Veterans' Employment Survey
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1. Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Regardless of your experience in working with veterans, please respond to each statement based on your beliefs.

	Strongly disagree	Disagree	Somewhat disagree	Neither agree nor disagree	Somewhat agree	Agree	Strongly agree
Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts.	*Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Regardless of your experience in working with veterans, please respond to each statement based on your beliefs. Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Strongly disagree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Disagree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Somewhat disagree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Somewhat agree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Agree	Veterans possess leadership skills that exceed their non-veteran counterparts. Strongly agree
Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization.	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Strongly disagree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Disagree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Somewhat disagree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Somewhat agree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Agree	Veterans come equipped with the skills needed to succeed in our organization. Strongly agree
Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team.	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Strongly disagree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Disagree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Somewhat disagree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Somewhat agree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Agree	Veterans' above average leadership skills come out while working in a team. Strongly agree
Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs.	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Strongly disagree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Disagree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Somewhat disagree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Somewhat agree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Agree	Veterans place the needs of the business ahead of their needs. Strongly agree
Veterans excel in bureaucracies.	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Strongly disagree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Disagree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Somewhat disagree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Somewhat agree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Agree	Veterans excel in bureaucracies. Strongly agree
Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership.	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Strongly disagree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Disagree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Somewhat disagree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Somewhat agree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Agree	Veterans have a "my way or the highway" attitude when it comes to leadership. Strongly agree
Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs.	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Strongly disagree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Disagree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Somewhat disagree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Somewhat agree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Agree	Veterans’ skills tend to be incompatible with our organization’s needs. Strongly agree
Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization.	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Strongly disagree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Disagree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Somewhat disagree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Somewhat agree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Agree	Veterans possess leadership styles that can help ease tension in our organization. Strongly agree
Veterans tend to be selfless team players.	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Strongly disagree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Disagree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Somewhat disagree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Somewhat agree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Agree	Veterans tend to be selfless team players. Strongly agree
Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity.	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Strongly disagree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Disagree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Somewhat disagree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Somewhat agree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Agree	Veterans tend to possess a high degree of integrity. Strongly agree
Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive.	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Strongly disagree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Disagree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Somewhat disagree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Somewhat agree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Agree	Veterans need a rigid structure to be productive. Strongly agree
Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results.	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Strongly disagree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Disagree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Somewhat disagree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Somewhat agree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Agree	Veterans tend to adjust leadership styles to the situation to achieve the best results. Strongly agree
Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector.	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Strongly disagree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Disagree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Somewhat disagree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Neither agree nor disagree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Somewhat agree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Agree	Skills gained through military service transfer well into the private sector. Strongly agree
Veterans excel in team settings.	Veterans excel in team settings. Strongly disagree	Veterans excel in team settings. Disagree	Veterans excel in team settings. Somewhat disagree	Veterans excel in team settings. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans excel in team settings. Somewhat agree	Veterans excel in team settings. Agree	Veterans excel in team settings. Strongly agree
Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own.	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Strongly disagree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Disagree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Somewhat disagree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Somewhat agree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Agree	Veterans place the needs of their subordinates ahead of their own. Strongly agree
Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative.	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Strongly disagree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Disagree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Somewhat disagree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Neither agree nor disagree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Somewhat agree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Agree	Without clearly defined responsibilities, veterans lack initiative. Strongly agree
Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture.	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Strongly disagree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Disagree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Somewhat disagree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Somewhat agree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Agree	Veterans tend to have leadership styles that would add tension to our organizational culture. Strongly agree
Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out.	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Strongly disagree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Disagree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Somewhat disagree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Neither agree nor disagree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Somewhat agree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Agree	Veterans possess valuable skills that our organization seeks out. Strongly agree

2. Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Please feel free to indicate "N/A" should you have no experience in reviewing resumes submitted by veterans; otherwise, please indicate according to your experiences.

	Strongly disagree	Disagree	Somewhat disagree	Niether agree nor disagree	Somewhat agree	Agree	Strongly agree	N/A
When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements.	*Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Please feel free to indicate "N/A" should you have no experience in reviewing resumes submitted by veterans; otherwise, please indicate according to your experiences. When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Strongly disagree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Disagree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Somewhat disagree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Niether agree nor disagree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Somewhat agree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Agree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. Strongly agree	When I receive resumes from veterans, they focus too much on military achievements. N/A
Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position.	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Strongly disagree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Disagree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Somewhat disagree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Niether agree nor disagree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Somewhat agree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Agree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. Strongly agree	Veterans’ resumes do not focus enough on areas pertinent to the position. N/A
I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes.	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Strongly disagree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Disagree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Somewhat disagree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Niether agree nor disagree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Somewhat agree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Agree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. Strongly agree	I find it difficult to interpret military jargon in resumes. N/A
Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to.	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Strongly disagree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Disagree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Somewhat disagree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Niether agree nor disagree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Somewhat agree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Agree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. Strongly agree	Veterans’ resumes tend to be highly pertinent and structured to the position being applied to. N/A

3. What is your number one concern about hiring veterans?

What is your number one concern about hiring veterans? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other psychological issues

Cultural differences

Abrasive leadership styles

Veterans harbor feelings of entitlement

Veterans can be overbearing

No concerns

Other (please specify)

4. Are you a veteran?

Are you a veteran? Yes

5. Do you have veterans working in your organization?

Do you have veterans working in your organization? Yes

6. Think of the typical employee in your organization; what is their level of education?

Think of the typical employee in your organization; what is their level of education? High school graduate

Some college

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Some graduate school

Graduate degree (MBA, MS, Ph.D., JD...etc.)

Other (please specify)

7. What is your position within your organization?

What is your position within your organization? Owner

Executive level leadership (VP and above)

Director

Mid-level manager

Low-level manager

Human Resources department

Other (please specify)

8. What is the size of your organization?

What is the size of your organization? Small business (100 employees or less)

Mid-size business (101 – 500 employees)

Large business (more than 500 employees)

9. Please indicate your organization's industry sector.

Please indicate your organization's industry sector.

10. Does your organization provide internships?

Does your organization provide internships? Yes

Yes, but not every year.

Other (please specify)

11. Does your organization expect to hire in 2012?

Does your organization expect to hire in 2012? Yes

Uncertain at this point

If yes, please indicate skill set and career level.

12. Are you aware of the tax benefits for hiring veterans?

Are you aware of the tax benefits for hiring veterans? Yes

13. Would you like to receive more information on veterans' skills and employment?

Would you like to receive more information on veterans' skills and employment? Yes

14. Would you like to be informed on "hire veterans" initiatives and job fairs?

Would you like to be informed on "hire veterans" initiatives and job fairs? Yes

If you responded "yes" to either question 13 or 14, please indicate your email address here.

15. (Optional): Please utilize the space below to make any comments regarding veterans' employment.

(Optional): Please utilize the space below to make any comments regarding veterans' employment.

Veterans' Employment SurveyExit this survey

1. Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Regardless of your experience in working with veterans, please respond to each statement based on your beliefs.

2. Please indicate the level to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements. Please feel free to indicate "N/A" should you have no experience in reviewing resumes submitted by veterans; otherwise, please indicate according to your experiences.

3. What is your number one concern about hiring veterans?

4. Are you a veteran?

5. Do you have veterans working in your organization?

6. Think of the typical employee in your organization; what is their level of education?

7. What is your position within your organization?

8. What is the size of your organization?

9. Please indicate your organization's industry sector.

10. Does your organization provide internships?

11. Does your organization expect to hire in 2012?

12. Are you aware of the tax benefits for hiring veterans?

13. Would you like to receive more information on veterans' skills and employment?

14. Would you like to be informed on "hire veterans" initiatives and job fairs?

15. (Optional): Please utilize the space below to make any comments regarding veterans' employment.

Veterans' Employment Survey
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