At SkyWater Search Partners, we believe that vibrant communities are built through strong community partnerships. One way we live by that value is through our Employee of the Quarter Award. Each quarter, we honor a top-performing team member with the gift of a substantial financial donation, in their name, to a nonprofit organization of their choosing, whether they serve a local neighborhood or a world community in need of support.
This Veterans Day, we’re reminded of the courage, resilience, and dedication that our nation’s veterans have demonstrated in serving our country. For their bravery and commitment, veterans deserve not only our gratitude but our support as they transition back into civilian life. One of the best ways we can honor their service is by offering meaningful career opportunities.
Veterans bring a wide array of skills and qualities that enrich the workplace. Their military experience instills values like discipline, teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to perform under pressure—traits that translate seamlessly to many industries. By hiring veterans, organizations can tap into a unique and highly skilled talent pool, while veterans benefit from a supportive environment where their skills and dedication are appreciated and put to valuable use.
Unmatched Leadership Skills: Veterans are often trained to lead by example, make tough decisions, and inspire others, even in challenging situations. Their ability to manage, motivate, and guide a team is a powerful asset to any organization.
Commitment to Mission: Military personnel are accustomed to prioritizing the mission. This commitment to purpose and the ability to work with determination align well with corporate goals and can drive long-term success.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Service members encounter unpredictable challenges that require fast, creative, and effective problem-solving. They are skilled at adapting to changing situations—whether in combat or logistics—and bring that quick thinking to the workplace.
Diverse Skill Sets: The military trains individuals in various technical and interpersonal skills, from cybersecurity and engineering to logistics and medical care. Veterans have valuable expertise that is relevant across many sectors.
Resilience and Reliability: Veterans are resilient and accustomed to handling stress. They understand responsibility and accountability, which can be a stabilizing presence in any team.
Create Veteran-Friendly Job Postings: Highlight specific qualities or certifications that veterans may have. This can help veterans see how their experience aligns with the role.
Offer Training Programs: Transition training or upskilling programs can help veterans adjust more easily to civilian job roles. Mentorship programs are also an excellent way to support them as they settle in their new environment.
Connect with Veteran Support Organizations: Several organizations, including Hiring Our Heroes and Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS), are dedicated to helping veterans find work. Partnering with these organizations can make your hiring process smoother and more impactful.
Value Diversity of Experience: Veterans bring a unique perspective that can contribute to diversity and inclusion efforts within your company. Recognizing and valuing these experiences makes for a richer workplace culture.
Hiring veterans is not just a way to say “thank you” but a smart investment that can strengthen any organization. This Veterans Day, let’s show our appreciation not just in words but in action by creating opportunities that welcome our service members back into the workforce. They have served us well; now, let’s do our part to serve them.
To all veterans: we honor you, we thank you, and we support you.
When we achieve success or hit a major milestone at SkyWater Search Partners, we know who got us there: our team members. To celebrate our tenth anniversary as an organization, we wanted to say Thank You to the three extraordinary leaders who have been with us since the very beginning with a gift that was unforgettable, experiential, and completely designed by each recipient:
July 4th, Independence Day, holds a special place in the hearts of those who live in the United States. It is a federal holiday celebrated with patriotic displays, fireworks, barbecues, and more. Whether you consider yourself patriotic or not, there's a good chance you still appreciate the chance to enjoy the summer and recharge for a day. Here are some things to consider as a US Employer.
At SkyWater Search Partners, we believe that vibrant communities are built through strong community partnerships. Each quarter, we honor a top-performing team member with the gift of a substantial financial donation, in their name, to a nonprofit organization of their choosing.
As Minnesotans celebrate Juneteenth as a state holiday for the second year, we would like to pass along this story about Minnesota playwright and activist Rose McGee. McGee’s long-running play, “Kumbayah The Juneteenth Story,” has been bringing the meaning of this holiday to life for communities across our state and several others, through the power of storytelling, music, and sweet potato pie.
SkyWater Search Partners is honored to be recognized by Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journals (MSPBJ) as a 2024 Best Place to Work. This is the 9th time we have received this distinction. As always, we are delighted to see our continuous investments in talent and our commitment to our values validated so powerfully and publicly.
Yet one of the most consequential - and frankly, easy to control – tools in the hiring manager's toolkit continues to go under leveraged: delivering an excellent candidate experience.
In the intricate dance of hiring, salary negotiation is often the most fraught with trepidation. Yet, understanding its subtle complexities can transform it from a dreaded encounter into an opportunity for mutual gain. Here are five golden rules to remember before you make that next offer.
“Don’t quit your job until you’ve lined up a new one.”
How many times have you heard that little chestnut? (In full disclosure, it’s advice I routinely dispense myself.) But like all good rules, this one has some important exceptions. When you’re trapped in a toxic job, the path to “something better” can be a steep, rocky, exhausting – and increasingly treacherous – climb.
If you’re stuck there now, you simply may not have the luxury, mental energy, or emotional wherewithal to launch a winning job search. More importantly, though, is this little fact that’s too often overlooked in the heat of the moment: you might not be in the best head space to know what your next job should be. Figuring th
at out requires time, introspection, and, ideally, a little healthy distance.
