The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) recently released a report highlighting the role of veterans in today’s workforce. While many people envision a traditional path from education to leadership roles, there is another equally powerful route: military service combined with ongoing education, whether online or in-person.
Many veterans pursue their degrees while serving, gaining not only academic knowledge but also real-world leadership, technical skills, and professional discipline. Whether they choose to continue their military careers or transition into the business world or other sectors, their experiences provide a strong foundation for success.
Military service instills discipline, focus, adaptability, teamwork, and a deep commitment to core values—all of which are highly transferable to leadership roles in civilian organizations. Veterans often bring advanced technological expertise and a mission-first mindset that enhances organizational performance.
According to SHRM’s findings:
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Approximately 200,000 U.S. service members transition to the civilian workforce each year.
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98% of HR professionals agree that veterans excel in both team-based and independent work environments.
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Veterans outperform their civilian counterparts in work ethic (68%), teamwork (61%), and leadership (58%).
Veterans bring more than service—they bring value, vision, and a unique set of strengths that help organizations grow and thrive.
A few Other articles:
Army Values: An example of some of the values promoted.
Veterans in Leadership Positions: An interesting piece on veterans and leadership
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