I could go on and on about the Iraq War, but will not. This blog is about careers, jobs, and all things work related.

What does concern me though, and I feel is appropriate to address in this space, is the growing number of emails I get from veterans, many from Iraq, about how hard it is for them to find jobs when they return.

They have lots of experience, everything from managing platoons, to figuring out how to rescue wounded while people area shooting at them. It’s hands on experience you will never get in an office, and I would think such thinking on your feet would be valuable to any company in the U.S.

Alas, just seeing military service on a resume seems to be turning off many hiring managers. At least that’s what these Vets tell me.

I’m addressing the issue in my column this Monday, on Memorial Day, and I hope I can provide a small bit of advice to these guys. No matter where you stand on the War there is no way you wouldn’t be for making it easier on returning veterans when it comes to finding a job.

Let’s all somehow help them exchange their guns for briefcases.