The Job Search: How Long Does It Take? Previously we took a brief look at veterans transitioning back to civilian life and how they can get a job and choose a career and “How long does it take to get a job?” If there’s one answer that’s consistent… it depends. Veterans spent a significant part […]
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Avoid Asking These 10 Questions At Work!
Everybody agrees that building great relationships with coworkers and networking is a great thing to do. It’s also valuable to have a degree of candor when doing so… But you need to practice self censorship as well. One easy, low-hanging fruit in this area is knowing what’s not OK when asking ice-breaker questions. Or that […]
Facebook Cybersecurity University
As a reminder, if you are a Veteran with a CS background or a student Veteran studying CS and interested in learning more about Cybersecurity, then this a great opportunity to learn more about this important and emerging field.
Paperless Care Coordination
This holiday season, we are thankful for paperless care coordination of electronic health records between the Department of Veterans Affair’ (VA) and your participating community care providers!
Safeguarding the Integrity of GI Bill Benefits
Over the past few years you may have heard us using phrases like, “safeguarding the integrity of GI Bill benefits” and “protecting our beneficiaries from bad actors,” – but what does this really mean?
Goal Setting: The Hidden Secret For Success While Transitioning To A Civil Job
Transitioning from the military to a civilian career can be hard. Many men and women do it each year, but some find it difficult to get into the job market, particularly those who went straight from school into training without gaining experience in other workplaces. If you want to make it work, focus on setting […]
Veteran Transitioning Through an Era of Technological Innovation
Transitioning Veterans are slowly approaching a critical point in history whereas they may no longer be directly hirable by the private sector.Over our nation’s history, Veterans traditionally transitioned seamlessly from a role within the military to a civilian career of equal pay and responsibility.
Why the Department of Veterans Affairs is a Deeply Broken System
If you’re a military veteran or you have a loved one who is, you may have experienced a frustrating couple of years trying to receive disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). You’re not alone if it feels like you’ve been waiting for too damn long.
8 tips to help you transition to civilian job market
Veterans transitioning to civilian job market usually find the experience downright exasperating. Recruiters are at a loss when confronted with military resumes, which – even if impressive – don’t help veterans to find a niche for themselves on the market. Hiring managers don’t know how to categorize this kind of experience and as a result, […]
2015 Veterans Enterprise Out Now
Our 2015 edition of the Veterans Enterprise is out now! In this issue we cover “The Ten Best” employers currently hiring veterans, national universities with vet-friendly programs, best tips for entering the job market, and the best reasons to hire former military service personnel. Read Now
8 Tips for a Successful Military to Civilian Career Transition
It’s always a good feeling to be surrounded by your family, safe and sound at home. Getting your ducks in order for your career transition may be somewhat tricky. You’re so used to the way you’ve been doing things, and now your landscape has drastically changed. Before you attempt to enter the civilian workforce, hit […]
Why Companies Don’t Hire Veterans (And What Can Vets Do About It)
When it comes time to put your uniform away and begin transitioning into civilian life after years of military service, you may be feeling confident about your job prospects. After all, the military taught you a variety of valuable skills, including leadership and how to be a team player.You would be an asset to any employer. […]