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Imagine being an expert structural ironworker who gets dropped off alone, with all of your tools, into a thriving woodworking world. When you arrive, you try to introduce yourself and communicate your skills to everyone you meet. Unfortunately, you do not speak the same language as them. So here you are in this foreign place, with your foreign tools, trying to communicate through a language barrier. This would be difficult, to say the least. When you replace “structural ironwoker” with “Veteran” and “woodworking” with “private sector,” this scenario becomes reality. Sparrow Consulting, LLC understands both worlds. Not only do they help Veterans translate their skill, they also help businesses by explaining the benefits of hiring Veterans. Check out the post below for their upcoming event and get your tickets to learn how you can help build a Veterans Hiring Initiative in your company! Sub-Zero Group, Inc. Kwik Trip, Inc. SC Johnson Harley-Davidson Motor Company Sargento Associated Bank Gundersen Health System Ashley Furniture Industries

The transitioning #military community is constantly overwhelmed with options. The "ocean of support and goodwill" grows deeper and more complex every day. The confusion of transitioning is only compounded by a 24/7 onslaught of information via the internet. How do we improve? Work as a team and get back to the basics. Achieving financial security and professional success for military #Veterans and #militaryspouses requires a more holistic approach. Mainly, clarity and focus on who you are, what you need to do next, and what you’re truly capable of. That’s why we focus on: - Mindset - Skillsets - Resources - Opportunities The Career Development Convention is dedicated to cutting out the noise and delivering real value. (≈ $3K per head) As the media is delivered from our most recent convention, enjoy this 30 second clip highlighting real people pushing their comfort zones and continuing to serve their family and our nation. 📣 EMPLOYERS: if you can make it to Las Vegas for the Military Influencer Conference November 7-10, we’ll be supporting ACT Now Education for a FREE job fair. Link in comments to reserve a table. “Too often, ‘Thank you for your service’ is the end of the conversion, when it should be the beginning of how we can support.” - Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Jai Salters Jon Meadows Nicole Jason Semerakis Justin C. Pearson Ali Reza Manouchehri Michael Quinn Chelsea Russell Jennifer Burks 🎭 Katie Spinazzola Alfredo 🤘 Torres #veterancommunity #milspouses #careerdevelopment #personalbranding #jobfair #militarycommunity #militarytransition

Another wonderful benefit that Indiana provides Hoosier Veterans (and residents in general) is job placement. nextleveljobs.org helps train and find jobs. With the state's Veteran unemployment at 2.2% this is a great way to secure your future. #RepublicServicesVALOR10 #VeteransDay #RepublicServices #SustainabilityInAction

"Thank you for your service." while nice, really doesn't do much for veterans. Instead of thanking a veteran today, consider doing this instead: Give Us a Place to Sleep | Over 500K of us are homeless. Give Us a Meal | Over 1M of us are on food stamps. Give Us a Ride | Many of us could use a quick ride to a doctor's appointment. Give Us a Job | Over 250K of us are unemployed. Train Us | Over 50K of us transition out of the military each year. Give Us an Ear | Some of the over 16M of us would like to share our story and to be heard. Give Us Privacy | Some of the over 16M of us would rather not discuss our experiences with strangers or even acquaintances. Buy From Us | Over 300K of us own a small business. Sponsor Our Events | Each year there are thousands of parades, memorial services, job fairs, fundraisers, and more. Support Our Families | Consider creating part-time jobs, scholarships, etc. that focus on the families of veterans. My name is Neil McDonnell. It was my honor to be one of the 6% of Americans who served in the military. RLTW ----------------------------- Remember... "Government Contracting is not a Secret, it's Just a Process." 🔥 Join 10,251 others and subscribe to our GovCon newsletter | https://lnkd.in/es6qfwgk 👀 Follow me (Neil McDonnell) on LinkedIn and hit the 🔔 on my profile to see more government contracting content like 23,818 other people do. If you're a small business government contractor, HUBZone, SDVOSB, 8(a), or WOSB, don't forget to build a relationship with your local SBDC and APEX Accelerator counselor for support.

Did you know Alabama's labor force participation is at 57%? It's time for a change in how we see potential and skills. Here’s how: → Skill Recognition: It’s time we look beyond formal education. Skills gained through diverse life experiences are invaluable. Think about a veteran's on-field skills transitioning smoothly into civilian roles. → The Alabama Talent Triad: This initiative is a game-changer. It links job seekers with employers based on actual skills, not just academic credentials. It’s about finding the right person for the right job. → Broadening Horizons: We're not just filling job vacancies. We're expanding our workforce by recognizing transferable skills across various sectors. → Raising the Bar: This isn't merely about job placement; it's a comprehensive approach to elevate our entire labor force. By valuing skills from all walks of life, we open doors for many who were previously overlooked. The goal is simple: Shift the focus from ‘traditional qualifications’ to ‘real-world skills’. Let's drive forward this vision, harnessing the full potential of every Alabamian. #AlTalentTriad #AlabamaWorks #SkillsBasedHiring

Calling all #Boston area #transitioningmilitary members, #veterans, and #studentveterans!     Whether you are preparing for your #militarytransition, charting a new career path, or gearing up for your post-graduation journey, our Spring 2024 Veteran Career Readiness Program is designed to help you build meaningful relationships with prospective employers and develop the network you need to successfully transition to purposeful new civilian careers.    Don’t miss your chance to connect with employer representatives from PwC, Raytheon, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and many more! Apply today to kickstart your journey toward a meaningful post-military career.    Here’s what some of our Fall 2023 Boston graduates had to say:    “I have learned so much, gained confidence, and generally feel way more prepared to put myself out there.”     “I gained so much from our course. From networking to resumes and opening my mind to opportunities. Loved everything about the course.”      “Without it, I would not have landed my first job out of grad school.”    Spring 2024 Semester Details:  📍 Boston, MA: a different company will host each week’s session  📆 Tuesday, February 20 - April 30, 2024, from 6-8 pm ET       Looking to learn more? Find dates and program details for our Boston program at https://lnkd.in/ecfM5nhY      Ready to take the next step? Apply today at fourblock.org/apply!        📣 #FourBlockBoston alumni and #Bostonveterans, help us spread the word! If you know a local transitioning veteran or active-duty service member who could benefit from our program, please share this post or tag them in the comments!

INDUSTRY-LED CAREER PREP: "The fact that I was previously pigeon holing myself to only about 10 different companies let's me know that there are many more opportunities than I originally thought.” I am grateful to these employers (and so many others!) that are making statements like this possible from #transitioningmilitary. This INDUSTRY-LED CAREER PREP is made possible by 10 employers that are invested in supporting the military community I love to see it organically happening. (It also looks very different than how we began 3 years ago.) Below is the employer lineup from our next big 50strong EmployerConnect. All Mil-Affiliated Jobseekers + #StudentVeterans are invited to join us! Say it with me: Military talent is STRONG talent. #VeteranEmployment

Are you or some one you know a #MilitarySpouse? Take a look at this event taking place next week on flexible careers, resources military spouses can use in entrepreneurship and get tips from industry experts. #VetBiz #CareerOpportunities

Remembering their courage, honor and bravery, today and every day. Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Book a 30 minute, no-cost career consultation with Bob McComb! 415-971-4830 https://www.tdogs.com #TopDogsCommercialRealEstate #CommercialRealEstateTraining #CommercialRealEstate #CRE #CREProfessionals #CREAgents #CREBrokers #CommercialBrokerage

We are excited to be #InTheNews for our Record Sealing event in Fort Smith. Along with our partner, Chance for Change, we were able to host our first “Arkansas Reentry Integrated Support Expo.” The expo allowed us to help so many Arkansans with their record-sealing needs while also providing other opportunities from various vendors for Amnesty (misdemeanor warrants dropped and fines reset), Housing Assistance, Mental Health Services, Driver Control, Second Chance Job Fair, Adult Education Opportunities and Recovery Assistance. "It opens doors and opportunities. It helps you find employment. It helps you find housing. It tells you what your next steps are. It gives you the know-how to do those things that you are being required to do," Felicia Lyons, the founder and CEO of Chance for Change, said. "Because if you don't do those things, guess what? You go right back through that revolving door.” Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gTpsYt5R #ARlegal #Expungement #FreeLegalHelp #FreeLegalAid #SecondChance #RecordSealing #Arkansas #Arkansans #FREE #ARISEExpo #ReentrySupport #ArkansasReentry #IntegratedSupport #ReentryExpo #ARISE2024 #SupportingReentry #CommunityEngagement #SecondChances #EmpowerReentry #TransformingLives #ReentryResources #ArkansasCommunity #OpportunitiesAfterIncarceration #BuildingConnections #ARnews