A lot of companies shy away from hiring veterans because they don’t understand the value that they may bring to the table.
Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Cisco & Walgreens have programs in full force but the majority of startups have yet to really get on board. The diversity in thought that comes from hiring a vet may be the competitive edge that your startup needs to propel your business ahead of your competition.
This show is proudly sponsored by Vidoori
Today’s Quote:
"We hire military veterans because they make great employees. They bring proven technical and leadership skills. They understand teamwork, and they're adaptable. Bottom line, hiring veterans is good for business."
Randall L. Stephenson - CEO of AT&T
Guest Bio:
Brian Erickson serves as the Vice President, Strategy and Solutions at Vidoori, Inc. He leads company expansion strategies bringing the Vidoori brand to the west coast. Brian has over 26 years of experience in Naval Aviation, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Operations, Strategic Programs and sourcing/acquisition. Brian is a retired Senior Naval Officer (Captain/O6) with proven experience and expertise across numerous technical domains bringing a warfighters perspective to Vidoori’s mission of delivering excellence.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from San Diego State University, a Master of Business Administration (Financial Management) from the Naval Postgraduate School, a Master of Science (Information Technology) from the Naval Postgraduate School and an Executive Management Certification from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Additionally, Brian holds numerous defense and industry related certifications to include: CISSP, GSLC, CISSO, CISSM, DAWIA Level 3 PM, DAWIA Level 3 IT, CKM, ITIL.
Show Highlights:
Why hire veterans?
Why do companies not hire veterans?
Rick’s Input:
How to Successfully hire Veterans
Preparation is Key!
Rick’s two cents
Key Takeaways:
When Hiring is Overwhelming with Karima Gulick of Innovent Law
Instilling Values into Your Hiring Process with Ken Babcock of Tango
The Secret to Hiring through an Economic Downturn with Rick Girard of Stride Search Inc.
How to Avoid Hiring a Bad Actor with Becky Wanta of Q5id
It’s Never Too Early to Lead through Core Values with Marc Reinfenrath of Spinutech
The Hiring 4-S: Strategy, Systems, Staff & Skills with Hilmon Sorey of CoachCRM
#1 Question that Needs to be Asked During a Phone Screen with Rick Girard of Stride Search Inc.
Necessary Interview Intelligence for Hiring with Raphael Danilo of Yobs
Leveling the Interviewing Playing Field with Lee Rubin of Confetti
Why do Company’s Need Data Scientists with Asim Razvi of Intertru Inc.
The Secret to People Accepting Your Offer with Jeff Wolfe of Veloce Energy
Creating Artificial Collisions in a Remote Workplace with David Wald of Aclaimant
How Hiring the Wrong Person Eats Profits with Rocky Lalvani of Profit Comes First
The Blind Spots of Hiring Managers & Candidates with Varun Puri of Yoodli
How Innocent Interview Questions Can Become Litigation with Victor Xu of Fisher Phillips
Founder Led Recruiting Produces Extraordinary ROI with Rick Girard of Stride Search Inc.
Hiring Super A-Players with Steve Newcomb of Powerset
How Employee CEO for the Day Scales Your Organization with Ville Houttu of Vincit
What Makes People Stay or Jump Ship with Nicolas Vandenberghe of Chili Piper
Building a Performance Based Service Organization with Johnny Robinson of Orange Window Cleaning
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