November 10 2016

1. Work Ethic
Your ideal employee undoubtedly needs to check off multiple boxes on your hiring check-list, but ‘work ethic’ is rarely listed in the requirements section of a job description. Are you looking for someone who has great judgement and is responsible and trustworthy? Someone who you can give a task to and not worry if it will be done well? These are traits that are ingrained in most military personnel and we’ve found this to be obvious in interviews as well. Military members demonstrate an amazing work ethic.
2. Leadership Skills
Whether you’re looking to hire someone on the assembly room floor or someone in the corporate office, veterans consistently demonstrate strong leadership skills. They understand a chain of command, they speak confidently, and they know the value of working in a structured environment.
3. Respectful
When we interview veterans they typically demonstrate a level of respect that is a bit uncommon these days. Whether it’s punctuality, keeping their workspace clean, standing up to greet you, or offering a firm, confident handshake, military personnel will not waste your time.
4. Team Player
Your office culture says a lot about what kind of employees will be a good fit. Veterans are accustomed to working in a very team-oriented atmosphere and the mentality that comes with being a team player is well ingrained. They will step up to help a colleague, “take one for the team,” and offer to do tough jobs regardless of whether they’ll gain anything in return.
Do you know someone who has recently retired from the military and is beginning a job search? If so, direct them to our blog, Resume Tips for Veterans Beginning a Civilian Job Search.
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