2007-03-07 02:14:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
That depends on your role. Those in leadership positions are able to solve problems on their own. Lower ranks pretty much do what they're told. It depends on the leadership, but is the same as most other places. If the leader micromanages, you have no room for creativity because you're told how to do the job. I've had several good leaders who simply tell me what needs to get done, and I do whatever I feel will get the job done.
2007-03-07 02:20:51 · answer #1 · answered by Jeff Z 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not at all, quite to the contrary. Military training teaches you to adapt and overcome. Initial basic training does suppress the individualistic spirit, but that is just to get you on the team and learn standards and discipline that are different for the ones you grew up with...once you have that down, creativeness, ingenuity and innovativeness are richly rewarded.
2007-03-07 10:23:36 · answer #2 · answered by Captain Jack 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes. The military is all about teamwork. There are ample opportunities for individual achievement and advancement, but the First Amendment doesn't really apply to soldiers.
2007-03-07 10:45:24 · answer #3 · answered by bugs280 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I doubt that it does. I know of many creative people who served in the military. I imagine that army training does squash that spirit, but I'm sure that people can separate how they behave on duty versus off-duty.
2007-03-07 10:19:05 · answer #4 · answered by leaptad 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i am retired us army 21 years...75-96...you will get a rude awakening at boot camp...I was a drill instructor 2 times...they focus on team effort...the military does...once you leave boot and get to a permanent station..things change...your free time is to do pretty well as you wish(within the law)....hope this helps...good luck
2007-03-07 10:24:19 · answer #5 · answered by Michael K 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You bet it does.Yoiu give up some of your civilian rights under the constitution also, and are bound by the UCMJ.
2007-03-07 13:27:55 · answer #6 · answered by WC 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so.
Didn't you see the guys with the misspelled "help us John Kerrry" banner?
I thought that was very creative.
2007-03-07 10:33:40 · answer #7 · answered by FOA 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Why don't you join up and find out for yourself?
2007-03-07 10:17:48 · answer #8 · answered by Team Chief 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋