Military Experience

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  1. robatsu

    robatsu Bobtail Member

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    Applying for jobs with new CDL, I could not help but notice that every single one asks about military experience.

    I thought of several possible reasons why this is so.

    1) Companies value behaviors emphasized in military - obeying orders, working with risk, etc.

    2) Diversity points for hiring veterans

    3) Ability to use various federal/state veteran programs.

    Maybe there are more. With 11 years of active duty, I would like to understand the terrain, so any comments would be appreciated.

    Thanks!
     
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  3. Concorde

    Concorde Road Train Member

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    First, I truly thank you for your service.

    It’s all about money.. always has been always will be. Your service is nothing but a savings for employers..sorry to deliver the news.


    “Where Do Tax Breaks for Hiring Veterans Come From?
    The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal hiring incentive that provides a tax credit worth up to $9,600 for hires that come from a variety of groups, including qualified military veterans.”
    read more here.
    Tax Credits for Hiring Veterans Help Smart Employers Reap Dividends | RecruitMilitary.
     
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  4. robatsu

    robatsu Bobtail Member

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    I figured it likely must be something like that rather than anything about the individual, especially given the unanimity.

    Nonetheless, that tax break can work to my advantage.

    Thanks for the info.
     
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  5. Concorde

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    Never thought about it that way being to your advantage.. I guess they’ll think twice about letting you go :)
     
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  6. snicrep

    snicrep Heavy Load Member

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    I never bring up my service unless asked or getting discounts. When someone says : thank you for your service" it catches me off guard. I feel like saying " gosh, it twarnt nuthin "
    Really I did 4 yrs in the navy in the late 70s when I got to boot camp Vietnam ended. No wars on my watch. The enemy knew better.
    It was more like fraternity life. Alot of partying.
     
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  7. Chinatown

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  8. viper822004

    viper822004 Medium Load Member

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    We let go of an Army guy. Worst attitude and job discipline. Young guys don’t understand how hard it is to get 100k a year job with a fresh CDL.
     
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  9. robatsu

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    BBC made a documentary about Olongapo/Subic in 1988. Navy cooperated fully with it. I knew a number of guys who married bar girls and more than 30 years later, most remain married and had a very successful union

     
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    I know several sailors that married Filipina bar girls and have a happy married life with children also.
     
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