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How a Good Business Plan Can Help a Veteran Start a Successful Company

May 29, 2023

As a veteran considering starting a business, you may hear conflicting opinions about writing a business plan. Why even write a business plan? There are certainly many excuses not to write one: They’re more trouble than they’re worth… It seems like a writing exercise that’s a waste of time… Nobody reads them anyway… etc. etc. These are notions many entrepreneurs and business owners share about business...

Natural, Everyday Treatments for Heroes with Long-Term Pain

May 22, 2023

Serving as a veteran can have long-term consequences for one’s physical and mental health, with Dr. Stephen Hunt of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Post Deployment Integrative Care Initiative noting that “folks returning from combat have a constellation of health challenges , including physical issues, psychological issues and psychosocial issues concerning things like work and family." Long-term or chronic pain...

How to Make Online Services Accessible to Veterans with Disabilities- Tips for Website Creators

May 15, 2023

3.5 million of the country’s 12 million veterans report that they have a disability . While there are a number of services available to aid our vets , if an individual with a disability doesn’t have equal access to the information online regarding such programs they may not even be aware of them, let alone be able to seek the help they need and deserve. An inclusive website experience is necessary to ensure...

Tactically Trained: 3 Careers That Take Advantage of Military Service

May 08, 2023

There is no doubt that ex-military personnel are incredibly disciplined and well trained, and both of these factors usually serve these men and women well in their post-military careers—no matter what field they end up going into. That being said, there are a number of jobs that tend to be a better fit for former military service men and women and allow them to directly use their tactical skills and military training to their...

Make a Great First Impression in Your Email to Employers

May 01, 2023

First impressions count just as much in applications as they do in interviews. But while you’re guaranteed a hiring manager’s full attention during an interview, you really have to make an effort to “stand out from the stack,” so to speak, when it comes to cover letters and opening e-mails. Below are three simple, tried-and-true ways to catch a potential employer’s eye. Let your competence speak for...

Benefits of Online Education for Veterans

Apr 24, 2023

Online learning is considered the future of higher education in since it offers students an alternative to attending traditional colleges and universities. While opponents and supporters of online education for veterans keep on arguing about which forms of learning are more effective, there is no doubt that they open up opportunities for more people than before. As studies show, online learning is highly effective. In addition, it...

5 Myths No One Told You About Resume Writing

Apr 17, 2023

Changing your job or your field of work can be quite difficult. Nowadays, companies are very dynamic, they change from day to day. This dynamism can make the process of finding a suitable job quite long and exhausting. Because of this, people tend to be very skeptical about the recruitment processes used by companies today. When you want to start applying for jobs, you should consider writing a top-notch resume , thus...

5 Industries That Put Money Back in Veterans’ Wallets

Apr 10, 2023

Soldiers must be willing to put their lives on the line at a moment’s notice in times of war. Even during times of peace, they must make sacrifices, which can mean months or even years away from their families and constant moving and uprooting. In addition to all of this, there is the physical wear and tear on their bodies and the general stress of their overwhelming responsibilities. While there is nothing that could completely...

Tell Me About Yourself: How to Give the Perfect Answer

Apr 03, 2023

It's a very common interview question...tell me about yourself? What you need to focus your reply on is what you’ve done that is relevant to the field you are applying for. Using EES This question isn’t about your free time, how many cats you own, or that you are the captain of your bowling team. The question is about the job, and the skills and experience that you have that are relevant to that job. When you're...

8 Valuable Tips for Navigating Military Job Fairs

Mar 27, 2023

When you’re transitioning into the civil sector, you’ll be faced with a huge level of competition and unexpected practices. Job fairs are the most surprising aspect of the civilian hiring process. A military job fair is usually hosted by a dedicated organization, such as the Chamber of Commerce from the city where you live. However, universities also organize their own veteran career fairs. For a military veteran...

What Veterans Can Bring to the World of Podcasting

Mar 20, 2023

Joko Willink is just one Navy SEAL who has revealed that, thanks to their unique experience and discipline, vets have much to teach the world. Willink, a successful leadership instructor, speaker, and executive coach, uses his podcast to share vital lessons he has learned during his many years in the military – including the importance of resilience, perseverance, and tactics and technique to ensure mistakes are not repeated. One...

10 Obstacles to Employment Veterans Face

Mar 13, 2023

As of January 2020, the unemployment rate for the population in the US is 3.6%. This number doesn’t seem to be terrifying if you look at it from a nationwide perspective. However, if you look at the unemployment rate among veterans, statistics get pretty downing. Currently, the veteran unemployment rate is 3.1% and it seems to keep growing compared to previous years. The numbers confirm that finding a veteran job is much harder...

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