What soft skills do you believe make Veterans a great hire? What soft skills do you feel we often lack?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:14:17 -0500

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Nov 6 at 2015 12:15 AM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:15:40 -0500

The number one skills dedication to duty in can-do attitude

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 6 at 2015 12:28 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:28:54 -0500

Our strong suits are communicating, decision making, commitment, time management, and team play.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Nov 6 at 2015 12:32 AM

CAPT Kevin B. — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:32:53 -0500

Focus, company success (team player), honesty, drive.

On the weak side, lack of patience, unwillingness to learn foreign language "Civilianese", lack of style points. These things you grow into. Just don't take too long.

Response by SGT William Howell made Nov 6 at 2015 6:53 AM

SGT William Howell — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 06:53:42 -0500

The ability to hide bodies so they can't be found! Not always needed, but when it is.......

Response by SPC Gregory B Morris Sr made Nov 6 at 2015 7:49 AM

SPC Gregory B Morris Sr — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 07:49:58 -0500

I you continue to educate yourself and work to be come a better communicate. You will be good.

Response by SMSgt Thor Merich made Nov 8 at 2015 7:14 PM

SMSgt Thor Merich — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 19:14:34 -0500

Veterans have many skills (or traits) that any employer is looking for. They include loyalty, the ability to work within a team, be mission oriented, time management, and experience working in diverse environments with diverse individuals. What most veterans lack is the ability to convey those skills to employers. Many employers also lack the knowledge of the positive skills that a veteran brings to the table.