We found that service members and their families encounter a range of transition-related challenges during their reintegration into civilian life.

While most organizations may be aware of the competitive advantages of a diverse and inclusive workplace, many are not prepared to successfully attract, hire and retain veterans.

Finding a fulfilling career can be a challenge for anyone. But it’s important for us – as friends, family, employers and the community in general – to understand why it’s so difficult for our combat veterans, and how we can help.

50,000 homeless veterans nationwide

It’s an understatement to say that military veterans often find the transition from serving our country to taking a job with a civilian organization challenging.

According to the Department of Defense, about 1,300 military service members, spouses and children transition into civilian communities each day.

Although we might not know of other women who secretly came before them, these are the first women in each U.S. military service noted in history books today.

Employers and companies can benefit from hiring Veterans.

We found that service members and their families encounter a range of transition-related challenges during their reintegration into civilian life.

"Just remember that you have had many worse things thrown at you and you were able to persevere," one veteran-entrepreneur counsels his peers.

With many companies at least temporarily remote, you need to put your best foot forward digitally.

Veterans add incredible value to the workplace. A former member of the Armed Forces has a unique and powerful skillset that can greatly benefit any company they work for.

There are unique challenges that make a return to civilian life somewhat difficult for those in the military. From understanding the nature of processes for veterans and their benefits to how to dress for work, the consensus among veterans is that there is a readjustment period. Many will consider advancing their education, however, that route can be daunting without the support of resources and a military-friendly institution.

Although we might not know of other women who secretly came before them, these are the first women in each U.S. military service noted in history books today.

Nearly two-thirds of new veterans say they faced a difficult transition to civilian life.

Veterans continue to struggle to gain employment because of culture gaps between civilian society and their military pasts, as well as a lack of seamless integration amongst Veteran care programs.

It’s an understatement to say that military veterans often find the transition from serving our country to taking a job with a civilian organization challenging.