How many RP Members out there are using RallyPoint to network and create opportunities to do business?

I echo the sentiment that I usually just come on here to 'hang out'. Personally I like to watch who TSgt Hunter Logan - is going to annihilate with her words. I also like the back and forth provided by CPT (Join to see). Capt Christopher Mueller has a way of cutting through some BS to say it how it is most of the time and who doesn't like seeing what SGT (Join to see) has to say...

I like that random threads pop up on the side though, and have actually networked and have since been hooked up with The Fallen Outdoors. Hopefully I will be able to get a few vets out in my boat for some bass/muskie fishing through this organization.

I joined PR for the social aspect. But if someone were to reach out and ask for help with understanding federal hiring or wanting tips with the VA hybrid or title 38 systems (they are confusing). Or just reading a resume. Might as well use my skills to help a SM or vet in need.

COL Mikel J. Burroughs the networking aspect is tertiary for me. I joined as I saw an opportunity to do what I loved to do in uniform. It provides me the oppurtunity to coach, teach, and mentor... and the cool thing about it... Whatever I type on these pages... helps more than just the person I respond too. The feedback that I get from others tells me that, "Yes! Your advice is still valued"

RP seems to provide an excellent opportunity for job seekers to ask questions about careers they are interested in, as well as, potential employers to share what qualities they seek. As an ESGR volunteer, I often find it difficult for service members to clearly articulate what their skills are without using jargon or MilSpeak. The RP community seems like a great place for job seeker to rest the waters.

My Private Org used a new coin manufacturer (SFC (Join to see)) based on connecting here on RP!

COL Mikel J. Burroughs Great topic. There are actually over 12,000+ searchable companies represented by veterans here on RallyPoint. Take a look a few of the major ones I linked to here in a previous discussion. I'm personally in touch with hundreds of members that are currently using RallyPoint to support both their business and talent acquisition goals. I don't think there is a stronger network out there like the military family. Please let me know if I can ever help you navigate within the site easier. Always here to support. Thanks for your service, Sir. Cheers!

I think it can be invaluable for the right business with the potential to expand as RP membership grows. For my business - challenge coins, it seemed the logical fit to reach my target market. As challenge coins have gained popularity in the private sector, Veteran employees have taken the message to their organizations where they are used for marketing and employee appreciation. I have received only positive responses from those I have connected with since joining RP. I do appreciate that others may not have joined to be hounded by a sales pitch therefore I am careful to word my emails in a way that is sensitive to that fact. Lastly, whether you are a small business or part of a large company military service has connected us - why not use RP to further our interests. Be it employment, mentorship, advice, passing our knowledge or promoting veteran owned business'

Some won't use it but I will. Linked-In is an valuable tool for me and my consulting business. My vote is YES!

I have not done so, but maybe its a good idea. The military connection has some degree of trust and understanding for each party.

I would love to use it to develop and market my business but the problem is I really don't know what you can market on RP without getting in trouble