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:
Where You Are Screwing Up Your Hiring That Causes Boardroom Conflict with Rod Robertson of Briggs Capital
The Dangers of Screening Too Soon in the Interview Process with Joel Patterson of The Vested Group
Lessons Learned from Hiring Friends & Family with Wing Lam of Wahoo’s Fish Tacos
The Reality of Vanity Hires with Greg Toroosian of Elevate Hire
The Pivot to a Remote Interview Process with Vince Thompson of MELT
The Answer to the Widening Skills Gap is an Apprenticeship Program with Nicholas Wyman of IWSI America
Hiring 250 Remote Employees in 2 Weeks with Brock Blake of Lendio
The Method for Hiring Trustworthy Leaders Not Incompetent Managers with Tim Spiker of The Aperio
Data Driven Insight into Your Video Interview Process with Scott Sandland of Cryano.ai
Entrepreneurs & Suicide Prevention with Sally Spencer-Thomas of United Suicide Survivors International
Leveraging Your Company Values to Land the Unobtainable Talent with Darius Mirshahzadeh of The Greatness Machine Podcast
The Secrets to Building a Transparent & Fair Compensation Structure with Louis Beryl of Rocketplace
The 3 Critical Elements to Executing Your Talent Strategy for 2021 with Scott Hamilton of Executive Next Practices Institute
Why Giving Fuels Growth & Engagement with Charles Antis, Eric Morley, Wendy Ellis & Wing Lam of California Love Drop
Virtualization is Downgrading the Mental Health of Your Employees with Jodi Duva of Cox Business
Why the 30, 60, 90 Day Job Posting Wins Hires with Dan Moore of Vaporware
Employee Engagement is Driven by Performance Management & Personal Development with Michael Caito of MAP
Your Remote Workforce Will be Breached with Chuck & Anne Marie Lerch of HI Tech Hui
The Secret Talent Pool of Hiring Veterans with Jerri Rosen of Working Wardrobes
Your Local Hiring Market is Going to Disappear! Bradley Clark of RecTxt
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