THE MAKING OF A HUNTER
By John Stephenson
A Service User’s Guide to Transition from the Armed Forces –
Launching Armed Forces Day – 28th June 2025
The Making of a Hunter is the debut book from John Stephenson, founder of Forces Transition Group, and it’s built on years of real-world experience guiding thousands through military-to-civilian transition.
Brought to life in partnership with Gemma at Maddison House Press, an independent non-fiction publisher with a passion for authentic stories, this book combines John’s personal journey with the proven FTG ethos: Serve well. Leave well. Flourish.
The Making of a Hunter – by John Stephenson
£10.99
The Making of a Hunter is a powerful, practical guide to leaving the Armed Forces with purpose. Written by FTG founder John Stephenson, this is your handbook for mastering transition — from mindset to CV, interviews to networking.
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The Making of a Hunter: A Service User’s Guide to Transition from the Armed Forces
By John Stephenson
Serve Well. Leave Well. And Flourish.
Written by Forces Transition Group (FTG) founder John Stephenson, The Making of a Hunter is a straight-talking, experience-driven guide to navigating military-to-civilian transition — and thriving beyond it.
Built on the core FTG ethos and years of frontline coaching, this book explores five fundamental elements every service leaver needs to master in order to make a successful move to civvy street.
John combines his own personal story with practical, proven strategies to help you:
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Craft a standout CV
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Nail job interviews with confidence
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Build your network online and offline
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Understand your transferable skills and career value
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Identify and secure the right role for you
Whether you’re just beginning to plan your exit, already transitioned, or supporting someone who is — this is your no-fluff, no-fail guide to becoming the hunter, not the hunted.
More Great Offerings From Forces Transition Group…
Forces Transition Group Transition Day
Wetherby Racecourse - November 19th 2025
Take The HOT SEAT
A Live interactive session where you'll have the opportunity to learn tools and techniques to best prepare you for your upcoming interview and gain real experience via our hot seat where you'll be placed in a mock interview scenario and answer questions in front of others. Nothing prepares you like reality!
The Hunters Club - Real Stories from Real People
The Hunters Club celebrates real stories from real people as they share their transition experiences as part of the FTG Community with other Hunters.