Military?

[V1P3Rt3Ch]

Lol, if they think the Military is bad for getting screwed over just wait till they try to climb the ladder in any civilian corporate arena. It's much more of a cutthroat atmosphere.

The great thing about being a first term airman is that if you don't like the job you're in, you have the opportunity to re-train or do a special duty assignment.


Just like any other job, if you put your best foot forward, you will be recognized and good things will come to you. If you feel you're being discriminated against their is the MEO (military equal opportunity) office to handle your claim.

 

[zahanbil]

Now I can go on and on about why I would love to get out of the military. Normally I would make a pretty damn good paycheck with the level of experience and my clearance... but with today's economy it's not very realistic for me. So weigh the goods vs the bads and right now I'm in a comfortable situation. Such is life.

I like how you're not sulky about your decision/ career choice. Not saying it bothers me that he is, because I would have probably put a bullet in my head with all the things he went through, but it's just refreshing to hear someone take it all in stride.

 

[knowsbleed]

I'm definitely not sulky... I'm just realistic. The military has it's ups and downs, there is not as much freedom as a civilian job... but then again, I'm not going to get laid off from the military either. I have a guaranteed paycheck and the skills I've acquired have been very valuable from a technical and managerial standpoint. I'm in the IT field so I know that if I got out I would probably be able to land a decent job... but if I make it all the way to 20 then I will also have that retirement check to back me up. Plus there are plenty of companies that look upon military experience favorably. It equals discipline in your craft and if you have a degree you're even more golden. And if anything, the military, or at least the Air Force, really emphasizes you improving yourself by achieving higher learning.

If someone is enthusiastic about joining the Air Force why should I tell them not to? It could be a smart decision if they know what they are getting into. Plus, a steady paycheck for 4 years along with the experience they could possibly get would be valuable if they decided not to reenlist.

Here's the kicker... do NOT get in trouble when you are in the military... you WILL not get away with it. You will most likely go to jail, depending on the severity of what you've done. Anything drug related = you're going to jail. Just because the Air Force calls their barracks dorms doesn't mean you are in college.

 

[jks]

So long as we're talkin' bout Basic, any 323 Vipers here?

326 bulldogs

 

[V1P3Rt3Ch]

322nd Candyland Reporting In!

Actually we were the Big Dogs, but everyone knows the story about how a flight tried to hide candy in the ceiling of their dorm. Turns out a water pipe burst during an inspection, when they went to check out what it was, the ceiling tile broke and candy spilled all over the floor.

 

[knowsbleed]

I barely even remember what squadron I was in... it's been so long. I think the 331st? I don't remember what we were called. Some form of animal.

 

[captainrogers]

322nd Candyland Reporting In!

Actually we were the Big Dogs, but everyone knows the story about how a flight tried to hide candy in the ceiling of their dorm. Turns out a water pipe burst during an inspection, when they went to check out what it was, the ceiling tile broke and candy spilled all over the floor.

Me too! I laughed my butt off at that story! t:

 

[captainrogers]

I'm definitely not sulky... I'm just realistic. The military has it's ups and downs, there is not as much freedom as a civilian job... but then again, I'm not going to get laid off from the military either. I have a guaranteed paycheck and the skills I've acquired have been very valuable from a technical and managerial standpoint. I'm in the IT field so I know that if I got out I would probably be able to land a decent job... but if I make it all the way to 20 then I will also have that retirement check to back me up. Plus there are plenty of companies that look upon military experience favorably. It equals discipline in your craft and if you have a degree you're even more golden. And if anything, the military, or at least the Air Force, really emphasizes you improving yourself by achieving higher learning.

If someone is enthusiastic about joining the Air Force why should I tell them not to? It could be a smart decision if they know what they are getting into. Plus, a steady paycheck for 4 years along with the experience they could possibly get would be valuable if they decided not to reenlist.

Here's the kicker... do NOT get in trouble when you are in the military... you WILL not get away with it. You will most likely go to jail, depending on the severity of what you've done. Anything drug related = you're going to jail. Just because the Air Force calls their barracks dorms doesn't mean you are in college.

Exactly, QFT, and all that jazz. And I WISH more of the newer Airman (or newcomers in any of the other branches for that matter) understood that last sentence BEFORE coming into training. Getting into trouble is NOT worth the fleeting moments of "fun" you have while partaking in drugs, and to be perfectly honest, I wouldn't want you working at my side, anyway.

 

[zahanbil]

but if I make it all the way to 20 then I will also have that retirement check to back me up.

Okay, looks like I mis-spoke. He was only serving for what seems like 4 years or so. He's only 23, so he can't be retired. What's the proper term for him being done and out?

 

[Silverstein]

I'm definitely not sulky... I'm just realistic. The military has it's ups and downs, there is not as much freedom as a civilian job... but then again, I'm not going to get laid off from the military either. I have a guaranteed paycheck and the skills I've acquired have been very valuable from a technical and managerial standpoint. I'm in the IT field so I know that if I got out I would probably be able to land a decent job... but if I make it all the way to 20 then I will also have that retirement check to back me up. Plus there are plenty of companies that look upon military experience favorably. It equals discipline in your craft and if you have a degree you're even more golden. And if anything, the military, or at least the Air Force, really emphasizes you improving yourself by achieving higher learning.

If someone is enthusiastic about joining the Air Force why should I tell them not to? It could be a smart decision if they know what they are getting into. Plus, a steady paycheck for 4 years along with the experience they could possibly get would be valuable if they decided not to reenlist.

Here's the kicker... do NOT get in trouble when you are in the military... you WILL not get away with it. You will most likely go to jail, depending on the severity of what you've done. Anything drug related = you're going to jail. Just because the Air Force calls their barracks dorms doesn't mean you are in college.

My only drug is alcohol, and I can leave it to better my life in the USAF. I'm just scared. I don't want to lose the halcyon days with my GF, and yeah she said she'd wait...But it's comfortable right now. It's good.

Why do something that will stop it? I'm just so confused. I REALLY want to learn about planes and air force stuff, get the experience, and earn ranks....But I don't want to leave home.

Like if you could do the basic trainning(8 1/2 weeks of not calling home or do you get calls/visits?), stay for 2 years doing E2 stuff (with the freedom of calling home and visiting the GF....if only for the weekends), then I'd instantly join.

 

[knowsbleed]

Okay, looks like I mis-spoke. He was only serving for what seems like 4 years or so. He's only 23, so he can't be retired. What's the proper term for him being done and out?

Veteran.

Why do something that will stop it? I'm just so confused. I REALLY want to learn about planes and air force stuff, get the experience, and earn ranks....But I don't want to leave home.

If you don't want to travel... do not join the military. Foreal.

You might want to consider joining the reserves or the national guard.

Like if you could do the basic trainning(8 1/2 weeks of not calling home or do you get calls/visits?), stay for 2 years doing E2 stuff (with the freedom of calling home and visiting the GF....if only for the weekends), then I'd instantly join.

You might get a phone call or two during basic training... it was so long ago I can't even remember... no visits until you graduate.

 

[SuBe]

Joining the Marine Corps was the Best Decision I've ever made.

 

[Silverstein]

I spoke with some recruiters today. But they started getting on my case because I was involved with an accident. And they said I can't join if I take anti-depressants and stuff. (which is ********...)

So it's like either pretend to not be sad, join the usaf...and not take my pills.

Sit at home and watch myself die....and take my pills but be all smiles and sunshine.

 

[SuBe]

Its not true, you just have to get a waiver. But, the AirForce is good for you too.

My brother loves it. I haven't read through the thread, what branch were you going to join?

 

[roach]

US NAVY in the house

 

[V1P3Rt3Ch]

I spoke with some recruiters today. But they started getting on my case because I was involved with an accident. And they said I can't join if I take anti-depressants and stuff. (which is ********...)

So it's like either pretend to not be sad, join the usaf...and not take my pills.

Sit at home and watch myself die....and take my pills but be all smiles and sunshine.

You can get wavered if you show that you're able to operate normally without taking anti-depressants. I had to go through the same thing saying that I didn't need drugs for my misdiagnosed ADD. I don't know your personal medical condition, but I do know that living your life on anti-depressants shackles you to the pharmaceutical industry. I (and I'm not a doctor) suggest trying to get off the pills. You can always get off the pills, join the AF, then use your free medical benefits to get anti-depressants if you really need them at that point in your life.

The key here is to obtain and keep a positive as well as a persistent attitude in joining. If you're going to get off your pills I suggest taking up running since it will increase endorphins in your brain, that or *********e.

Depending on where home is for you, you can always put on your base of preference sheet bases where you'd like to be located (somewhere close to home). Don't look at traveling as a bad thing, it is a GOOD thing. You get to experience more places, different people and make extra money from your travel expenses! That being said, not everyone travels all the time. It just depends on what career field you end up getting into.

 

[captainrogers]

You can get wavered if you show that you're able to operate normally without taking anti-depressants. I had to go through the same thing saying that I didn't need drugs for my misdiagnosed ADD. I don't know your personal medical condition, but I do know that living your life on anti-depressants shackles you to the pharmaceutical industry. I (and I'm not a doctor) suggest trying to get off the pills. You can always get off the pills, join the AF, then use your free medical benefits to get anti-depressants if you really need them at that point in your life.

The key here is to obtain and keep a positive as well as a persistent attitude in joining. If you're going to get off your pills I suggest taking up running since it will increase endorphins in your brain, that or *********e.

Depending on where home is for you, you can always put on your base of preference sheet bases where you'd like to be located (somewhere close to home). Don't look at traveling as a bad thing, it is a GOOD thing. You get to experience more places, different people and make extra money from your travel expenses! That being said, not everyone travels all the time. It just depends on what career field you end up getting into.

That is maybe why I run 9 miles a day. It is less awkward for myself and my roomate.