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Email signatures for military veterans
A civilian business contact should first explain the work you do now. Mention veteran status or service history only when relevant to that correspondence, and replace old service contact details with your current employer’s information.
Fictional examples. Replace sample credentials and licence numbers with your own verified details.
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What to include
- Current civilian role and service history only if relevant
- Current employer or civilian business
- Service credential only where relevant and appropriate
- A civilian business contact rather than old service contact details
- Professional profile
- Professional name and a business email address
What to leave out
- Language implying current military authority
- Images containing your only contact details
- More than one primary call to action
Questions for military veterans
What should military veterans put first?
Lead with your name, then your role. Include current civilian role and service history only if relevant where it helps recipients identify you.
Which link belongs in a military veteran signature?
Use a link to your professional profile. Label the destination clearly and check it before pasting the signature into your mail client.