Mike sanders books
Mike Sanders Books
Books About Life
Welcome to Mike Sanders Books, where practical experience becomes practical advice. Many of Mike’s books draw on his years of experience in the U.S. Navy and are designed to help recruits, service members, veterans, and their families better understand and navigate military life. Topics range from preparing for basic training to succeeding during a first enlistment and planning for the future. The collection also includes books by his wife, Paula Sanders, written especially for mothers whose sons or daughters have joined the military. Together, their books offer straightforward information, encouragement, and guidance for anyone in the military or graduating as an engineer.
Military Life Hacks
Smart Hacks for Service Members & Families
Military Life Hacks is your all-in-one field guide to navigating the unique demands of military service—with less stress, more success, and greater confidence. Whether you’re a service member, spouse, or parent, this book equips you with over 300 pages of practical hacks, checklists, tips, and real-life strategies to make each stage of military life easier, smarter, and more rewarding.
Preparing for Military Basic Training
Your Complete Guide
Boot camp is a life-changing journey that requires thoughtful planning and an understanding of what lies ahead. Preparing for Military Basic Training provides a roadmap for helping recruits, their families, and supporters get ready. From getting affairs in order to adjusting to the intense environment of boot camp, this book covers essential topics as health, communication, high-stress training events, and barracks life.
Besides the practical advice on overcoming challenges and setting goals for after boot camp, this book equips future recruits with the knowledge and confidence to succeed. It also includes a comprehensive set of rules to keep recruits grounded.
Beyond Boot Camp
A Guide for Military Success During Your First Enlistment
Beyond Boot Camp is a practical, no-nonsense guide written for service members navigating their first enlistment—the critical period where habits, reputation, and career direction are established. Moving beyond the intensity of basic training, this book addresses the real questions new service members face: What comes next? How do I succeed day to day? How do I avoid common mistakes? Drawing on real military experience, it provides clear guidance on adjusting to military life, understanding expectations, and developing the discipline and mindset required to thrive.
The Engineering Job Market
Insights into Industry, Consulting, and Government Jobs for New Engineering Graduates and Job Seekers
Not a career advice book—this is your field guide to engineering employers.
From government agencies and defense contractors to startups and public utilities, The Engineering Job Market explains who hires engineers, what they do, and why it matters. Whether you're planning your first job or looking for new direction, this book maps the terrain of real-world engineering employment. Understand the missions, expectations, and work environments across dozens of sectors—so you can see where you fit.
Preparing for Military Basic Training
Reference and Journal
This comprehensive 'workbook' is packed with tools to help you prepare for the challenges ahead:
Detailed Checklists: Track everything you need to pack, tasks to complete, and milestones to achieve before shipping out.
Research References: Access essential resources to learn more about military life, and what to expect in basic training.
Personalized Phone book Pages: Record critical contacts so you stay connected with loved ones and important resources while away.
Journal Pages: Reflect on your journey, set goals, and document thoughts as you prepare for your move to military service.
The practical guide not only prepares you for boot camp, but what to start doing now.
Mom Your Child Enlisted in the Army
A Guide to Being Prepared, Informed and Connected
This is a supportive, practical guide for Army recruit mothers (and fathers). Inside, you'll find helpful explanations of training phases, ASVAB prep, ranks, and communication tips. Plus, worksheets, trackers, and journal pages to keep you organized and emotionally grounded.
Whether you're dealing with mixed emotions, writing letters, or attending graduation, this book offers the information and encouragement you need for this new chapter of your child’s life.
Mom Your Child Enlisted in the Navy
A Guide to Being Prepared, Informed and Connected
This is a supportive, practical guide for Navy recruit mothers (and fathers). Inside, you'll find helpful explanations of training phases, ASVAB prep, ranks, and communication tips. Plus, worksheets, trackers, and journal pages to keep you organized and emotionally grounded.
Whether you're dealing with mixed emotions, writing letters, or attending graduation, this book offers the information and encouragement you need for this new chapter of your child’s life.