January 2021
What Veterans Really Want in Their Civilian Careers
Savvy employers know that military veterans provide a rich talent pool of high-quality and diverse candidates. They understand that military job seekers possess skills, attitudes, and abilities beyond those of their civilian peers.
However, as veteran and military talent becomes more in-demand,...
Talent Acquisition , Connecting with Veterans, Employer Blog
Understanding Military Skillsets: Part IV
When it comes down to it, interviewing military veterans isn’t all that different than interviewing civilians. The goal of the interview is to get to know the candidate better and determine whether they are a good fit for the role and for the organization.
Understanding Military Skillsets: Part III
In a nutshell, enlisted soldiers are the backbone of the military, comprising about 83% of the armed forces. Officers act as managers for those soldiers, planning missions, giving orders, and assigning soldiers to tasks.
Understanding Military Skillsets: Part II
One of the biggest challenges for transitioning military entering the workforce is translating their military occupational specialty – or MOS – into terms that a civilian can understand.
Understanding Military Skillsets: Part I
Many are mystified when it comes to the military, with knowledge limited to what they’ve seen in the movies or read in the news. And when it comes to hiring veteran talent, recruiters often struggle to understand how military skillsets translate into the civilian workplace.