IST’s New Partnership with PaYS (Partnership for Your Success)

Ep. 26: IST’s New Partnership with PaYS (Partnership for Your Success)

Regional Operations Manager and Army Veteran Charles Riddervold shares his experience with the Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program, an initiative by the United States Army to help veterans transition into civilian careers, and IST's brand new partnership.



Sourcing military veterans for career opportunities highlights their strong work ethic, leadership skills, and commitment to excellence. On Outside-IN, we touch on the misconceptions about the military, the importance of leadership training, and the role of creativity in finding innovative hiring solutions.

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    • PaYS Program and Its Importance: The Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program is a United States Army initiative designed to help veterans transition into civilian careers by guaranteeing them an interview with partner companies. Charles, having served 28 years in the Army, emphasizes the significance of this program in aiding veterans to integrate into civilian life and utilize their skills effectively.
    • Veterans' Transition Challenges: Veterans face challenges in translating their military skills and experiences into terms that civilian employers can understand. The program helps bridge this gap, ensuring veterans can communicate their value to potential employers.
    • Department of Defense's Role: Charles points out the advantage of the PaYS program being run by the Department of Defense, highlighting the access it provides to transitioning soldiers and the unique position of the Army in offering such a program compared to other military branches.
    • Benefits for Companies like IST: Hiring veterans through the PaYS program offers companies like IST employees who are known for their reliability, discipline, and professional values. Charles discusses how these attributes contribute positively to a business's operations and customer service aspects.
    • Leadership and Empathy: The discussion delves into the misconception that military training only produces dogmatic leaders. Charles argues that military leadership is adaptable and empathetic, focusing on understanding and leading people effectively, which is also beneficial in civilian roles.
    • Veteran Hiring as Part of IST's Strategy: Charles envisions success for IST’s partnership with the PaYS program in terms of hiring veterans across the country for various positions, underlining the broader objective of integrating veteran hiring into the company’s recruitment strategy.

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