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Myth v. Reality: Life After the Military
Let the INvets team help you get set up for success after service by busting these common myths. An estimated 200,000 people leave military service each year. If you’re thinking of getting out, you probably have questions about the best…
Hoosier Hospitality: A Tradition of Kindness
When you think of the American Midwest, you might think of potlucks, 4-H groups, and nurturing civic-minded folks. And you would be correct… Here in the US, each state brings its own unique traditions and culture to the table, but…
Navigating the Transition from Military Service to the Civilian Workplace
Military life is full of ups and downs and the same can be said for returning to the civilian workplace after your military career has ended… Much like entering the military, leaving the military is full of challenges, mixed emotions,…
How INvets and Wabash Helped Woody Start Fresh in Indiana
This inspiring video features the story of Winfred ‘Woody’ Pierre Paul, who overcame numerous challenges and utilized INvets to secure a promising new start at Wabash in Indiana. Born in Haiti and facing hardships such as family illness and personal…
3 WAYS VETERANS SAY INVETS HAS HELPED THEM MOST
As a non-profit organization founded by veterans to help other veterans, we hold the opinions of those in our community very highly. It is through the individual conversations we have with each one of the veterans we work with that…
Exploring Tech Careers After the Military
Looking for your next career move after military service? The tech industry might be for you… Leaving the military and stepping back into civilian life can be an overwhelming process. There’s a lot to consider both personally and professionally as…
MENTAL HEALTHCARE FOR VETS TRANSITIONING TO CIVILIAN LIFE
Mental healthcare for veterans has been a known need for some time. While there have been some strides in this area, the transition to civilian life still leaves many feeling stranded. Changing careers, lifestyles, and potentially places of living creates…
The Strategic Imperative of Hiring Veterans
INvets Mission Statement Partnering with veterans, their families, and Indiana communities to facilitate a meaningful transition to civilian life while strengthening Indiana’s economy. Drawing inspiration from leaders like Steve Cannon, a distinguished military veteran and former CEO of Mercedes-Benz North…
My Profound Journey
A Marine Corps Veteran’s Experience at the Vincennes University Veteran Recognition Ceremony
Community Quality of Life
Most of us who have served are well acquainted with David Goggins. The wild man running ultra marathons and sharing his story of overcoming adversity. Recently, I was discussing with someone who quoted Goggins in his favorite saying of how…
From Bad to Worse to Working: A Really Bad Year!
Please enjoy this testimonial from one of the hundreds of Veterans that INvets has helped to a positive outcome. Finding the correct position post a military career is not easy and not necessarily as fast as we would all choose….
Dispelling Myths About Military Veterans In The Civilian Workforce
Misty Cook is a former Marine Officer who is now the CEO and Founder of Concierge on Call. She recently posted this article on LinkedIn and received 1.1 million views, and over 1000 comments, which once you have reviewed it, will…