Book excerpt: The Transitioning Combat Arms Professional is designed to help transitioning Infantry, Armor and Artillery personnel from the Army and Marine Corps, evaluate and understand their potential for transformation into a marketable commodity within the public and private sectors. The book provides unique mapping of skills and guidance for the translation of the Soldiers or Marines military experience to the commercial world. Active duty, reservist and veterans gain insight of their personal military experience, understand the value of their learned knowledge and confidently approach their transition into the civilian marketplace as professionals through application of their learned and inherent skills. Transitional knowledge is codified through the use of authoritative sources, certifying organizations, DAU and other veterans who have already successfully transitioned. This book provides a method for personal change and surviving the transition from the service into the civil service or commercial sectors. In addition to authoritative management information, The Transitioning Combat Arms Professional also contains real-world success stories, self-evaluation, personal assessments and Personal Strategic Roadmap development for a confident transition. Insight is provided for those seeking the most satisfying job beyond their military career, while simultaneously giving guidance for the newcomer to the commercial environment and associated challenges. This book is for every Combat Arms Professional, who maybe still unsure or are considering multiple occupations after the service.