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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...

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...

Tips to Help Veterans Build a Career in Tourism

Mar 06, 2023

As tourism recovers after the COVID-19 pandemic, it offers an excellent career opportunity for veterans aiming to get back to civilian life. Twenty-seven percent of veterans find it difficult to readjust to civilian life once their military career is over, according to a study by the Pew Research Center. Service-related injuries, psychological trauma, and lack of college education are some of the main reasons why so many...

Hiring Veterans: More Than an Honor

Feb 06, 2023

Whether it be Iraq, Afghanistan, Japan, South Korea or even in a U.S. territory, service members spend countless days, weeks and months away from homes and their families. While we can never thank them enough for their sacrifice to protect their fellow Americans, hiring them is one way we can begin to show our gratitude. But that is not the only reason companies should recruit military personnel. There are many compelling, practical reasons...

What Company Owners Can Do to Help Veterans Make a Shift from the Military to the Job Market

Dec 26, 2022

Over 200,000 veterans transition back to civilian life each year. Despite the dwindling unemployment rate among ex-military personnel, the transition remains challenging for them and often, frustrating. In fact, nearly 360,000 veterans consider it a fraught process, according to a study . And it isn’t surprising. Having to embrace a new job, company structure, and culture which is far different from what they lived and breathed in...

What an Employer Should Look for When Hiring Veterans

Dec 19, 2022

Companies are increasingly making a point to try and recruit veterans as employees. This is not only because of their service to the but because they have unique and valuable skills to offer the workforce once they leave the service. From world-class training in technology and other occupations, through to personal skills such as leadership ability , self-discipline and following through on instructions, veterans often make some of the...

3 Tips for Hiring Top Veteran Candidates

Dec 12, 2022

Every company wants to hire the best candidates for their available positions. In a survey from MRNI Network , 90% of hiring managers agreed that the labor market is driven by candidate quality. Top applicants get more job offers than ever before, which makes it far more difficult for HR teams to compete for top talent. Veterans come with some unique skills that benefit their employers , so you can get an edge by expanding your...

Back from the Battlefield: 4 Perfect Jobs for Military Vets

Dec 05, 2022

It is absolutely amazing how much our military and our veterans do and have done for our country. They continue to serve us daily with a great love for their country. Veterans have a rich history in our country, which you can read more about here , but they are also making history every day out in the workforce. Many vets face challenges when it comes to integrating into the civilian workforce. They have a wide set of skills and...

How Companies Can Help Veterans With PTSD Gain Confidence Behind The Wheel

Nov 21, 2022

Veterans from over 500,000 US troops have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) over the last 20 years. This can make adjusting to civilian life very difficult for many people as they rejoin the workforce, and employers must take care to look out for the mental health of ex-service personnel . PTSD can manifest in many ways and can be triggered by a number of factors, but a common trigger is driving. Being...

The Resume Riddle: How Recruiters Can Read Between the Lines of a Military Resume

Nov 14, 2022

Recruiters and hiring managers are often surprised to hear about the challenges faced by veterans when they’re looking for civilian jobs. Part of the problem is that veterans have difficulty creating a resume that translates their skills into “civilian-speak” – and employers have difficulty understanding them. There are multiple resources available to help veterans convert their resumes into more civilian-friendly...

How Veteran Employees Can Justify a Seat at the Management Table

Oct 03, 2022

For veterans looking to have more control over their career and to become more of a leader at work, a promotion to management is the way to go. However, nobody is just handed a leadership role . Instead, employees have to develop their skills and earn that seat at the management table. Help Workers Understand What Skills They Currently Lack The first step a veteran employee should take is to talk...

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