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10 Best Reasons to Hire a Veteran

Jul 03, 2025

National Hire a Veteran Day is recognized every July 25 th , highlighting the value veterans bring to the civilian workforce and to encourage employers to recruit former service members. The day also serves as a reminder that veterans have in-demand skills, real-world experience, and the drive to succeed in a wide range of careers after military service. In this post, we’ll cover the 10 best reasons to hire a...

Can a Veteran Write a Letter of Recommendation?

Jun 06, 2025

A strong letter of recommendation can significantly boost your application for jobs, educational programs, or other career opportunities—especially important for veterans transitioning to civilian life. Veterans uniquely understand the discipline, dedication, and resilience developed through military service, making their endorsements especially impactful. This raises an important question many veterans face: Can a...

Does Your Workforce Culture Truly Support Diversity and Inclusion?

Apr 17, 2025

In today’s competitive job market, organizations that prioritize diversity and inclusion (D&I) aren’t just building stronger teams—they’re gaining a strategic advantage. But genuine D&I isn’t about meeting quotas or checking boxes. It’s about cultivating a culture where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute fully, especially veterans and military spouses, who bring unique perspectives and skill sets...

8 Great Remote Jobs for Veterans!

Apr 10, 2025

Looking for great remote jobs for veterans? You're in the right place! Transitioning from military to civilian life can present numerous challenges for veterans, especially when seeking employment that accommodates their unique experiences and needs. It can feel difficult for you to even list military experience on a resume or navigate the complex nature of preference points , let alone engage in the 9...

Lean Recruitment Strategy: AI Automation for Smarter Hiring

Apr 02, 2025

In today’s highly competitive job market, businesses must optimize their hiring processes to reduce inefficiencies, improve quality, and accelerate hiring. A Lean Recruitment Strategy, inspired by Lean Business Methodology, applies automation to remove unnecessary steps, reduce inefficiencies, and ensure employers connect with the best candidates faster. Traditional hiring is bogged down by repetitive tasks, mismatched applications, and...

Fast-Track Your Job Search: AI Resume Matching for Veterans & Their Families

Feb 25, 2025

Find Your Next Job Faster with AI Resume Matching! Searching for the perfect job can be time-consuming and overwhelming. With countless job listings to sort through and applications to submit, it’s easy to feel lost in the process. That’s why Hire Veterans is excited to introduce its AI Resume Matching Tool —a powerful solution designed to make job hunting easier, smarter, and more efficient! This innovative...

Revolutionizing Talent Discovery: Hire Veterans' New AI Resume Matching Tool

Jan 21, 2025

Finding the perfect candidate for your open positions can be a challenge, especially in a competitive job market. Whether you're an employer, recruiter, or job seeker, the hiring process can be overwhelming. That's why Hire Veterans is excited to introduce its AI Resume Matching Tool - a cutting-edge solution designed to simplify and enhance talent discovery for everyone involved! This powerful new feature leverages advanced AI...

TOP 10 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Veteran

Jan 02, 2025

Employers and companies, in general, can get a lot of benefits from hiring Veterans. On this blog, we will enumerate the Soft Skills Advantages to a workplace when you decide to hire Veterans. Many Veterans value a hard day's work . Their military exposure trained them to put in daily work that involve not only the physical but also mental agility. To do well in service is IMPERATIVE because failure may cost lives. Military exposure...

5 Things Successful Employers Do Differently

Jun 18, 2024

Having a successful business is not only about making great profits and expanding your company. It is also about being an exemplary employer. This not only helps you get more success in your work, but also brings you a lot of respect, and value. It also establishes a reputable standing among competitors. Successful employers do things differently which sets them apart from the rest. They focus on creating a positive work environment...

How Smoking Affects Job Prospects for Veterans and How to Quit

Apr 09, 2024

Returning to civilian life and adjusting to a new system can be challenging for veterans. Finding a job can help you get used to a new routine as you slowly reintegrate into becoming a regular citizen, but there are many things to consider. Our previous article on job hunting for former Armed Forces members highlighted some tips, such as having a good resume, reaching out to a transition coach, and applying to companies that...

What Veterans Need to Know While Job Hunting?

Jan 11, 2024

It’s only natural to feel a little aimless after leaving the Armed Forces. You’re now a standard civilian and must form a new routine to adjust to everyday life. The transition can be challenging. However, finding a job can be integral to forming a new routine and supporting yourself. As you start your job hunt in earnest, here are a few things you need to know: You’ll Be Vetted Just like many job applicants, you’ll...

How To Write an Effective Veteran Resume?

Jan 05, 2024

Writing an effective veteran resume involves highlighting the unique qualifications, skills, and experiences that you gained during your military service. Here are some steps to guide you through the process: 1. Choose an appropriate resume formatting style. Recruiters only spend an average time of six (6) seconds when reviewing applicant resumes. That means you only have about five (5) seconds to catch the recruiter's attention....

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