Are you thinking a job as an aircraft mechanic would fulfill your life goal and provide you and your family with a sustainable income? Today I have with me, James Spearman, a mechanic who is passionate about his job to discuss his journey and how you can start or continue your path toward a career as an aircraft mechanic in 2024!

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Talking Points:

  • Why did James become a mechanic?
  • What job opportunities are available?
  • Pay.
  • The military vs civilian route.
  • Why James loves his job.
  • What you can do to better prepare to become an aircraft mechanic and what steps you can take today?

 

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Link’s Mentioned In the Podcast:

https://www.spearmanaircraft.com/

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm

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Are you transitioning from active duty to a civilian career but don’t know where to turn? Well, there is a program with people who can help you named the DoD SkillBridge. The program is designed to support transitioning service members to career job training opportunities and Dave Schantz is here to help us understand how the program can help you.

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Talking Points:

What is the DoD SkillBridge program and its purpose?
Who’s eligible to participate?
What’s the individual Branch process for service members to request permission to participate?
How & where to find approved companies and opportunities, and how do I cast a wide net?
How do you network and narrow down your decision to the best company?
What was Dave’s SkillBridge experience?
What tips & ideas should service members consider using to increase their chances of having their SkillBridge request approved by their CO?
When should service members apply to company SkillBridge opportunities?
How can a service member participate in a SkillBridge opportunity with an organization that’s not approved?
How does SkillBridge, Leave, and Terminal Leave work?
How do SkillBridge and the VA claims process work together?

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ACP379 Leapfrog To The Legacies

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ACP378 12 Actions To Take During A Hiring Slowdown In 2024

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ACP377 10 Items To Buy With Your Amazon Gift Card That Will Help Your Career

January 4, 2024

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