From Military Service to Civilian Success, the Army's 250th Birthday Parade, Escaping the One-Job Trap, and the FourBlock Mentoring Program
This Week on Hiring America
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This week’s newsletter is all about transformation—how bold decisions, the right education, and strategic career moves can unlock new chapters of success. You'll meet National University alumnus and Navy veteran Rico Macaraeg, whose inspiring journey from 9/11 recruit to Lamborghini marketing leader and thriving entrepreneur is a masterclass in reinvention. We’ll also dive into the realities of the civilian job market and why continuing education might be the edge you need. Plus, discover expert job search tips from the founder of FourBlock, reflect on the Army’s legacy with a look at its 250th birthday celebration, and learn how to break free from the one-job mindset holding you back. Whether you’re transitioning, reinventing, or just exploring your next move—there’s something in here for you.
National University Alumnus Rico Macaraeg's Journey From The Military To Entrepreneurial Success
What does it take to go from enlisting after 9/11 to leading marketing for Lamborghini and building a thriving business empire? For Navy veteran Rico Marg, it all began with a bold choice — earning his bachelor’s degree from National University. In this inspiring video, Rico shares his path from military service to civilian success, opening up about the challenges of transition and the role education played in his reinvention. His journey — from leading marketing at Audi and Lamborghini to launching a portfolio of wellness-focused franchises — is a powerful lesson in resilience, leadership, and lifelong learning. See how a degree in Organizational Leadership and Development became the catalyst for building high-performing teams, creating impact, and giving back to the community.
Could More Education Help Secure Your Post-Military Job?
The civilian job market is competitive—and even with your military experience and impressive skill set, landing a meaningful role in the private sector can be a challenge. You're often up against candidates who didn’t step away to serve but instead spent years advancing in their field, building strong networks, earning degrees, and gaining industry-specific certifications.
Here’s Everything Headed to DC for the Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
As the Army gears up for its 250th birthday parade, millions of pounds of military equipment are being transported into Washington, D.C. The event aims to showcase the Army’s history, featuring uniforms and gear spanning from the Revolutionary War to modern times, according to Col. Chris Vitale, who is helping lead the Army birthday week planning.
How To Escape The One-Job Trap In 30 Days
It might be tough to hear, but if you're still depending on a single job to shape your career and ensure your future, you're heading for a dangerous crossroads.
USAA Tip: New Job Search ft. FourBlock
Marine Corps veteran and founder of the FourBlock mentoring program shares expert advice for launching a successful job search.
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National University Alumnus Rico Macaraeg's Journey From The Military To Entrepreneurial Success
What does it take to go from a 9/11 Navy recruit to Head of Marketing at Lamborghini and a thriving entrepreneur? For Rico Macaraeg, it all started with a powerful decision — earning a bachelor’s degree from National University. In this inspiring video, Navy veteran Rico shares his journey of reinvention after military service, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and how National University became his launchpad to success. From leading elite marketing teams at Audi and Lamborghini to building a portfolio of wellness-focused franchise businesses, Rico’s story is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and the power of education. Discover how a degree in Organizational Leadership and Development helped Rico unlock new opportunities, build high-performance teams, and give back to the communities he serves.
Could More Education Help Secure Your Post-Military Job?
The civilian job market is tight. With all your military experience and skills listed on your resume, it still might not be enough to secure a meaningful position in the private sector. You're competing against candidates who did not take time to serve in the military but offer deep experience in their chosen career field -- and they may bring vast networks of helpful contacts as well as advanced degrees and certifications.
Here’s Everything Headed to DC for the Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
As the Army prepares for its 250th birthday parade, the service is hauling in millions of pounds worth of military equipment into Washington, D.C. The parade is designed to tell the history of the service, highlighting uniforms and equipment that date back to the Revolutionary War up until the present day, Col. Chris Vitale, an officer in charge of Army birthday week planning, told reporters in May.
How To Escape The One-Job Trap In 30 Days
This is something that might be hard to hear: if you're still relying on one job to define your career and secure your future, you're walking toward a cliff.
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USAA Tip: New Job Search ft. FourBlock
Marine Corps veteran and founder of mentoring program FourBlock provides tips on how to start a new job search.This issue was originally sent on June 13, 2025. View the original email.