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Leadership and Good Communication Skills Closely Linked, and Veterans Excel at Both

In a recent article in Forbes, titled “8 Secrets of Great Communicators,” writer Travis Bradberry wrote: “Communication is the real work of leadership; you simply can’t become a great leader until you are a great communicator.” Effective HR managers understand that hiring veterans brings both of...

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Considering Employing a Veteran? Perform Your Due Diligence to Separate Fact from Fiction

Myths. Assumptions. Misconceptions. Perceptions. We all have them. We all make them. Because someone belongs to a certain group, we often attribute certain characteristics to them, be they positive or negative.

And so it goes with veteran job seekers. When it comes to civilian employment for...

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Finding Qualified Workers is Not Difficult When Hiring Veterans

Fifty-nine percent of HR professionals believe today's job applicants lack basic skills and knowledge. Smart civilian recruiters can sidestep these gaps by hiring military veterans.

Talent Acquisition , Connecting with Veterans, Employer Blog

Veterans’ Diversity Mindset Puts Them Ahead of the Game

The military provides cross-cultural training, and how to adjust to different cultural norms. This training gives veterans the soft skills employers are looking for.

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