The Hunter - December 2020

In This Issue

Orion Talent Recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Recipient

How to Stay Motivated in Your Job Search

Why ‘Zoom Fatigue’ Might Be Hurting Your Interviews

How to Overcome Military Transition Obstacles in the Workplace

VA Refinance Loan FAQ with Mutual of Omaha Mortgage

Exclusive Opportunities Through Orion

According to Your Peers

Career Success with Orion

Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Upcoming Hiring Conferences

Join the Orion Team

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Companies Recently Hiring

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Orion Talent Recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Recipient

The U.S. Department of Labor recognized Orion Talent as a Gold Medallion recipient of the 2020 HIRE Vets Medallion Program Award during a live stream ceremony hosted by Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia at the Department's headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Signed into law in May 2017 by President Donald J. Trump, the HIRE Vets Medallion is the only federal-level veterans’ employment award that recognizes a company or organization’s commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. This is the second year that Orion Talent has received this prestigious recognition.

How to Stay Motivated in Your Job Search

Is there such a thing as job search fatigue? Turns out there is - many people are experiencing this phenomenon right now, especially since there is an increased number of those unemployed for longer periods due to the ongoing pandemic. If you are finding yourself unable to focus, having feelings of tiredness, and lacking motivation during the job search process, read on for how to stay motivated by establishing healthy boundaries, setting goals, and really refining your career search.

The most important thing you can do to stay motivated in your job search is to establish a healthy work/life balance, just as you would if you were currently working. Think of your job search efforts as your full-time job. Try to keep a routine that is similar to a regular job and devote set “working” hours to the job search. These hours do not have to be a typical 9am-5pm day! Be honest with yourself and when you are at your best, and set aside that time to devote to the job search. 

While your end goal is to find a new career, it is important to set goals along the way to stay motivated while you are searching. Set smaller goals each day that are feasible to attain. For example, this might look like applying to two jobs, networking with a few people on LinkedIn, and attending a webinar in the field that you are interested in. These goals will help give you a starting point for each day so that you don’t feel overwhelmed with the process. Of course, you can do more than three goals, but a few simple ones each day will give you the motivation you need to propel you even further. 

Lastly, stay motivated in your job search by refining your career choices. This helps make the process more productive. By targeting your search and really refining your application, you have a better chance of getting an interview than if you applied for many different jobs. Be strategic and selective with the positions that you are applying for, even if it seems counterintuitive. 

In our podcast “Everything you Need to Know about Preparing for the Interview Process,” Brian Henry, former Marine Corps Officer and current Senior Vice President of Operations at Orion, recommends “researching yourself.” List out any skills, strengths, and experiences that you feel are valuable to a potential employer. This serves two main purposes - it prepares you for handling interview questions, and also reveals what area you should focus on as a career path. You can then use these ideas to really narrow down your job search.

The job search process does not have to be a dreaded task, and one that leaves you burned out. A few simple tweaks to your mindset and habits can leave you with a lasting, positive experience, and one that will help you achieve a solid career. 

If you are transitioning from the military or are a veteran looking for a new career, we offer a robust transition resources guide to help make your job search easier. If you are ready to start a new career, register on our website to speak with a Recruiter.

Why ‘Zoom Fatigue’ Might Be Hurting Your Interviews

The pandemic has arguably changed the landscape of the hiring process, most notably in the interview stage. Videoconferencing has evolved from a “nice to have” tool to now being the only means of communication between job seekers and employers. Most notable among the videoconferencing sphere is Zoom, a teleconferencing platform designed to help bridge the gap between job seekers, hiring managers, teachers, students, and even doctors and patients.

With the majority of our time spent interacting with others done primarily through videoconferencing, a new psychological problem has emerged - ‘Zoom fatigue.’ Many people are finding that Zoom calls are leaving them unnaturally tired than they would normally be at the end of a workday or an interview. 

This is because your brain has to work harder to pick up on social cues and also process different factors of the conversation that would normally be easier in person. While this may seem that virtual interviews will leave you at a disadvantage, there are simple ways that you can combat these feelings of lethargy, stay alert, and give a stellar interview.

If you’re in a Zoom fatigue rut and are faced with multiple interviews, the easiest thing you can do is to stop multitasking during calls. This helps your brain to focus on the conversation. If you have multiple interviews in one day, avoid scheduling them back to back to allow yourself time to reset, focus, and refresh, if you can. You can also hide the image of yourself to avoid distractions and to help focus entirely on the interviewer. 

In addition to these suggestions, Orion has put together a comprehensive virtual interview guide with tips and tricks to help you find your next career. Check it out to discover success stories, listen to our podcast on how to ace your virtual interview, and find out what companies are currently hiring virtually. Get started now.

How to Overcome Military Transition Obstacles in the Workplace

Transitioning from the military can be overwhelming, daunting, and hard to know where to start. Add to that the current global health crisis, and it is especially difficult to navigate a military to civilian transition. After getting over the hurdle of choosing a career, one of the major obstacles that transitioning military and veterans face is how to navigate office culture, from learning how to communicate with co-workers and managers, networking, and setting your own goals.

One of the first lessons in transitioning from the military and entering the corporate workplace is learning how to communicate with fellow co-workers and managers. While the military relies heavily on rank to set the tone for communication, it is not the same in the corporate world. It is important to learn how to speak to others without relying on a co-worker’s job description to set the tone. 

In addition, many military veterans struggle with communicating in a professional way that is not so rough or direct. As a veteran, it is important to understand that the military culture that has become second nature is not always welcomed in the civilian workplace setting. Learning how to be patient and checking language and tone will help create a positive work environment and allow you to be successful.

Networking is another important skill that helps transitioning military and veterans gain success in the civilian world. While networking can help you find a job, in the workplace it can help to solidify relationships and endears you to others, in turn helping you work more effectively.

In the military, having objectives laid out for you was commonplace, but in the corporate world, more often than not the onus is on you personally to set goals and keep track of your tasks and responsibilities. By setting goals, completing tasks and staying organized, you’ll show not only good work ethic but also your own resourcefulness and drive.

Navigating the corporate workplace does not have to be daunting. It is important to know that there are differences between the military world and the corporate world, and to understand how to respond to those differences. Learning to communicate effectively, network, and handle responsibilities is an important step in easing into the civilian workplace. 

Orion is here to help make your transition as smooth as possible. Visit our transition corner for resources, listen to our podcast, and register to speak with a Recruiter to get started with your military transition today.

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Podcast Series for Job Seekers

Have you tuned in to From the Battlefield to the Boardroom, our podcast series dedicated to supporting military job seekers? We have a variety of episodes covering everything from the civilian transition process to valuable insights and guidance from other Veterans and business leaders.

We've recently added new podcasts, including:

132. Land Your Dream Job With a FREE Professional Video from Mission Hire Me

131. Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Purpose with USAF Veteran and President/CEO

130. Closing the Skills Gap, with Army Veteran and Founder of STRAC Institute

129. Where is Yours Made?" Ft. Army Veteran and CEO

128. Inside Look at Franchise Ownership with Army Veteran Turned Franchise Consultant

127. Best-Selling Author Shares "Signs of a Great Resume"

If you are ready to enter the interview process, visit our Interview Essentials page to sharpen your interview skills!

Visit us online to listen to all the episodes, and explore our new podcast categories on each stage of the transition process. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast platform or RSS feed, to automatically receive new episodes as they are released.

We'd love to feature your questions in our upcoming episodes. If you have any questions you'd like to hear us answer, click below to email us!

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Join the Orion Team

Account Executive Careers with Orion 

Orion Talent is currently seeking transitioning or former military officers with a strong record of achievement to join our Sales Team as an Account Executive. We are hiring for our San Diego, CA and Virginia Beach, VA offices.

As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for identifying and working closely with America's leading companies in order for them to hire transitioning military veterans and develop smarter hiring programs. Average total first year income for Account Executives is $80K+, with a goal of $100K+ in your second year and beyond. 

To qualify, you should have military experience, a Bachelors degree, and a desire to succeed in sales. You do not need prior sales experience, as we will provide you the training, tools and resources needed to succeed.

Visit our Account Executive Careers with Orion Talent page to learn more about working at Orion, including a video, podcast, and webinar on our Account Executive positions. 

If you're looking for a quick way to introduce yourself, please send an email that includes your resume to Isabel Jessee.   

Earn $100 for Every Referral that Finds their Career through Orion

Did you know that Orion candidates earned $7,500 in referral bonuses through the third quarter of 2020?

For every job seeker you refer to us who is subsequently hired through Orion, you'll receive a $100 gift card to a retailer of your choice after they reach 90 days on the new job!

It's simple - just click here to refer a friend. 30 seconds of your time could be $100 in your pocket!

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