Best Jobs For Retired Veterans in 2021
Let me start out by saying, if you have retired from the Military, I personally want to thank you for your service. Now, I realize you have probably heard that before and most people that say it might not be sincere. For that reason, I have compiled the best jobs for retired veterans here to offer my help.
However, as a retired veteran, I truly understand what you have accomplished for this great country. For that reason, I stand and salute you. I think today’s military is different from when I retired.
But, the skills and discipline that you learned are valuable assets in today’s job market. For that reason, you are in a different class of people that are job hunting.
You have a skill set that is above and beyond your actual MOS. Sure, you might line up a job as a defense contractor whereas you go home on Friday take off your uniform for the last time and on Monday you return to the same job wearing civilian clothes with a pay raise.
But, you could also find another career that can prove to be more lucrative than your military career. SO I have put together a list of new careers that could in fact improve your financial situation.
So what do you want to be when you grow up? Keep in mind when you joined the military you were a kid who knew nothing. You have grown up to become a man or a woman since you joined.
You may not realize it but the world is different outside of the gates of your last base. And, no matter how much you think you are prepared for your retirement you could be in for an awaking.
I know that I was. It took me a while to settle into my new world. Hopefully, with some insight that I can give, I can help you see the world as it is and to find a career that could change your life.
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Work From Home
Working from home is a great career mainly because the type of work varies so greatly. That is to say, the possibilities are unlimited to what you can accomplish from home.
I will say that anything you decide to do from home will take some time to adjust. Some days you will need to force yourself to work. With that in mind, here some suggestions to get you thinking.
Firstly, there are multiple companies that have huge work from the home force. Especially during this pandemic that is scaring everyone.
Most office work can be accomplished from the comfort of your home. Meetings can be handled virtually and still accomplish the same goal.
1. Virtual Assistant – Average Salary $35,000
2. Medical Transcriptionist – Average Salary $33,000
3. Translator – Average Salary $45,000
4. Designer/Web Developer – Average Salary $76,000
5. Travel Agent – Average Salary $32,000
6. Call Center Representative – Average Salary $31,000
7. Technical Support Specialist – Average Salary $47,000
8. Online Teacher – Average Salary $52,000
9. Graphic Designer – Average Salary $44,000
10. Editor – Average Salary $52,000
The above is just a small list of things that can be accomplished from home. Almost every company has a work from home program in place today, which means for you can live anywhere and work from anywhere. Therefore, you don’t necessarily have to sell the house and move.
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Become An Entrepreneur
You already understand hard work and dedication why not utilize that skill for yourself? Chances are you have already dabbled around with a couple of businesses already.
Maybe they failed, or may you had to transfer and could not keep the business going. Whatever the reason most retires that I meet have this overwhelming desire to finally do something for themselves.
It is no secret that you can make more money for yourself than you can working to make someone else rich with your skills. At this point in your life, you have already had people working for you.
You have seen some sort of distribution center. And you understand the basics of a corporation. There are literally thousands of businesses that you already understand and are skilled for.
Now, don’t misunderstand the fact that any business adventure that you embark on will take an unprecedented level of commitment both physically and financially.
But I truly believe it is worth the sacrifice in the long run. Here are a few examples of what you can be when you grow up. I am not going to list the salaries because you are the only one standing in the way of reaching the sky when you own your own business.
2. Consultant
5. Sell Items Online
6. Retail Business
7. Tutor
9. Service Technician
Real Estate
A real estate career can be lucrative depending on where you live in the country. Don’t get wrong a real estate agent can make great money no matter where you live.
However, there are some parts of the country where the current housing market is on fire and the price of houses is crazy high. I don’t recommend packing up and moving to these areas just to start your real estate career.
Where you live is a great place to start. There are some cons that most agents will not openly share with you. To start with the start-up costs will put a hit on your pocketbook.
First, there is the cost of training and licensing. When you get licensed you need to find a broker to work with. In most cases, monthly desk fees, and technology fees are usually charged by the broker you work for.
With that in mind, you will need marketing materials. For example, business cards, and Marketing Flyers just to start. After all, no one knows who you are.
Because no one really knows you and what you do you could easily spend thousands of dollars getting set up as a Realtor. One thing that I noticed as a Realtor, is that every day someone will call you with the latest and great way to attract leads for your new career.
These leads are not FREE by the way. Depending on how you go about getting started you could plan on spending around $2000 per month buying leads.
But hey you have to spend money to make money right. What I have found most companies that call with the latest and greatest lead generation really doesn’t have anything special.
You will valuable time chasing these leads with very little results. One last bout a career as a real estate agent, as with all legitimate careers results do not happen overnight. It takes a couple of years to start making a decent income.
Financial Advisor
Although licensing is hard becoming a financial advisor is a perfect job for you. More than likely you have a circle of friends that you have collected over the years.
This is a perfect start to building your financial advisor business. You can start by joining a company then venturing off on your own once your license and skills are in place.
Sell Insurance
I realize that life insurance is probably not a hot sexy topic but the truth is everyone needs it and very few people have it. That is to say, you should have a large database to start with. Since selling insurance is a people game you can easily turn past friendships into new clients.
There are several different types of insurance that can be sold. However, life insurance has the largest passive income payout. In most cases, depending on the company you work for, the first year the customer signs up pays the most of your commission.
Drive a Truck
Depending on what your job was in the military you might already have a CDL license. If not then your GI Bill will pay for the training.
Driving a truck is a great way to not only see the country but, make a good living as well. Even if you don’t want to travel across the country there are many local routes that are in need of CDL drivers.
This good paying job can pay better if you own your own truck and trailer. Truck drivers are in great demand and will always be needed no matter what the economy is doing.
Final Thoughts
As you can see I have laid out some of the best jobs for retired veterans. Although this list is not complete it should provide you with some thought-provoking ideas of a direction to work towards.
Your opportunities are limitless when comes to your new career. You have learned skills that most people will never know. My suggestion is to sit down and think about what you want to be when you grow up?
I have found after a lot of trial and error that I love working for myself more than I liked working for someone else. If that is something you are thinking about, be prepared to push hard and never give up.
You have been practicing this motto of never giving up for a long time now it is time to put this thought to work for you.
Thank you for reading and I hope I was able to leave something for you. If you have any experience that you would like to share or want to leave a comment or a question. Leave them below and I will certainly get back in a timely manner.
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This is a very interesting information you have here. This will be great news to retired veterans to get to know about best jobs available for them to take advantage of in 2021. Retiring and knowing that there still a source of income brings a sense of comfort and relief. I haven’t experienced this, but I have seen a lot of retirees going through this moment of joy.
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This is great to know that there are jobs available for retired veterans. 2020 is fast coming to end, so such opportunities can be fully taken advantage of in the new year that’s coming soon – 2021. These jobs are well paying jobs, and it would be advisable for any retired veteran to take advantage of this information. I will do good to share this article and create awareness about these jobs for veterans that are retired.
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Hey there, thanks a lot for sharing this article I really enjoyed going through your article because I have had great love for army veterans since I was a kid and though I am not a veteran, I have so many army veteran friends which I know will enjoy this article especially the ones who are retired
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I’m not retired, but I still served and am still a veteran. I think someone like me would also be able to benefit from these jobs, especially from the great military experience I received, and you probably did as well. Thank you for sharing this information. It’s hard for vets to adjust to civilian life after getting out.
I am in the middle of an article for veterans as well coming soon I hope. I agree, no matter if you spend a lifetime or just 4 years the adjustment is very difficult. It is not something the military prepares you for. Thank you for your service