It’s never easy to make a major life transition, and that is certainly true for changing jobs. However, changing jobs as a civilian is one thing. Transitioning out of the military and into an incredibly complex civilian sector is an entirely different kind of test unto itself.
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Hiring Our Heroes Reaches Veterans and Military Spouses Here and Abroad
By Eric Eversole, President, Hiring Our Heroes
As each day goes by, I never stop being amazed at how the Hiring Our Heroes program and the team continue to develop in ways that would have been unimaginable when this initiative got off the ground.
Four years ago today, we launched Hiring Our Heroes with a seemingly simple mission: connecting businesses to the wide and diverse pool of talent transitioning out of the military each year.
This Thanksgiving, Reflect on the Pilgrims and the Veterans
(Above: Medal of Honor recipient Marine Sgt. Dakota Meyer)
As Thanksgiving approaches, I always take time to consider the experiences of the early settlers arriving in the New World.
In the middle of an anemic economic recovery, many of us are looking for something to kick-start U.S. economic growth. If we want to learn from history, here’s an idea: Look to America’s military veterans.
Veteran’s Day is a time to pay tribute to the many thousands of men and women who are currently serving or have served in the armed forces. These veterans and their families have made countless sacrifices to protect and defend our country.
Cautious optimism about unemployment numbers for veterans
On the heels of celebrating Labor Day, our nation must recognize that many younger veterans are not that fortunate.
Management skills and civic pride provide an extraordinary set of skills and experiences
5th Annual Business Steps Up: Hiring Our Heroes
Breakfast & Registration: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Program begins: 9:00 a.m.