Tom Wolfe

Columbia University (NYC) and UC San Diego are both well known for their Centers for Student Veterans. I am honored that both of those prestigious universities have added my book to their recommended reading list for those student Veterans.

I am honored to be a guest speaker at the Civilian Boot Camp™Success Summit: A Virtual Event for Veterans, Spouses, and Employers. This online conference is scheduled for Monday, May 14th through Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 and is being billed as "the Veteran's event of the year."

20 successful coaches, healers, authors, and fellow veterans from the professional development and personal development worlds are coming together over 10 days to share their secrets with members of the military… Show more

I am honored to be a guest speaker at the Civilian Boot Camp™Success Summit: A Virtual Event for Veterans, Spouses, and Employers. This online conference is scheduled for Monday, May 14th through Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 and is being billed as "the Veteran's event of the year."

20 successful coaches, healers, authors, and fellow veterans from the professional development and personal development worlds are coming together over 10 days to share their secrets with members of the military veteran community. "Your veteran status you've already earned, but civilian status still has to be learned." In other words, boot camp in, boot camp out.

http://www.civilianbootcamp.com

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Just learned that my book, OUT OF UNIFORM: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition, is one of ten books on Military.com's "must read" list.

I have launched a crowd-sourced fundraising effort for the purpose of making my book available to separating military service members and veterans AT NOT COST TO THEM.

In addition to considering a personal donation, please share this link with your contacts.

http://www.gofundme.com/out-of-uniform

Thank you!

Podcast on Salary Negotiation

http://www.successvets.com/2014/10/10/tom-wolfe-salaries-when-to-negotiate-how-to-ask-mistakes-to-avoid-and-more/

http://commandyourbusiness.com/2014/05/20/episode-39-tom-wolfe-author-columnist-career-coach-navy-veteran/

I am honored to have been asked to serve on the Board of Directors of Veterans 360, a California based not-for-profit veterans service organization.

"The Veterans 360 mission is to provide young, recently-separated combat veterans with a program of support that will help them develop the professional and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in civilian life. Our goal is that through engagement, education, employment, and healing, our student-veterans will utilize what they have learned… Show more

I am honored to have been asked to serve on the Board of Directors of Veterans 360, a California based not-for-profit veterans service organization.

"The Veterans 360 mission is to provide young, recently-separated combat veterans with a program of support that will help them develop the professional and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in civilian life. Our goal is that through engagement, education, employment, and healing, our student-veterans will utilize what they have learned to manage the resources that are available to them and become better equipped to ensure a successful transition into civilian life."

Please help us accomplish our mission by donating your time, talent, or treasure.

For more information, please visit: www.vets360.org


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Tom,

I would just like to say thanks for writing Out of Uniform. I was thoroughly impressed with it. I had seen it back in October, finally ordered it in November, sat down and read it all in the last three days, and now only wish I had done all three earlier. Although I decided to separate in March of 2011, got my 214 in January of 2012 and just took a job last week reading the book reaffirmed a lot of what I went through. From the soul searching and wondering to the emotional roller… Show more

Tom,

I would just like to say thanks for writing Out of Uniform. I was thoroughly impressed with it. I had seen it back in October, finally ordered it in November, sat down and read it all in the last three days, and now only wish I had done all three earlier. Although I decided to separate in March of 2011, got my 214 in January of 2012 and just took a job last week reading the book reaffirmed a lot of what I went through. From the soul searching and wondering to the emotional roller coaster of excitement and let downs to finally waiting for the best/right opportunity and taking the plunge. I especially liked the line on the first page of the preface “I was a babe in the woods.” That’s when you had me hooked; I knew that this was probably written for me.

The book was written in such a way that keeps military members in mind, especially the reassurance that they can do this transition and letting them know that they are challenged by not knowing what industries and jobs are out there for them, but that they must meet the challenge and educate themselves. It gave a great overview of a lot of key information without getting so in the weeds that a military member would get lost with all the foreign ideas. I think everything was right on point, with the right amount of coverage.

I will recommend the book to anyone that I know is transitioning out, even if they are just thinking about transitioning. And especially I will be sure to pass it on to the guys that I know are struggling right now with the separation date looming wondering where to start. The book should be given out at every TAP class to every military member. They deserve better than what they are currently getting; this book has the power to do that.

I only wish that it came out in 2010, I would have felt way ahead.

Thanks again and best wishes for continued success.

Sincerely,

LT John Donovan
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Tom,
Your book is amazing. I especially liked chapter 49, which had a list of questions to ask (why is this position available? who will my supervisor be?), and explained the importance of asking the right questions. The salary negotiation tips in one of the later chapters are also spot on. I think every service member transitioning out of the military should be REQUIRED to read this book - there's no question that it's head and shoulders much better quality than any books currently… Show more

Tom,
Your book is amazing. I especially liked chapter 49, which had a list of questions to ask (why is this position available? who will my supervisor be?), and explained the importance of asking the right questions. The salary negotiation tips in one of the later chapters are also spot on. I think every service member transitioning out of the military should be REQUIRED to read this book - there's no question that it's head and shoulders much better quality than any books currently recommended by ACAP resource centers. I think you've got a great volume of knowledge contained in your work and that it should definitely be shared with others. Let me know however I can help you, I think your book is awesome and I wish I had access to it years ago when I transitioned to the civilian job market!
-Pat
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I am pleased to announce that a Fortune 150 financial services company has selected my book Out of Uniform, a military-to-civilian career transition guide, for their Careers for Veterans initiative. Their military recruiting team placed the largest bulk order for the book to date and they distribute it to key candidates when attending career conferences and recruiting events

http://www.successvets.com/podcasts/tomwolfe/

“We owe our military service members so much, including the right to compete for a job when they leave the service. Out of Uniform just might give them that competitive edge. Are you a veteran? Read it! Know a veteran? Make sure he or she has a copy!"

--Mike Krzyzewski, Head Coach, Duke University Men's Basketball, Army veteran

“With the exception of leaving civilian life for the military, no 
professional change is more cathartic or challenging than the transition out of… Show more

“We owe our military service members so much, including the right to compete for a job when they leave the service. Out of Uniform just might give them that competitive edge. Are you a veteran? Read it! Know a veteran? Make sure he or she has a copy!"

--Mike Krzyzewski, Head Coach, Duke University Men's Basketball, Army veteran

“With the exception of leaving civilian life for the military, no 
professional change is more cathartic or challenging than the transition out of uniform. Key for success is preparation, both mental and emotional. Tom Wolfe provides the indispensable guide to help you both prepare and succeed.”

--Lt. Gen. Dan Christman, USA (ret), Former Superintendent, U S Military Academy

"Tom has done a superb job of relating job search experiences and has created a tremendous resource for those leaving military service, as well as providing valuable tools that can be used throughout one's career. The book is full of practical guides for the entire job search and is a valuable reference to have on the shelf."

--John Welch, President and CEO, USEC, Inc, Navy veteran

“In Out of Uniform, Tom Wolfe has leveraged his years of experience to create a clear road map to navigate the complex and challenging world of the corporate selection process. As a military veteran myself and one who has spent twenty-five years interviewing candidates, this content would have been a valuable resource for me when beginning my transition from the service.”

--Bob Ravener, EVP and Chief People Officer, Dollar General Corporation, Navy veteran

"Everyone leaving military service needs to read Out of Uniform It is filled with excellent advice, practical guidance, insightful stories, and tricks-of-the-trade. Although Tom has written this book to assist veterans, most of the content is equally appropriate and valuable to anyone who is in career transition and job hunting."

--Cdr. Lou Terhar, USN (ret.), former President & CEO, Indian Motorcycle Company


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