You have to translate the value of your military background and experience to how it meets their specific needs.

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So YES, use this as a springboard to talk about your personal background AND weave in your professional accomplishments and value.

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"It was a fundamental part of her image - emphasising the value of hard work, her background as a grocer's daughter, " says Prof Toye.

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S. military background how to speak the language of the military and military procurement programs so that they can add value much more quickly with our Department of Defense customers.

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