CHICAGO (WLS) -- Hire a Veteran day is coming up on Monday.
So how can the men and women who serve this country prepare?
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Christian Canas, Army veteran and director of operations at the LaSalle Network, joined ABC7 Chicago Wednesday to talk more about it.
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He said it can be a little difficult for veterans to get that first job after service, but, with the right preparation, it will go well.
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Also, because of the strong job market, it might be even easier. Companies are looking to diversify their work force, Canas said
It's important for veterans to translate their skills into a civilian role, he added.