service as a squad leader in a marine rifle platoon? would being a grunt make me look like a dummy? lol im serious. just wondering would it be a good idea to put that in my resume and yes i was deployed.
2006-11-09 12:28:59 · 11 answers · asked by Beaujock 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
i would love to hear from employers about my question
2006-11-09 12:31:27 · update #1
i don't think that it would hurt you in any way to put that in
2006-11-09 12:30:44 · answer #1 · answered by Seba 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Military is always a good thing to put on a resume, unless you had a less than exemplary record. Still, you have to report it.
Being in charge of a squad shows leadership and discipline responsibility. You can't "kiss butt" to get that. Employers like military leadership.
Don't discount your service to our country or what you did. Be proud you protected the freedom of 300 million of your fellow citizens.
2006-11-09 12:39:21 · answer #2 · answered by Joe S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a business owner I'd take an ex military person over a non military any day of the week. The main reason is that those who served in the military have discipline, know how to follow direction, take their responsibilities seriously, get the job done and they are team players. So the answer is Hell Yes, Put it on.
2006-11-09 12:44:07 · answer #3 · answered by a_khaze 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a military wife, I think it's a great idea. Think of what you learned in the military - organization, respecting authority, discipline, restraint, management skills (leadership, motivation), and the list goes on. All of these things would be very beneficial to any company. However, if the recruiter has never been in or close to anyone in the military, they may be the dummy and pass up on a potentially great employee. Good luck
2006-11-09 12:33:24 · answer #4 · answered by Karen T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, definitely put it on. A position like that, although not related to computers, shows that you can handle responsibility and can work under a tremendous amount of pressure. At my company, we love to hire ex-military because they have been forced to work and typically don't slack on the job. Employers also get credit from the government for hiring veterans.
2006-11-09 12:39:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is definetly a good idea to but it in. Putting this in will show you are hardworking and dedicated to the job. If you have other good qualifications being in the military would not make you look like a "dummy"
2006-11-09 12:30:48 · answer #6 · answered by darkmage1235 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be sure the resume objective states what you WANT to be doing, not what you are doing now. Also, find a way to make it show how you will benefit the company, not what you are looking for FROM the company. Check out the link below for more information.
2016-05-22 01:40:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be PROUD of being in the military just because you didn't have alot of computer experience doesn't mean that you are not a hard worker, dedicated, disciplined, respectful etc. Really there are alot more than just the comp experience that you learned right?
2006-11-09 12:32:26 · answer #8 · answered by natmys333 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course by all means, it shows that you have discipline and no doubt had to make it through some tough times.....a marine....never minimize that you were military, that's what has made this country great!
2006-11-09 12:33:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were a squad leader, that shows both leadership and discipline. Can't hurt in my opinion.
2006-11-09 12:31:33 · answer #10 · answered by burnquist11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I own our own business and to tell you the truth it would make a difference to us, not only because you are a vet but because you show leadership qualities.
Good luck on your job and show them all that you have to show you wont be sorry.
2006-11-09 12:37:11 · answer #11 · answered by mamaac43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋