What is your military affiliation? James recently transitioned from the U.S. Army as an Army Logistics Officer
What is your current role? James is the US Control Tower Program Manager for IBM. Taking part in IBM’s Service Supply Chain with a great team of people!
What was the most challenging aspect of your career search as a Transitioning Service Member:
Dealing with constant rejection and preparing for life outside of the Army. It must be said that making a transition during COVID is extremely stressful, but learning to branch out, improve myself, and network with great people propelled me through the transition.
What advice would you give your fellow Transitioning Service Members?
The first point, get ready to deal with rejection. Be patient and know why you get out of bed every morning.
Then like a tree branch out, meet people, and build a network of people who want the best for you. People want to help and programs like NC4ME got your back! If you are an introvert, don’t make conversation with the entire room or zoom call, meet one person and get to know them.