By Debbie Gregory. A new survey from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Hiring Our Heroes program found that while civilian hiring managers have great respect for veterans and see them as valuable recruits, they struggle to understand the culture. The study, conducted between 2015 and 2016, surveyed 400 human resource professionals nationwide, as well […]
By Debbie Gregory. A high-level federal court delivered a blow to the rights of military reservists. Kevin Ziober was a lieutenant in the Navy Reserve in 2012 when he received deployment orders to Afghanistan. After co-workers gathered to give Ziober a proper sendoff, he was summoned to the human resources office. And then he was […]
By Debbie Gregory. Bravery in the face of opposition, stalwart leadership, and unyielding ingenuity. While these traits are often used to describe Medal of Honor recipients, they have also been proven to be invaluable traits to succeed in the economic realm. The American military produces the most innovative and entrepreneurial leaders. Few institutions teach discipline, […]
By Debbie Gregory. Transitioning from the military is an exciting time in your life, but it can also be a little intimidating. In order to help you achieve success, here are some tips to help you navigate your way into your new civilian career: Deal with issues You need to demonstrate that you are a […]
By Debbie Gregory. If you’re searching for a veteran job after military service, you may be out of practice when it comes to the job interviewing process. Here are some important tips. Do’s: Prepare: Research the people interviewing you, the company, and the job itself. Know what does the company does, the requirements for the […]
By Debbie Gregory. A career field that military veterans should keep their eyes on is the fast growing transportation industry. According to a recent report done jointly by the U.S. Departments of Transportation, Education, and Labor, there are a multitude of skilled and semi-skilled jobs available in the transportation sector. Transportation employment includes jobs in […]
By Debbie Gregory. A security clearance is a status granted to individuals allowing them access to classified information or to restricted areas. A security clearance alone does not grant an individual access to specific classified materials. Rather, a security clearance means that an individual is eligible for access. In order to gain access to specific […]
By Debbie Gregory. August 21st through August 27th has been proclaimed by President Obama as National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week. The president said, “For more than two centuries, brave patriots have given of themselves to secure our fundamental rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness — and in times […]
By Debbie Gregory. In the past several years, quite a bit of effort has gone into helping veterans successfully transition from service to civilian employment. Hiring commitments from the public sector, the private sector and nonprofits have resulted in improved training and support and have helped reduce the veteran unemployment rate. Despite this success, a […]
By Debbie Gregory. Would it surprise you to learn that attorneys are only in 10th place when it comes to the highest paying jobs in the U.S.? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, based on median annual salaries, the top paying jobs are in the medical field. After attorneys come the friendly skies. […]
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