Why is perspective important? Do veterans have a perspective advantage in the civilian workforce?

Perspective is multi-faceted. The ability to consider an effort from the perspective of the various groups involved gives the commander (manager) information to choose a path that can be defended. The force commander (corporate management) directs the mission. It is important for the on the scene unit commander (local management) to understand where this mission (task) fits into the overall theater (corporate) objectives. The local commander (manager) must then evaluate the forces (workers) he has to accomplish the mission. By communicating the necessity of the mission to the local forces (branches and workers) he can then understand and communicate local capabilities and shortfalls to upper management to gain any augmentation required, or if necessary, justify revision to the plan to ensure success.

Perspective or our unique perspective has both advantages and disadvantages. This all relies on balance. Insight and what one has experienced is essential to perspective. Personally, I felt my experiences have been invaluable to my employment. Just my perspective

I think so. We are trained to improvise, adapt, and overcome. This works well 8n the civilian environment. Oohrah...