From Range to Recruitment: How Marksmanship Principles Can Improve Your Military-to-Civilian Job Search

Transitioning from the military into civilian employment can feel overwhelming.
One minute you’re leaving a structured career with clear targets.
The next, you’re facing a civilian job market that can seem chaotic and hard to navigate.

But what if the skills you already have, skills drilled into you during your service, could be the key to unlocking a smoother, more successful job search?

At Demob Job, we specialise in helping military leavers like you transition into meaningful careers. Over the past 20 years, we’ve helped hundreds of ex-military personnel land civilian roles that value their experience, discipline, and skills.

One thing I’ve personally realised during this time is that the principles that make you a good marksman also make you a more effective job seeker.

Why Marksmanship Principles Matter in Your Job Search

When you were on the range, success wasn’t about luck. It was about applying four simple but powerful principles.
The same applies when you’re searching for your next role.

In my upcoming free live webinar, I’ll walk you through how to apply these principles, like building a strong foundation, targeting roles that fit you, staying focused, and fa great deal more.

This isn’t generic advice you could find anywhere.
This is practical, tested guidance drawn directly from two decades of experience recruiting for ex-military candidates—and it’s tailored for you.

What You’ll Gain From Attending

During this 45-minute live session, you’ll learn:

  • How to build a strong foundation before firing off applications.

  • Why aiming for the right opportunities increases your chances of success.

  • How clarity and focus can set you apart from other candidates.

  • The importance of follow-through in securing interviews and offers.

  • Practical tools, tips, and resources to take away and apply immediately.

Whether you’re a Royal Navy Engineer, a British Army Logistician, a RAF Technician, or from any other background, this webinar will help you sharpen your civilian job search skills.

Reserve Your Free Place Today

Spaces are limited to just 100 attendees, so if you’re serious about getting your job search right, don’t delay.

👉 [Click here to reserve your free webinar place now]

Join me on your mobile, tablet, or desktop—no special software needed.
If you want to approach your job search with the same precision and discipline that served you during your military career, this webinar is for you.

I look forward to helping you hit your next target: a great civilian career.

Adrian Cheesman (ex-Military Recruitment Expert)

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