Google+ has created a way for military vets to become re-integrated into everyday society with the creation of VetNetHQ.com.
VetNet is a social network that uses Google+ as the platform to help military vets find jobs, gain valuable skills training, talk to other veterans as well as industry professionals.
Much of the challenges faced by military vets after a tour of duty come from the stark contrast of the responsibilities of civilian life versus those within the military structure. They go from being in a highly regimented environment where they are tasked with specific missions and objectives to being totally free to move about, yet tasked with tons of different options. This change can be daunting to say the least.
This project is a collaboration between several veterans organizations and is completely free to military vets.
Post-Military Employment Networks
Military Vets Can Now Use NetVet to Navigate Civilian Job Market
Trend Themes
1. Re-integration Networks - Creating social networks and online platforms to help military veterans transition into civilian life and find employment opportunities.
2. Skills Training Platforms - Developing online platforms that provide military veterans with valuable skills training to enhance their job prospects in the civilian market.
3. Online Support Communities - Building online communities where military veterans can connect with each other as well as industry professionals for support and guidance in navigating the civilian job market.
Industry Implications
1. Social Networking - Exploring ways to leverage existing social networking platforms, like Google+, to create specialized networks for specific user groups, such as military veterans.
2. Online Education - Expanding online education platforms to cater to the unique needs of military veterans by providing skills training tailored to their experience and career goals.
3. Career Services - Developing innovative career services and job placement platforms that focus on assisting military veterans in finding meaningful employment in the civilian sector.