Career Advice & Resources for Job Seekers

From the Marine Corps to Emergency Medical Services: Why AmeriPro Health is Investing in Veteran Talent

3/19/2026 9:42:26 AM

For AmeriPro Health, hiring veterans isn’t just a recruiting strategy. It’s part of the company’s DNA. Founded by Larry Richardson, Marine Corps veteran and CEO of AmeriPro Health, the company has grown from a small operation with 10 ambulances into a multi-state emergency medical services provider serving more than three million people across the United States.

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Myth #7: Degrees Automatically Lead to Higher Pay

3/18/2026 2:53:15 PM

Many transitioning service members believe that earning a degree will automatically result in a higher starting salary. While education can certainly expand career options, the labor market does not reward degrees themselves.

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Myth #6 - Companies Are Lined Up Waiting to Hire You

3/11/2026 9:46:38 AM

Transitioning service members often hear an encouraging message as they prepare to enter the civilian workforce: companies want veterans. Organizations respect military service. Opportunities will be abundant. There is truth in that, as many employers actively seek military talent because they recognize the discipline, accountability, technical competence, and leadership developed through service.

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Myth #5: Veterans Are Uniquely Underemployed

3/4/2026 8:52:53 AM

For years, the idea that veterans are uniquely underemployed has circulated through news stories and advocacy campaigns. The implication is that employers either don’t understand veterans’ skills and leadership, or worse, that they don’t value them. The truth is more practical and encouraging.

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Myth #4: You Need to Find Your Passion Before You Can Find a Job

2/25/2026 2:59:31 PM

Most successful careers do not begin with passion. They begin with opportunity, capability and economic stability. Passion frequently develops later as you build skills, gain confidence and begin to see the impact of your work.

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Myth #3: Military Spouse Unemployment is at 23% Because Employers Don’t Recognize Milspouse Talent

2/18/2026 9:40:13 AM

If you’ve spent any time around military spouse employment conversations, you’ve heard the headline: “Military spouse unemployment is 23%.” Then comes the explanation: “Employers don’t recognize military spouse skills.”

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Myth 2: You Should Not Talk to a Recruiter Until You Are Actively Job Searching

2/4/2026 11:15:19 AM

Many veterans believe they should wait to talk to a recruiter until they are ready to make a move. It feels practical: why reach out early if you are not prepared to switch jobs? But waiting until you are in an active search can actually limit your options and create unnecessary pressure.

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Skills-First: How to Show Employers What You Can Really Do

1/28/2026 12:50:43 PM

Most veterans have done far more in their military careers than a civilian resume can capture. You have led teams, solved problems, trained others, adapted quickly, and delivered results under pressure. These strengths are powerful, yet many candidates struggle to show employers what they can actually do.

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Staying Too Comfortable Can Hold You Back

1/21/2026 2:36:25 PM

It is natural to want stability after your military career. A reliable job, predictable schedule, and familiar routine can bring a sense of comfort during a major life transition. But for many veterans, that comfort can slowly become something else: career stagnation.

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You Do Not Need Technical Experience to Stand Out

1/14/2026 9:50:09 AM

Many veterans hesitate to pursue new career opportunities because they believe they need technical experience, specific certifications, or industry credentials before they can be considered. This belief keeps talented candidates from exploring roles where they could excel and grow quickly.

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