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Many civilians struggle with what to wear to business-related functions, how to project their sense of style and what's fashionable.

As you move from the military into your next career in the civilian sector, knowing whom to position and promote yourself to is critical.

While civilians typically aren't boosting themselves up to be arrogant, obnoxious or to brag, it can seem that way to someone from a background that frowns on self-marketing.

Whether you're exiting the military and looking for a first job, looking for a better job or looking to keep your job, LinkedIn is a powerful positioning tool to help others learn more about you and what you offer.

To grow in your career, you need to show what you can offer in the future: This requires a clear value proposition, visibility, a network of contacts and focus on a career direction.