United States Vets in Toledo, Ohio

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Finding a Mentor Who is Right for You

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The following article from Military.com covers an important element of small business and guidance. As the growth surge continues in the Toledo area, the article includes some great and enlightening aspects and angles. We hope you are taking advantage of becoming part of the Compatriot Program, where possible mentors are waiting to share their wisdom with the veteran.

From Military.com

by Alison Napolitano

Most service members and veterans understand the importance of having a mentor in their corner. Mentors can provide honest feedback and give mentees the tools they need to work toward their goals, whether they involve being promoted to a higher rank, transitioning to a civilian career or even earning an MBA degree.

Millennials are particularly interested in building these relationships, with two-thirds of Millennials recently surveyed by the Corporate Executive Board reporting that they want a mentor. [Read more…]

In-State Tuition for Veterans

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From Military.com  September 7, 2015

Thanks to a new law, veterans will not have to worry about paying out-of-state tuition at any public university. The Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 expands a veteran’s ability to maximize his or her Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit and use that benefit at any public school in the nation regardless of residency restrictions. The current maximum tuition benefit is just over $20,000. Many states already offer in-state tuition to any veteran, but there are 18 states that are affected by this new law. Read the text of the Veterans’ Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014. Read about the GI Bill on the Military.com website.

Small Acts Can Save Lives – Navy Observes Suicide Prevention Month

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from Chief Of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) — While September is Suicide Prevention Month, subject matter experts from the 21st Century Sailor Office’s Suicide Prevention Office, OPNAV N171, say their goal isn’t to prevent suicide on just a single day or month, but every day of the year.trumpeter-569862_1280

“Every life is precious, and the fight is year-round,” said Capt. Mike Fisher, OPNAV N171 director. “We want people engaged with their shipmates every day of the year. We’re talking about being there for every Sailor, every day.” [Read more…]

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