Tag: Veterans

Veterans sometimes get a lot of bad press because of the actions of a few. Yet, you will find the majority of vets willing to do great work and go over and above for a good employer. Giving a Vet a break is akin to giving your company a better fighting chance in the job market.

The best thing you can do is hire a Vet. When they come to work, make them feel they are a part of your team. Give them challenges they can work on, and you will have a win-win situation.

Isn’t that what we are all looking for in business and life? A chance to win.

No one can deny that the cyber world is changing. In business, we now deal with thinking machines that do their best even though sometimes that runs contrary to our needs or even what we try to do or say. We need trained, intelligent employees who know how to work with the new technologies of today.

One place where you can find the best computer programmers, users, and developers is by looking at those who are leaving the military. The military is often where personnel in these career fields get training, sometimes even before their abilities are on the civilian market.

The people who learn the new computer programs in the military are the ones who love what they do and are looking to get into those work areas as they leave the service. If you want to keep up with the new technologies that will put your business at the forefront of commerce, you should be looking for vets leaving the services.

When you hire a veteran, you are employing someone who has the drive to succeed, a good sense of direction, and a strong work ethic. When brought into a new team and given the opportunity, they will usually prevail.

Look at your veterans as workers with the added leadership training they have picked up by having to complete missions and meet goals, sometimes in hard-to-believe situations. They trained to take on demanding tasks and succeed.

When You want the best, Hire a Vet.

Many who have served in the armed forces have given the ultimate sacrifice. Even more, they carry physical and mental scars that are hard to overcome. Their sacrifices are immeasurable and cannot be fully appreciated by those who have not served in the military.

Think about the fact Veterans give up their time, comfort, and often their safety to protect the freedoms that we enjoy as citizens.

Many veterans have experienced physical or emotional trauma during their service, and it is important to support them in their healing process. Finding ways to help them readjust to life when returning home is a great help.

Leaving the service and returning to your home is very hard for some vets. Any help you give could be a godsend. It is crucial to remember that the sacrifices of veterans extend beyond their time in the military, as they often face challenges when reintegrating into civilian life.

We should remember veterans more than just one day or weekend a year. They often carry their scars, whether seen or not, daily. It would be good to help them when and where we can.

At the end of this week, 11 November 2023, we honor those who have served to keep us free. Many have given of themselves so our families and theirs have a safe place to live.

I, too, am a veteran who gladly served for years. I’ve noticed that people often wonder how to connect with or show gratitude for those who have given so much to protect them and the country. I offer three ideas to help Anyone looking to connect with veterans.

The first way to connect with Those who have served might be to attend a Veterans Day parade or ceremony in your community to show your support and appreciation for veterans. As you notice veterans, thank them for their service. They feel good to hear it, and you will feel good for saying it.

If you have the time and inclination, volunteer at a local VA hospital or VA clinic to help veterans needing medical care or assistance. A few hours a week would make a significant difference in the lives of veterans still carrying the scars of combat.

Offer to attend a job fair or career event designed for veterans to help them transition back to civilian life. Helping these Vets find a new job is a great way to bring them back into their home community.

Helping those who have helped keep us all safe is a wonderful way to show a thank you.