 (1/1/99 active duty rate for an E-8 over 21 yrs) $1,643.00 2 percent (COL Increase) $1675.00 In thissituation, this retiree would receive monthly retainer pay of $1791.00 since the Tower Amendment computations are not more beneficial than the current pay computation. Disability Retirement If you have been found to be physically unfit for further military service and meet certain standards specified by law, you will be granted disability retirement. Military members wit h 20 or more years of active service can retire, regardless of the percentage level of disability, if they are found to be unfit and removed from the service by reason of physical disability. People with less than 20 years of active service at the time they are removed from the service by reason of physical disability may be either separated or retired, based on the following If you have a disability that is rated by the military disability evaluation system at 20 percent or lower, you can be discharged (most likely with severance pay, unless the condition existed prior to service and was not permanently aggravated by service or misconduct is involved). Those who are separated for disability may be eligible for monthly disability compensation from theVeterans Administration. If the condition is rated at or above 30 percent, and other conditions are met, you will be disabilityretired. Your disability retirement may betemporaryorpermanent. If temporary, your status should be resolved within a five-year period. The amount of your disability retired pay is determined by one of three methods The first method is to multiply yourmultiplier by your base pay or the average of highest 36 months of active duty pay at the time of retirement by the percentage of disability which has been assigned. However, the minimum percentagefortemporary disability retirees will equal 50 percent. The maximum percentage for any type of retirement is 75 percent.The second method is to multiply only your years of active service at the time of your retirement by 2.5 percent by your base pay or the average of highest 36 months of active duty pay at the time of retirement. The third method applies to you if you were eligible to retire/transfer under any other law. DFAS will compute your entitlements using both methods above, and use the one which results in the greatest amount of retired pay. If you desire that another methodisused, you may request it in writing. The difference between tempor ary and permanent disability is the stability of the medical condition. Ifyour condition is not deemed stable, you may be placed on the TDRL (temporary disability retirement list). When on the TDRL, you are subject to reevaluation every 18 months and limited to 5 years max on the TDRL. At the 5 year point, if not sooner during a re-eval, you are removed from the TDRL and either found fit, permanently retired, or discharged with severance pay. Veterans Administration Disability Compensation Dont confuse VA Disability Compensation with Military DisabilityRetirement Pay. They are two separate animals. The VA uses completely different standards for determining service-connected disability than the military uses for its disability retirement system. All retiring members who believe they have a service-connected disability can apply for VA benefits prior to, or after retirement. If you are eligible, a service-connected disability is established. While you are required to relinquish mi litary retirement pay on a $1 to $1 ratio in order to receive VA Disability pay, the following benefits accrue as a result of VA compensation VA compensation is nontaxableVA approved disability gives you a priority admittance to VA hospitals for medical treatment for your disabilityVA outpatient facilities are available for treatment of your disabilityIf you die as a result of the service-connected disability, your surviving spouse is eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) from the VAEven a rating by VA of 0 percent (although of no monetary benefit) documents your physical condition as service-connected.A rating by VA of 30 percent or higher allows you to receive additional tax-free allowances for your dependents. Annual cost-of-living increases to your compensation amount.VA disability percentage (and VA compensation) can be increased, based on a request and approval of reevaluation, resulting in increased tax-free compensation.The possibilityof purchasing up to $ 10,000 of National Service Life Insurance without a physical exam. If you are awarded VA compensation, the gross amount of the compensation is deducted from your retired pay. Special Compensation for Severely Disabled Certain severely disabled retirees of the uniform services that have a disability rating as reported by theDepartment of Veterans Affairs(VA) are entitled to special compensation. The special compensation is paid for that month in accordance with the following schedule 70 or 80 percent $10090 percent $200100 percent $300 You must meet the following requirements for entitlement to special compensation for severely disabled You are not retired from the military for a disability.You are in a retired status and on the retiredpayrolls. Members recalled for morethan30 days to active duty are not in a retired status.You have 20 or more years of service for the purpose of computing retired pay. A reservist must have 7,200 or more points to qualify.The VA rating for disa bility of m70 percent or higher must be awarded within 4 years of retirement.The VA rating must be 70 percent or higher for each month. If the rating falls below 70 percent any given month, then the retiree has no entitlement to special compensation for that month. When and How You Get Paid Unlike active duty pay, retired/retainer pay is only paid once per month. Your net retired/retainer pay should be sent to your financial institution by direct deposit unless you reside in a foreign country, which direct deposit is not available. Your retired pay will be deposited to your account on the first business day of the month following the end of the month. Your first payment for retired pay normally will arrive 30 days after your release from active duty, or, on the first business day of the month following the month of first entitlement to pay. In a separate mailing, you will receive a letter which will show you how your pay was computed. Foreign Employment Any applicant who ac cepts employment with a foreign government without approval is subject to havingreserveor retired pay withheld for the period of unauthorized employment. If you are retired and contemplating employment by a foreign government, you must obtain approval from the Secretary of the service concerned and the Secretary of State. Federal Civil ServiceRetirement If you retire from themilitary and are retired/retiring from Federal Civil Service, you can elect to waiveyour military retired pay in order to include your military service in the computation of your civil service annuity. However, for retired reservists, this is true only if you are service retired years of service or disability retired. If you are age retired (age 60) then there is no waiver or offset. If you choose to do so, you need to notify DFAS, in writing, at least 60 days prior to your planned civilian retirement date. It is suggested that you contact your civilian personnel office prior to the submission of your waiver request to ensure that you are aware of all the available options. If you elect survivor coverage from your civil service annuity, your military survivor benefit plan (SBP) participation will be suspended while you receive the civil service annuity. If you want to retain military SBP you may do so, but you must then decline survivor annuity from the Office of Personnel Management. If your pay is subject to court-ordered distribution, you must authorize an allotment in an amount equal to the distribution, in order to include military service in the civil service annuity computation. Taxation of Military Retirement Pay In most cases, retired pay is fully taxable. The amount of taxable income is reduced by SBP costs and any waiver for VA compensation or deduction for dual compensation (federal civil service employment). The amount deducted from your pay for federal withholding tax is based on the number of exemptions you indicate on either your pay data form or your W-4 after reti rement. State tax withholding is on a voluntary basis and must be in whole dollar amounts. $10 is the minimum monthly amount. Before making your request in writing, you must contact the taxing authority in the state in which you have established residence to determine if you are required to pay state income tax. Retired/retainer pay is not subject to FICA (Social Security) deductions, nor is your retired pay reduced when you become entitled to social security payments. Garnishments/Withholdings Unlike active duty pay, military retired/retainer pay cannot be garnished for commercial debts (i.e. credit cards, automobile loans,etc.) Military retirement pay can, however, be garnished for alimony,child support, IRS Tax Levies, and debts owed to the government (i.e.student loans, PX/BX Deferred Payment delinquencies, Officer/NCO Club payment delinquencies,etc.) Additionally, under the provisions of theUniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act (USFSPA), state courts maytreat mili tary retired pay as joint property between the member and the spouse during divorce proceedings. Visit the DFASwebsitefor more information.

Work-Life Balance Is Dead, and Heres Why

Work-Life Balance Is Dead, and Heres WhyWork-Life Balance Is Dead, and Heres WhyLets dispel a common myth right away, so we can look at this subject with a realistic perspectiveTheres no method that can help a person strike a perfect balance between their work life and their personal life.Believing its possible is a little unhealthyThere are just too many items on todays agenda well never get around to. Things on tomorrows schedule that well push back.Thats just an inherent part of adulthoodkeeping pace with a perpetual workflow that demands every ounce of your attention and energy.At the end of a long day of work, you want to have an actual life.Meet friends, shop, catch a movie, go to your favorite restaurant.The truth is, all that time, a thought lingers in the back of your mindI have to wake up early tomorrow.The work-life balance begins to tip. You rush through dinner, prepare tomorrows lunch, and hope you can wring a little more free time from tomorrow evening.And it isnt a gre at feeling.Your Misconceptions About the Work-Life BalanceYou might believe you can address your work-life balance with an immaculately planned schedule.If youre somehow able to plan your workday down to the very last second, well, more power to you.Unfortunately, very few of us possess that kind of foresight, much less the ability to act on it.Life is messy, and there are always unexpected changes you cant account forRegardless of your preparedness and punctuality, your co-workers could miss a meeting or get sick, and youll have to make adjustments. These adjustments could throw off the rest of your day and leave you in the sekretariat after hours.Some people think they can cheat the system. They might eat lunch at their desk so they dont have to stay at the office longer than necessary, or theyll skip a work event because it isnt mandatory.In truth, though, this reallocation of time doesnt serve them well. And might just backfire.They might get out of work early if they eat lunch at their desk, but the distraction of their food could compromise the quality of their work. They might gain more personal time by skipping an obligatory work event, but itll reflect poorly on their reputation as an employee.Does such life seem balanced to you? Sooner or later, the scales have to level out.The essential takeaway here is that its counterintuitive to stress yourself over the perfect work-life balance. Its an attractive concept, admittedly, but in practice, that kind of mindset will only serve as an obstacle toward making meaningful progression. Trust meIts Something I Know from ExperienceAs a tech and productivity writer, I have an intimate understanding of efficiency in the workplace.Ive researched modern methods of time management. I know what it takes to produce a high quantity of content. I consider myself knowledgeable in my areas of study.But theres one thing Ive learnedI freelance in a journalistic capacity for a lot of different websites, and I have to work wi thin the limitations of hard deadlines.One of my clients prompted me to write a sizable piece that required a lot of industry-specific research. It took time to conduct and integrate what I gathered into the draft.Because of a simple miscalculation, my task bled far past my working hours. I found myself writing deep into the evening.Typically, I would have worried about my lack of preparation. This would cause me to lose focus on the task while creating a routine of ridiculing myself for something that wasnt necessarily within my power to control.I would obsess over what I did incorrectly when a project was genuinely intensive. This would only let me down and make me feel as if I had failed myself and others.This had to stopInstead of beating myself up for it that time around, I decided that it was okay not to be so torn up over a scheduling mishap.I made a plan to prioritize what I could fit into my schedule without trying to do it all.This helped me avoid stress, disappointment, a nd exhaustion at work and in my everyday life.In situations like these,its important not to burn out.Recognize that mistakes happen and estimations arent always accurate. Show yourself patience and kindness as you move forward. Treat yourself as you would treat a co-worker. Make progress at your own pace until youve finished.Get a job you love and work with people you respect. When you find the position thats right for you like I have, the issue of a work-life balance is less pressing, and its easier to cope with unexpected holdups.Advice on Improving Your Work-Life BalanceWhile its unrealistic to believe that a perfect work-life balance is possible, you can employ some simple techniques to free up more time for yourself.Its true that you have a responsibility to your company, of course, butYou also have a responsibility to yourself and your personal well-being.Your physical and mental health depends on self-care. Work ranks as one of the top three most common stressors, with61 perc ent of surveyed individuals citing their job as a source of anxiety.Naturally, more people shouldadopt strategies to alleviate this pressure so they can reach a happier balance.How can you achieve a better work-life balance?Compose a short list of your priorities.Determine which duties at home and work are least important to you and which are most important. Use this information to dictate how you schedule your day, allocating less time to the inessential minutiae and more time to the things you enjoy.Establish a clear set of boundaries.How much additional work youre willing to complete outside of the office?When are you going to check your work email after hours, and when do you intend to ignore any incoming messages? Answer these questions yourself and consider your limitations. Then, speak to your superior about them.Take advantage of all of the resources at your disposal.You likely have co-workers who are willing to help you with your tasks inside the office, and you can finish challenging projects. Its more than OK to ask for help, and Id encourage it if you feel like youre overwhelmed with work.Why the Work-Life Balance Is SkewedIts simple enough to acknowledge that a perfect work-life balance doesnt exist. Its less simple to understand why.Maybe we could reach a more concrete solution that could help employees and employers in the United States achieve a better equilibriumthough thats unlikely, all things considered.In truth, the balancetips on a fundamental level. The traditional nine-to-five template tries to fit employees within a box.HoweverWethe employeesare human beings, with all the subjectivity that entails. We have our own unique pace, style, and method of approaching assignments and responsibilities.Too often, companies treat a member of their workforce as an instrument and not an individual. This attitude is not only detrimental to morale but also hurts retention and increases turnover. A failure to respect preference is counterintuitive to p roductivity, with many remote employeesworking far more efficiently.If a geschftsleben owner takes the time to communicate with us, we might reach a mutual understanding. From this empathy, a better work-life balance could eventually develop.Unfortunately, for larger corporations, this is improbable, and scale can prohibit a meaningful dialogue.To see real change in your work-life balance, you cant sit on your hands, waiting for a massive revolution in conventional business practices. You can only depend on yourself, what you choose to do,and the difference you can make today.Adopt a Different PerspectiveIt might start there, but it doesnt end thereFinding the ideal work-life balance requires a sustained commitment to self-betterment.Try employing some of the advice listed here and see how it helps you throughout your day. Check which techniques prove most effective for you.You dont have to sacrifice your life for work. A compromise is possible. And more than thisyou can find harmon y.So, What Do You Think?Thanks for reading my article Id love to hear your thoughts on work-life balanceWhats the best tip youve ever gotten about work-life balance?Are there any successful work-life balance tips you practice in your life?Do you think that work-life balance varies with occupation?

This Spotify sales coordinator starts her day with self-care

This Spotify sales coordinator starts her day with self-careThis Spotify sales coordinator starts her day with self-careMornings. Whether yours starts with a run on the treadmill at the gym or just a run through the hallway when youre late for a 9 a.m. meeting, it can seriously make or break your day. And it can be tough to feel like there arent enough hours in the day, but youre elend alone. My morning routine is the series that will show you how other professionals wake up and tackle the daily grind at some of our favorite companies around the country. Whether its a yoga session, a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich or just taking time to finally catch up on the latest celebrity news, heres how others get ready for work.Nicole Godreau is a 20-something living in New York. Like so many others, she starts her day with a favorite playlist. The only difference? Godreau works for streaming giant Spotify, which means the music never stops for this sales coordinator.I feel that my morning rou tine is similar to others, Godreau told Swirled. I like to focus on self-care, which allows me to come into work with a positive attitude, ready to take on any challenges that may arise.Godreau has been a sales coordinator at Spotify for a little over a year, but she originally interned at the company right after college. She works as a trusted partner to the sales leadership gruppe. Her day consists of anything and everything, from administrative tasks and putting together business reports to event planning with the marketing team and business operations like tracking the teams PL, plus so much more.In order to find peace, she starts every day with a little self-care - something so many of us could learn from. We asked Godreau to walk us through her morning routine for work, tell us what she wishes she did differently and even what advice she would offer others who want to be in her shoes one day.645 AMMy morning routine on a normal weekday is simple. I wake up to my alarmand make a conscious effort not to check social media on my phone first thing in the morning. Instead, I take the time to write down three things Im grateful for each day. Its important for me to take the time to check in with myself, have time to count my blessingsand say positive affirmations. This process leaves me feeling refreshed and energized to start my day.Next, I turn on my TV and play Spotify - my go-to playlist for the morning is Soul Coffee. Then I jump in the shower and get dressed. I try to pick out my outfits for the week on the weekend to save time. Taking the time to put together outfits that look and feel good allows me to feel confident when walking into the office.The one thing I wish I did differently is wake up earlier and head to the gym. Sometimes it feels like I need more hours in the day to get everything done.830 AMIm ready to head out the door by 830 and make my way to the subway. On the ride to the office, I usually alternate between listening to a podcast (my favorite at the moment isOprahs SuperSoul Conversations) and catching up with my reading (my current read is Were Going to Need More Wine Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True by Gabrielle Union).9 AMI aim to be in the office around 9 a.m. My team also has a 9 a.m. monthly meeting that Im in dienstgrad of putting together the material for, so I make sure Im in the office around 830 a.m. on those days.The first thing I do when I get to work is open up my email to see if theres anything urgent I need to handle.10 AMOne of Spotifys perks is free meals, so when Im done looking at emails, I head over to our kitchen around 10 a.m. to grab breakfast. My go-to is orange juice and Honey Nut Cheerios. Then I make a to-do list for my day and read up on recent news in the marketing/advertising industry.10 AM to 12 PMMy typical morning consists of checking in with my manager to see what the top priorities are for our team. I follow up on the projects I have going on at that time. It coul d range anywhere from working on an internal team event, creating a deck for our team meeting, orchestrating a client event, putting together a research brief for an upcoming meeting, etc. Theres no typical week, but thats what keeps it interesting.For anyone interested in being in my shoes one day - invest in yourself emotionally, physically, financially, spiritually and intellectually.In the words ofone of my favorite motivational speakers Lisa Nichols, Today choose to be all of you, not hold anything back, not compromise by trying to fit in, to not minimize your greatness so that others are comfortable in your presence Do you. Stand in your authenticityBe intentional, and take actions that bring you closer to being the best version of yourself.This article was originally posted onSwirled.comin the Thrive section, which covers valuablecareer and personal finance contentfor millennials.

Free Webinar Increase Your Online Recruiting Effectiveness

Free Webinar Increase Your Online Recruiting EffectivenessFree Webinar Increase Your Online Recruiting EffectivenessSimply Hired is hosting a webinar this February, with featured speakers from Forrester Research, Inc.Candidate recruiting is experiencing massive changes. Your organization needs the resources to work effectively in this new age of recruiting.Join guest speakers from Forrester Research Claire Schooley, Principal Analyst, and Luke Tarbi, Senior Consultant, Total Economic Impact, as they discuss the new job seeker of the 21stcentury, recent developments in eRecruitment technology, and the financial impact of incorporating Simply Hired into a hiring campaign.Webinar attendees will receive a complimentary copy of The Total Economic Impact of Simply Hired, a commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of Simply Hired, and learn howOngoing technology innovation delivers ongoing performance improvements at no extra cost and with no development costs incurre d by the client.Users gain visibility and control to make adjustments throughout the course of a hiring campaign, resulting in flexibility unavailable through traditional job boards and more efficient time-to-fill job openings.Dedicated Simply Hired client service experts optimize job listings and bid prices to help clients save additional expense with no incremental fees.Date Thursday, February 27, 2014?Time1000 a.m. PST (100 p.m. EST)Register Today?Cant make it?Registerto receive the event materials.

Grant Writer Resume Tips & Guide

Grant Writer Resume Tips & Guide The Advantages of Grant Writer Resume You may have heard that a thriving writer resume must fit on a single page A4 paper size. When you submit an application for a grant writing position, its important to include both obvious resume headings and extra kinds of relevant experience. If you do list your references, be sure tove checked and double-checked they will offer you a superior review and that theyll be accessible by phone or email. It can be crucial to be in a position to make the appropriate format for the resume youre making. The Benefits of Grant Writer Resume You are likely to obtain a professionally written CV that could enhance your career chances. As a new Barefoot Writer, there are lots of writing opportunities that are available to you. You will receive perfectly optimized resumes and youll make your day-to-day life simpler Skills-based resumes may also enable you to combine related work and other experience during the skill s-based headings. Definitions of Grant Writer Resume An actual professional will allow you to create the ideal portfolio that could assist you in getting the job that youve always dreamt of. Alas, many job seekers become overwhelmed before they even begin. Whether you love or hate your work, you can discover the chance to pursue new opportunities everywhere. Job opportunities, particularly for applicants with technical abilities, are anticipated to be good. The Benefits of Grant Writer Resume Your manuscript submission should stick to a typical manuscript format. A Job Letter of Recommendation is an official letter that plans to advertise the candidate into the potential employer. Thus, a strong recommendation letter is vital. Getting familiar with the industry you are going to be working in can help you produce successful grant proposals. Hopefully, all of your hard work will lead you to find the grant thats ideal for you A grant proposal writer wouldnt only write grant proposals but in addition offer support to his customers to boost their probability of getting their grants approved. It is a tool nonprofits use to address important issues within their communities. It can save you financially, give you funds for an appropriate need, and fruchtwein importantly, it will allow you to continue to write. After youve selected the most suitable grant, its time to start your proposal. The Fundamentals of Grant Writer Resume Revealed For instance, a grant to begin a homeless shelter might call for quarterly reports on the amount of individuals who received shelter and follow-up services. Dont ask for a decrease number in hopes that it is going to become your ticket to funding. If you own a college education, omit details about high school. A history of employment indicates to a possible employer which you are, in reality, employable. Grant Writer Resume - Is it a Scam? If your work involves social media, you can incorporate the links to other so cial networking accounts like Twitter, Instagram, and so on. The guidelines are rather open-ended, which is great news for writers who need to use the funds for a number of expert development requirements. If youre attempting and need help with the personal problems, like the next issues detailed on our site, we wish to assist you. Lies Youve Been Told About Grant Writer Resume Remember that as soon as you get the grant, you and your coworkers will need to finish the objectives. If a more specific or private recommendation is needed please dont be afraid to get in contact with me. You will need to do the interim report and funders wish to realize that you are making strides to accomplishing your targets. If your request is particularly sizeable you might look at providing proof which other organizations or individuals have financially invested in your undertaking. Have a general idea of how much youre expecting to receive. Finding a few things organized before you get starte d placing your thoughts on paper will go a very long way to strengthen your process. The one thing I can gather is maybe the writer is crucial to getting a fantastic outcome. In an identical way as selling yourself, if youre planning to be a writer for some company, then distributions-mix in skills that you believe can help you get the job instead of just place everything youre good at. If youre a really valuable worker, your employer will make an effort to work something out. For proven suggestions on how to compose the ideal writer resume, continue reading The 5-Minute Rule for Grant Writer Resume Share the questions that you may have about the work move with your boss. The medical writer ought to have a crystal clear comprehension of the healthcare concepts and ideas, and be in a position to present the data and its interpretation in how the target audience will understand. The selected candidate will be receptive to criticism of their written text and can integrate edits from several sources. One of the absolute most important and intimidating actions in the work search method is writing a solid resume that gets the attention you need and need. Most employers expect a minimum of two decades of grant writing experience. Experienced grant writers also might decide to get certification, which demonstrates a degree of proficiency and might enhance their employment choices. At the very least, you should have an excellent recommendation that you may use for other employment opportunities. For that reason, its highly advisable that you attend trainings, seminars and workshops that concentrate on improving grant proposal writing skills.

From An Intuit Recruiter

From An Intuit Recruiter We need gender neutral dress codes in the workplace. If you dont yet agree with that statement, look no farther than a 55-page presentation given to women executives at Ernst Young in a June 2018 training. pThe presentation, which made headlines last month when an offended participant from Forbes/a Employees should dress in business casual attire, which could include casual slacks and skirts, collared shirts, blouses, or sweaters. Inappropriate attire includes sportswear, jeans, and unkempt clothing, among other options. Please exercise good judgment.pFor business formal workplaces, you could use the following Traditional business attire, including dresses, suits, and pantsuits, is required for external meetings with clients or prospects. Employees should use discretion on other occasions and are expected to demonstrate good judgment. pAnd for casual workplaces, which are on the rise from The Balance/a Dress comfortably for work, but please do not wear anything that could offend your coworkers or make them feel uncomfortable. That includes clothing with profanity, hate speech, or exclusionary language. Your clothing, while casual, should show common sense and professionalism.pNo matter the level of formality your dress code needs to define, make sure youre thinking from the perspective of all employeescurrent as well as futureand creating an environment where they can thrive.p----pstrongWant to share these tips with your company? /strongShow them this handy one-page guide on creating a gender neutral dress code p class=shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image img frhzeitlich=Gender Neutral Dress Code Guide class=rm-shortcode data-rm-shortcode-id=UGVL4K1574631551 data-rm-shortcode-name=rebelmouse-image data-runner-src=https//assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMjEwMDE3Ni9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTU3NDc2NjEyMX0.5ak get5uOA_9aHMcPUxY1YM_Zn2w2Yhcj7m_HSCqg7I/img.jpg?width=980 id=a14b6 type=lazy-image/ pbr/

US Army Cannon Crewmember (13B) Job Description

US Army Cannon Crewmember (13B) Job DescriptionUS Army Cannon Crewmember (13B) Job DescriptionA cannon crewmember is an important contributor to the Armys success on the battlefield. Artillery teams are used to support infantry and tank units in combat, but also have responsibilities during peacetime. Cannon crewmembers work on cannons known as howitzers, a heavy artillery machine piece with single-barrel firing capability. Duties of Cannon Crewmembers (13B) Cannon crewmembers perform the following duties Operate high technology cannon artillery weapon systems.Load and fire howitzers.Set fuses and charges on a variety of munitions, including high explosive artillery rounds, laser-guided projectiles, scatterable mines, and rocket assisted projectiles.Use computer-generated fire direction data to set elevation of cannon tubes for loading and firing.Employ rifles, machine guns,grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.Drive and operate heavy and light wheel ed trucks and tracked vehicles. Transport and manage artillery ammunition.Participate in reconnaissance operations to include security operations and position preparation.Operate in reduced visibility environments with infrared and starlight enhancing night vision devices and other equipment.Coordinate movements into position.Camouflage position areas.Communicate using voice and digital wire and radio equipment.Use critical combat survival skills to operate in a hostile environment.Maintain operational readiness of vehicles and equipment. Supervise handling, transportation, accountability, and distribution of ammunition.Assist section chief in supervision of howitzer operations, maintenance, and training.Lay weapons for direction, conducting bore sighting and basic periodic tests.Supervise the operation, loading, and maintenance of the Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle. Training Required for Cannon Crewmembers Job training for a cannon crewmember requires ten weeks of B asic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions.Instruction includes basic soldier skills and critical combat survival skills duties of a soldier in a field artillery howitzer section, identification of howitzers, and techniques of handling ammunition, setting fuzes, preparing charges, loading, and firing howitzers and maintenance and communications training. Some of the skills youll learn are Calculating targets manually and electronicallyHandling ammunitionOperating gun systemsArtillery tactics and battle strategy Qualifications and Requirements ASVAB Score93 in aptitude area Field Artillery (FA)Security ClearanceNoneStrength RequirementVery heavyPhysical Profile Requirement222221 Candidates for MOS 13B must also satisfy the following requirements Color discrimination of red/green. Similar Civilian Occupations There is no c ivilian occupation that is directly equivalent to MOS 13B. However, the following civilian occupations make use of the skills developed through MOS 13B training and experience. Bus drivers, transit, and intercityBus and truck mechanics and selbstznder engine specialistsBusiness operations specialistsData entry keyersFirst-line supervisors/managers of protective service workersFirst-line supervisors/managers of transportation and material-moving machine and vehicle operatorsMobile heavy equipment mechanics, except enginesTraining and development specialists Options for Job Recruitment after the Army After serving in the Army as a cannon crewmember, you may be eligible for civilian employment by enrolling in theArmy PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experience and trained Veterans to join their organization. Organizations that participate in the PaYS program and actively seek skilled Veterans as employees include ATT, Inc.Hewlett-Packard CompanyKraft Foods Global, Inc.Sears Holdings CorporationTime Customer Service, Inc.Walgreen Co.

5 Ways to Maintain Your Sanity When Youre Out of Work

5 Ways to Maintain Your Sanity When Youre Out of Work5 Ways to Maintain Your Sanity When Youre Out of Work Whether you quit your job without another one lined up or got laid off unexpectedly, being out of work is a tough pill to swallow. Not only can it constitute a major financial strain, but it can also wreck your self-esteem and send your stress levels skyrocketing. If youre without a job, here are a few things you can do to make the situation more manageable while you look for work.Not having a job to report to gives you a prime opportunity to invest some time into boosting your skills, so if theres a course youve always wanted to take or a certification youve been meaning to pursue, nows your chance to get it done. Taking steps to further your career will help you make good use of your time while youre unemployed, and itll also make for a more appealing resume to aid in your job search.Being cooped up at home looking for work can get depressing when youve been at it for a while. So rather than hibernate inside with your laptop, get mobile. Set up shop at a local coffeehouse, or plant yourself on a park bench for several hours while you work on cover letters . Being out and about will make for a less isolating experience, and thatll help keep you motivated when your search is getting you down.Sometimes, getting a job isnt about what you know, but who you know. Even if youre not in a great place mentally as a result of being out of work, you should still make an effort to meet your old associates for lunch and pick up the phone to call those business contacts you havent spoken to in quite some time. You never know when someone in your network might have an opening thats perfect for you, so even if your self-esteem has been taking a beating, it pays to push yourself to be as social and communicative as possible.When youre stuck in a jobless situation, and your search is going nowhere, its easy enough to hit a low. So, why not spend some of you r newfound time helping others? Volunteering is a great way to occupy your days in a meaningful fashion and feel good about yourself in the process. And as an added bonus, the volunteer work you do might make a great addition to your resume , thereby increasing your chances of getting hired.Maybe youd rather not take a part-time job because you want the flexibility to go on interviews and focus on landing a permanent role. But that doesnt mean you cant be your own boss while you look for work. If theres a hobby you enjoy with money-making potential , you might as well take the opportunity to earn a little side cash. Having that extra money will relieve some of the anxiety you might be experiencing as a result of missing your steady paycheck, which will help make your jobless period less painful on a whole.Being out of work isnt easy, so be kind to yourself when you land in that situation. Remember, youre going to find a job eventually, and until you do, you might as well make the mo st of the free time you have on your hands, even though youd rather not have it in the first place.This article was originally published on The Motley Fool . It is reprinted with permission.

Essential Career Book How to Win Friends and Influence People

Essential Career Book How to Win Friends and Influence PeopleEssential Career Book How to Win Friends and Influence PeopleWith hundreds of business books published every year, its easy to get overwhelmed by the latest and greatest book that might just hold the key to your career success. But what if the onslaught of new releases is distracting you from a classic career book youre missing out on?In an effort to make sure our younger readers dont miss out on famous and life-changing reads from before your time, wed like to share some essential career books you cant afford to miss. Over the next few months well introduce the titles that established the industry of partieal growth and career success.The first book well read is Dale Carnegies How to Win Friends and Influence People, first published in 1936. While written in an old fashioned voice, this classic self-help book provides incredible insight into understanding other people and creating long-lasting, mutually-beneficial relation ships with them. As you read the book (or to inspire you to read the book), consider these three important lessons from Carnegie that can help you win friends and influence people People are important, so make them feel that way.In a digital, virtual and email-heavy kind of world, its easy to forget how important people are for your personal growth. However, whom you meet and whom you befriend has a huge effect on your career and earning power over your lifetime. As you gain proficiency in your field and take on new jobs youll meet a wide range of people, Carnegie emphasizes that the key to all human relationships is understanding that we all want to feel important, remembered and helpful. We all also play an important role in helping others feel that way so what you do and say early on in a conversation and in a relationship matters a great deal.Career Tip 1 The people in your life and in your workplace now are very important. Think of what you can do to help others feel important. People like people who appreciate their interests. When you start a relationship youre a blank slate meeting a blank slate. The best way to get started is to focus on what the person youre speaking with finds interesting and agreeable. Once you get to this common ground or get to this, Yes, youll find that the other persons interest will help them be interested in you. From this mutual place of agreement, a real relationship can grow.The common holdback at this point in a relationship is to be too consumed with your own opinion, your own interests or your desire to correct someone or win them to your side without hearing them out first. Its important to understand that until someone feels that you truly understand them or are willing to consider their side, they will never be moved to hear you out or consider your side. Career Tip 2 Start with the other persons interests and build familiarity from there. Dont start with your own agenda in mind seek first to understand. Never argue, always discuss. We like to think that the most convincing or detailed argument wins and that there is a clear right and wrong answer, and anyone with the wrong answer should admit it. However, Carnegie provides a lot of anecdotes that show how argument never successfully changes anyones mind. In fact, he coined the phrase, A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still. Arguments and disagreements are bound to come up. However, the most successful communicator will approach these differences from a friendly, discussion-focused position rather than an argumentative one. Its only patient, friendly discussion that allows people to put their walls down and truly consider a different viewpoint.Career Tip 3 If you start at two opposite positions, youll end there, too. Get them saying Yes as soon as possible to find common ground.These are only three great points from a book bursting with insights and examples. Have you read this classic book? Share with us your favorite qu otes and thoughts on how this book can change your career