Scott Vedder

Expert Advisor | Facilitator & Speaker | Author | Funny Guy

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Scott Vedder is the author of Signs of a Great Résumé, a #1 best-selling résumé book on Amazon.com and the follow-up Signs of a Great Interview. He conducted over 5,000 interviews as a Fortune 100 recruiter. Scott now serves as a professional speaker, consultant and expert on résumés, interviews, and career transitions with a focus on helping military veterans succeed in the civilian workforce.

He has twice been invited to the White House including to the office of the First Lady and the White House Military Office where he presented his résumé and interview workshops. 

As a proud civilian advocate for veterans, Scott provides targeted expertise to help translate and quantify military skills into rewarding civilian jobs. After speaking with First Lady Michelle Obama and other officials at the Veterans Institute, Scott received invitations to share his insight at the Office of the First Lady and in the Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs at the Pentagon. Scott released an updated version of his original book titled Signs of a Great Résumé: Veterans Edition and Signs of a Great Interview: Veterans Edition.

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Work with Scott One-On-One in Your transition

Scott is a passionate civilian advocate for veterans.  He’s coached more than 2,500 veterans and military spouses one-on-one.  If you’re ready to get started on the next step in your career transition, book a résumé review or interview coaching session here.  Learn how to explain your military experience in terms civilians will understand.  Explore how to share your military values and moral compass by telling civilian employers, “I am a P.A.T.R.I.O.T.” 

Scott offers discounted rates for veterans, active duty service members, reservists, and military spouses.

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Scott Helps Veterans Get to Work.

Scott is passionate about helping veterans. To celebrate the launch of Signs of a Great Résumé: Veterans Edition, Scott led an Indiegogo campaign to help veterans, transitioning service members and military families get great new jobs in the civilian sector. Thanks to the generous contributions from supporters around the world, we raised enough to send 1,000 free copies of Signs of a Great Résumé: Veterans Edition! Learn more on the Indiegogo campaign site.

Check Out These Useful Resources For You:

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Veterans Employment Center

Access tools and resources designed to help Veterans and transitioning service members.
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02

Military Service Records

National Archives link to access your military service records including DD-214, NCOER, OER and OMPF.
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03

Joint Services Transcripts (JST)

Provides a description of military schooling and work history in civilian language.
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04

Veterans Preference Advisor

U.S. Department of Labor site to help determine eligibility for Veterans Preference and validate your rating.
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05

Military Spouse Preference

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) is a program  to help lessen the interruption of spouses’ careers.

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Regular Military Compensation

Knowing your RMC is a great starting place for understanding your total compensation as you determine the salary you’ll need in the civilian world to maintain your standard of living.

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CIVILIAN EMPLOYERS:

Hire veterans for the !@#$%^ skills and experience they bring to your organization. Learn more about the employer requirements and program benefits at the U.S. Department of Labor website.

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What VETS say ABOUT WORKING WITH SCOTT

I had the opportunity to connect with Scott for a one-on-one mentoring session. Looking back, that conversation was one of the most valuable investments I made in my career transition.
JakeU.S. Air Force - Public Health Operations & Talent Development
From the start, Scott created a space where I felt understood. He reassured me that my concerns are common, and that the goal isn't to "crack the code" of an ATS system--it's to build a résumé that is authentically you and clearly communicates how you can help an organization succeed.
Mary CatherineU.S. Army - Intelligence
Putting Scott's simple methods to work enabled me to dial in my resume'. I'm so thankful that my time is freed up to work on my more meaningful things.
RyanU.S. Air Force, Pararescue Jumper
Scott masterfully balanced understanding, candor, and humor to help me prepare a clear, concise resume that reflects my value to future employers.
DavidU.S. Army, Healthcare Finance / Hospital Administration
Scott's résumé advice was simple, clear, and unforgettable ...Speed & Clarity are KEY... Keep your story authentic and straightforward so hiring managers connect with you.
KristenMilitary Spouse
Scott's advice was one of a kind and truly set miles away from any resume help I've ever received. Second to none!
AmyU.S. Air Force, Information Technology
Besides being ridiculously entertaining, he made such valid points about resume writing and general professionalism.
DanU.S. Army, Human Resources / Food Service Specialist
Scott's feedback was a masterclass in professional humility. When you’ve had a long military career, your ego wants to tell the whole story. But Scott reminded me of a brutal truth: Hiring managers don't have time for the whole story. They need the relevant story.
KyleU.S. Army - Information Technology Operations & Assistant Professor
Scott’s approach to translating experience into impact was eye‑opening. After 20 years in uniform, I’ve written more bullets and reports than I can count — but [Scott's résumé workshop] showed me how to turn that experience into a clear, compelling narrative for the civilian world. Insightful, practical, and honestly transformative.
MichaelU.S. Air Force - Inspector General
What stood out most was Scott's willingness to truly listen - not just to my experience, but to my story, my values, and what matters most for my family. Instead of offering scripted advice or generic negotiation tactics, the conversation focused on understanding my goals, priorities, and comfort level when navigating opportunities.
JasonU.S. Navy, Intelligence
The resume building process can be difficult (especially when you've not had the need for one). Getting help from peers and experts like Scott can be beneficial and can lead to a resume that is worthy of submission with job applications.
SueannU.S. Army - Environmental Health Services

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