Testimonials

Our organization has a strong interest in recruiting and retaining more veterans. We understand the value that they bring and think that our mission and values align with their interests. I was excited to participate in the research that led to the Mission Next book because it reminded me how this needed to be a priority for our organization. One of our first new efforts will be a Veterans Affinity Group so our current veterans can connect and share experiences.

Chief Human Resources Officer
Community healthcare organization Ohio

Even though I knew the transition from the military to the civilian workforce would be hard, I didn’t appreciate the complexities and differences in both language and culture. I could have prepared for these challenges if I had the right resources – or a toolkit – to guide the way. In the end, I learned that you can't walk around with your rank in your back pocket, so I had to quickly adapt in the new civilian environment. Any preparation work you can do before you make the transition is worth your time.

Retired U.S. Army officer
University veterans’ liaison Alabama

After my military career, I transitioned to a Human Resource leader position in a mid-sized manufacturing company. On my first day in the office, a senior leader called me into his office and told me they "didn't want G.I. Joe working here." From the very beginning, I spent time working on my interpersonal communication skills. I de-militarized my speech and stopped using all the jargon. Since then, I’ve helped many veterans make that transition which is why I’m so happy there’s now a resource that can spread this knowledge across the country.

Retired U.S. Army officer
Human Resources Director, manufacturing company Michigan

I got an early copy of the Mission Next book to preview. I wish I would’ve had the book prior to my transition because I had to figure out so many of the points from the book on my own. I was lucky to have worked with a headhunter that placed me with an organization that has proved to be a strong cultural fit. I’m still working on my personal vision to make sure I keep on the path that’s right for me in the civilian workforce.

Former U.S. Navy officer
Financial advisor Michigan