Does My Military Service Give Me an Edge as an Entrepreneur?

CPT Hannibal Bray — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 14:42:48 -0400

Whether you decide to buy a franchise, joint venture with well-established partners, or found your own company from scratch, your military service is a tremendous asset. Your mission focus and commitment to do whatever it takes (ethically, of course) will distinguish you from the competition. My best advice? Follow your heart, and find a mentor. If you're truly passionate about it... you'll find a way to profit from it.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/tykiisel/2014/06/18/three-reasons-veterans-make-great-entrepreneurs/

Three Reasons Veterans Make Great Entrepreneurs

Not too long ago I spoke with John Panaccione, a Board Director of VettoCEO.org, a group that helps veterans make the leap from active military service to entrepreneurship. Their goal is to help the men and women who have served in the military leverage the skills they’ve learned serving our [...]

Response by SSG Lawrence Crow made Mar 27 at 2015 3:03 PM

SSG Lawrence Crow — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 15:03:55 -0400

Excellent post and advice. Some time ago I posted an article on LinkedIn about the Top Ten Reasons to recruit Military Veterans. Seems we are on the same page.

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Mar 27 at 2015 3:04 PM

Maj Chris Nelson — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 15:04:59 -0400

Or the last answer for me..... Hmmm not sure. I do not have the business sense to start my own business....will be an outstanding employee for others.

Response by SSG Lawrence Crow made Mar 27 at 2015 3:21 PM

SSG Lawrence Crow — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 15:21:02 -0400

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