So You've Signed Off... Now What?

Not sure where to start your civilian job search?

Beginning the transition from military service to civilian employment can feel overwhelming. With so many options, conflicting advice and unfamiliar processes, knowing where to start is often the biggest challenge.

In this episode of From Combat Boots to Business Suits, Jane Burns sits down with George Mackey, who takes listeners right back to resettlement basics and shares his practical framework for launching a successful job search.

Drawing on his own transition experience and lessons learned along the way, George introduces his O.N.W.A.R.D.S. approach—a simple seven-step guide designed to help service leavers build confidence, focus their efforts and move forward with purpose.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to start your civilian job search with confidence
• The key steps every service leaver should take during resettlement
• Common mistakes that can slow down your transition
• How to identify career opportunities that suit your skills
• Why planning and preparation are critical to success
• George's practical O.N.W.A.R.D.S. framework for moving forward

Whether you're months from leaving the Armed Forces or have recently begun your transition journey, this episode provides practical advice to help you take the next step towards meaningful civilian employment.

Keywords: service leavers, military transition, resettlement, civilian job search, veteran employment, careers after the military, Armed Forces careers, military skills, career planning, veteran careers, employment support, life after service.