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VetBiz Resources exists to empower veterans. We provide the insights you need to transform service into success—whether through entrepreneurship, career advancement, or personal fulfillment.

From aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners to career professionals, volunteers, and hobbyists: whatever your path, we are here to support your journey with the resources you need to thrive.

VETBIZ BOOKs

Literature for the Military-Veteran Entrepreneur and Professional.

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Transitioning & Retiring

Whether you’re leaving the military or you’ve already left and if you have yet to discover, returning to civilian life can be a major challenge but fear not, a little planning can alleviate unnecessary stress.

VetBiz Resources has the curated information and resources you need to aid you in having a successful civilian life, no matter your discharge type.

INVISIBLE VETERANs

What Happens When Women Become Civilians Again Edited by Kyleanne Hunter, PhD (USMC)

Spotlights the challenges faced by our increasing cadre of military women when their service ends and they become civilians.Combining research with narrative, this book exposes common threads of lived experience and reviews the latest data on military women and their healthy reintegration into civilian society.

FEATURED RESOURCEs

Embarking on a fresh business venture is a captivating yet daunting experience. One may find it perplexing to determine the initial steps to take. Fortunately, an abundance of excellent complimentary tools exist to assist in kick-starting the planning, marketing, networking, and other crucial aspects of the process. In order to set you on the path towards success, we meticulously select incredibly valuable, paid and cost-free resources specifically tailored for small businesses.

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$39 Business Formation Service
Form Your LLC, Corporation, or Nonprofit Today! By enrolling in Northwest’s $39 formation service, they will furnish all the necessary elements to initiate your LLC, Corporation, or Nonprofit.

Registered agent and limited liability company (LLC) formation services are provided nationwide by Northwest Registered Agent, along with a range of other legal services tailored to businesses. At an affordable rate, the company offers excellent customer support from agents located across the United States. To determine if this widely-used service is suitable for your business, we invite you to read our comprehensive review of Northwest Registered Agent.

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AVIBRA

Avibra is a complimentary application, great benefits for anyone but ideal for solopreneurs and freelancers.

Commence by acquiring insurance coverage without incurring any expenses through their Well-Being Advisor. Subsequently, discover the array of benefits offered at a rate of $1 per week in their Dollar Benefits Store.

Avibra’s objective is to furnish cost-effective and easily accessible coverage to everyone, concurrently enhancing their well-being, finances, professional growth, interpersonal connections, and community involvement.

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UPSIDE

Do you often find yourself searching for affordable gasoline in your local area, yet inevitably find yourself frequenting the identical location each time? With Upside (previously known as GetUpside), you have access to a selection of nearby gas stations and collaborating establishments that provide cash back opportunities.

Upside guarantees cashback on purchases made at gas stations, grocery stores, convenience stores, and restaurants This might catch your attention if you are seeking ways to cut down on everyday expenses.

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ENTREPRENEURS WITH DISABILITIES

Entrepreneurs with disabilities are successful business owners who leverage their unique perspectives to create opportunities, with many high-profile examples like Richard Branson and Barbara Corcoran.

Resources and support exist to help them, including organizations that advocate for entrepreneurs with disabilities, funding opportunities, government contracts, and legal support for those who are self-employed and may qualify for Social Security benefits.

Examples of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities

Richard Branson: The founder of the Virgin Group, who has dyslexia, uses his experience to delegate tasks he’s not good at and focus on the big picture.

John Cronin: Co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks, who was born with Down syndrome, created a successful sock company with his father and serves as the company’s “chief happiness officer”.

Mariah Barber: Founded Invincible Strength, a platform and app designed to help people with disabilities find jobs that accommodate their needs, after personally facing employment challenges due to keratoconus.

Zeta Stevenson: A deaf entrepreneur who started her own pastry shop to provide flexibility for her family.

Sam Lawrence: An autistic individual who started a film company to develop his unique style, after being encouraged by a DVR coach.

“Twenty-five percent of CEOs are dyslexic, but many don’t want to talk about it,” Chambers, who was Cisco’s CEO between 1995 and 2005, told students at MIT last Thursday. It’s not clear where Chambers sourced his claim, but the proportion appears to gel with various pieces of research conducted on the topic.

Entrepreneurial Stories and Examples

Mariah Barber: Founded Invincible Strength, a platform to help disabled individuals find jobs, after experiencing difficulties with the accommodation process herself.

Inna and Vladimir Giterman: Both deaf, they founded Crepe Crazy, a family-run business where employees communicate using American Sign Language.

Dalton: A veteran who was medically retired, he started his own business to employ other veterans and work with the VA healthcare system, turning his experience into a way to give back.

Tiffany Yu: Founded Diversability, a community and platform to elevate disability pride after a car accident left her disabled.

Haben Girma: A deafblind lawyer and advocate, she is an example of how to overcome limitations and become a success in the legal profession, dispelling myths about the abilities of people with sensory disabilities.

Challenges and Opportunities

Barriers to funding: Securing funding through loans or venture backing can be more difficult for small business owners with disabilities.

Traditional employment challenges: Many disabled individuals choose entrepreneurship because of barriers they face in traditional employment, such as employers who are unwilling to be flexible or imagine different ways of working.

Unique perspectives: Entrepreneurial articles often emphasize that a disability can bring a unique perspective and approach to problem-solving, helping to foster innovation.

Empowerment: Going into business can be a way for disabled individuals to reclaim their identity, honor their experiences, and build community.

Resources and Support

Advocacy and organizations: Groups like 2Gether-International work to advocate for entrepreneurs with disabilities and offer resources. Other helpful organizations include the National Disability Institute.

Funding: Options include loans from lenders like the Accion Opportunity Fund, which provides small business loans, and various grant opportunities.

Government contracts: The federal government sets aside contracts for “Small Disadvantaged Businesses” and “Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses” (SDVOSB). To be eligible, your business must be 51% or more owned and controlled by a disadvantaged person or a service-disabled veteran, respectively.

Social Security benefits: If you have paid Social Security self-employment taxes, you may be eligible for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits while being self-employed.

Local Regulations: Be sure to check the specific rules and regulations for your city and county regarding licensing, permits, taxes, and zoning.

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