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Veterans to workplace: Keys to successful transition
Fred Mael1, Will Wyatt2, Uma Janardana Iyer3
1Mael Consulting, Baltimore, Maryland.
Summary
This study identified key behaviors of successful veteran job candidates and employed veterans. Understanding these actions can improve veteran transition to civilian careers.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Human Resources
Background:
- Veterans often face challenges transitioning to civilian employment.
- Identifying distinct behaviors can aid successful career integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine distinguishing behaviors of successful veteran job candidates.
- To identify behaviors of successfully employed veterans versus less successful ones.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study conducted near Fort Campbell, TN.
- Focus groups included hiring managers, HR directors, veteran employees, and spouses.
- Over 300 individuals participated.
Main Results:
- Specific behaviors differentiating successful veteran job applicants were identified.
- Key actions enabling sustained civilian employment for veterans were highlighted.
Conclusions:
- The findings offer practical implications for supporting veteran employment.
- Recommendations for future research on veteran career transition are provided.
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