First of all, I want to commend you on considering the military. I am also considering enlisting in the Navy. Presently, I don't know anyone who has talked to a recruiter and said that they weren't ';pushy';. Some recruiters have told people to look into another branch because of their interests. My best advice for you is to get everything you want guaranteed in writing and signed by your recruiter. If they won't do it it probably means that they can't. If you have a friend, bring him/her with you to back up everything the recruiter tells you, and also to talk to afterwards. Update all of your friends and family on what you are feeling/thinking about the military. Your family and friends have nothing to gain by you joining the military, your recruiter does. Make sure you are sure about joining the military. Good luck in whatever you do! I live in Kansas (same area) as well, might see you at the recruiting office someday.What advice can you all give to a person who is getting ready to talk to a military recuiter?
Dont talk to the recruiters they will seriously tell you anything that you would wanna here. Anyone that was or is in the military bcan tell you that. Legally a recruiter is not supposed to lie. But doesnt mean that they will tell you everything they know trust me.
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most recruiters are, only cause SO MANY people change their minds or let other people talk them out of it, or they get scared and don't come back or stuff like that.
If you just want to see what's available and take the asvab... then tell them that straight up. Tell them the truth on everything- they'll find out anyway, so it's better to be honest. Just have a backbone and tell them if you change your mind... or want to wait.
the same advice i would give to a person attending a time share sale pitch:
take the free stuff, and whatever you do dont sign anything
First be sure that is what you want to do. This is a time of conflict and yes you will be sent away from home.
Second, know what you want to get into (in regards to jobs in the navy) before you talk to them. If you don't like what they show you tell them to pound sand. Never be afraid to walk out and never let them talk you into doing anything you don't want to do.
Look for jobs with high opportunity for advancement quickly. If you can talk to some one who has one of those jobs. Look for something that will help you in the long run. Something that will give you practical experience. Unless you are planning on staying in the Navy forever then you need to have some skill to fall back on.
Not everyone can fly fighter planes or be a Navy Seal.
Lastly and most importantly. Get everything they say in writing. If they won't sign their name to it then walk away.
you are entering the military.....what do you expect...do you think you are going to be selling washing machines ?????you enter the military to be a soldier.....you go to war, you kill or be killed. it is that simple
They are recruiters, after all, so they are hoping to ';sell'; you on the career opportunity in the military. You need to have a game plan, in the sense of what are you looking for as a career....and don't back down from that issue. That is the key and don't take a ';promise'; or another possible post.....it is your career, and hopefully you can accomplish this goal with the Navy. If it's impossible - and you want to be on water - then you may want to consider the Coast Guard.
Tell the recruiter the truth. Don't hide any of your shortcomings.
Go in with the attitude ';I want to serve my country. How can your branch of service help me serve my country better?'; Focus on what *you* can offer the Navy/Army/Marines/Air Force/Coast Guard rather than asking ';What's in it for me?';.
The recruiter's job is to make you see the good stuff in the Navy. If you have a good one he'll tell you the bad stuff if you ask but he'll still play up the good stuff. You hold all the cards though as your signature is what they want. Don't let an overaggressive recruiter sour you on the military if you think it would be a good deal for you. It's not all fun and games but for the right person with the right mindset it can be a stepping stone to a great career.
Do you offer college courses for career members?
Can I major in, e.g., business courses (or your desired major to earn a degree in) while in the Navy?
What training programs can I join which I can earn credit recognized by colleges?
What colleges can I attend while serving inside/outside the U.S.A?
I assume that you are still young. If so, take one of your parents with you each time you talk with the recruiter, if possible, take dad. Recruiters are a little less pushy when a father is sitting there.
Also, GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING!!!!!, don't buy that song and dance about ';they'll take care of that later';. If its not in writing in your enlistment contract, don't count on it happening!
Take your time, don't be in a rush, and DON'T LET THEM RUSH YOU! Don't fall for the talk of ';this is only good for today or tomorrow';. You are making a BIG decision here, take your time, write down your questions, make sure your questions are answered to your satisfaction before signing anything.
And good luck!
sure can...my brother wasnt sure and now he's in iraq. they make everything seem better than it really is. he told me if i see one to shot him...he was j/k but he wished he went to college instead
It's like buying a car--the recruiter is a sales guy.
Make him talk to you about intangile things, not benefits. I joined the Marines because all the other services wanted me to focus on tuition, retirement, bonuses--it made me ill.
The Marine acted like he'd rather I didn't join. He wanted men, not just warm bodies. He had me at ';What the hell do you want?';
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