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From Camouflage to Corporate: The Strategic Approach to Hiring Veterans
In this episode of Paychex PULSE, and HR Podcast, retired Army officer Brian Wheat shares his journey transitioning from the military to civilian life, offering insights for HR professionals seeking to recruit veterans. From challenges in resume writing to the importance of mentorship and networking, Brian sheds light on the unique experiences veterans face. This conversation delves into common misconceptions about veteran candidates, emphasizing the invaluable soft skills they bring, such as adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving. Brian also advocates for open communication during the hiring process and highlights the significance of onboarding to ensure a successful integration into corporate culture. Listen now and gain a deeper understanding of the veteran job-seeking experience and discover strategies for fostering a supportive work environment.
Topics include:
00:00 – Welcome Brian Wheat
01:41 – The challenges of transitioning to civilian life
04:11 – The successes of transitioning to civilian life
06:04 – Translating military career successes for hiring managers
08:44 – How to best onboard veteran hires
11:35 – Misconceptions when hiring veterans
15:06 – The soft skills veterans bring to organizations
17:45 – Brian’s advice for employers when hiring veterans
20:30 – Wrap Up
If you are considering hiring military veterans, here are helpful tips that will help make the recruiting and hiring experience more positive: https://bit.ly/3QXYa3n
Tommy Stuckey, a U.S. Marine veteran and former restaurant manager, used his life savings to launch his first quick-serve restaurant. Hear how Paychex helped him streamline and simplify his operations: https://bit.ly/3SMm1V0
Successful onboarding is about efficiency and making a good first impression, and Paychex has the technology and support you need to make that happen: https://bit.ly/3ukmIe8
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.
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In this episode of Paychex PULSE, and HR Podcast, retired Army officer Brian Wheat shares his journey transitioning from the military to civilian life, offering insights for HR professionals seeking to recruit veterans. From challenges in resume writing to the importance of mentorship and networking, Brian sheds light on the unique experiences veterans face. This conversation delves into common misconceptions about veteran candidates, emphasizing the invaluable soft skills they bring, such as adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving. Brian also advocates for open communication during the hiring process and highlights the significance of onboarding to ensure a successful integration into corporate culture. Listen now and gain a deeper understanding of the veteran job-seeking experience and discover strategies for fostering a supportive work environment.
Topics include:
00:00 – Welcome Brian Wheat
01:41 – The challenges of transitioning to civilian life
04:11 – The successes of transitioning to civilian life
06:04 – Translating military career successes for hiring managers
08:44 – How to best onboard veteran hires
11:35 – Misconceptions when hiring veterans
15:06 – The soft skills veterans bring to organizations
17:45 – Brian’s advice for employers when hiring veterans
20:30 – Wrap Up
If you are considering hiring military veterans, here are helpful tips that will help make the recruiting and hiring experience more positive: https://bit.ly/3QXYa3n
Tommy Stuckey, a U.S. Marine veteran and former restaurant manager, used his life savings to launch his first quick-serve restaurant. Hear how Paychex helped him streamline and simplify his operations: https://bit.ly/3SMm1V0
Successful onboarding is about efficiency and making a good first impression, and Paychex has the technology and support you need to make that happen: https://bit.ly/3ukmIe8
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.