From the way he does his/her job and his behavior at work.
2007-08-11 15:38:36 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I was in the military too. Part 2 of question. Here is a scenario:
You have to complete a very important job. It must be done, no ifs and or butts about it. It must be done correctly as well. You do however get to organize a team. There are only 3 groups. 1 group has military experience. 1 goup has only civilian experience. 1 group is half and half. What group would you pick to do the job.
2007-08-11 16:03:18 · update #1
They tend to say "yes sir, no sir" by habit - to everyone.
When something needs to be done - they just do it.
If the boss says "someone needs to...." the vet is already out of the chair and on his way because he is "someone"
When it's time to take charge, he does -- if it's time to follow, he does that too. You never hear "that ain't my job"...
When the sh** hits the fan, then you can tell. Just look for the one who isn't in a panic.
On Memorial Day, you can see it in his eyes. He can't help but remember on that day because everything reminds him. He remembers every day but on Memorial Day, you can see it in his eyes.
2007-08-11 16:00:52 · answer #1 · answered by CoachT 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you can indeed spot a vet. I say this only because i used to work security. I used to watch people for a living basically. There are a lot of things that can be noticed about someone by simply observing. Many times people after boot camp stand a little different for the rest of there life. They hold there posture a little different. Very hard to notice and it does not allways apply but so far the people i have accually asked if they are a vet were. I am sure there are others i did not think were vets that i have seen tho.
anyway onto the question. The group of vets and the combination vet/ civy. But only if the civys know how to take orders without being offended. The military guys will put in more time to make sure it is done correctly so as to waste less time fixing mistakes. I don't think i did anything in the CG without haveing at least 1 other person nearby to check my work or save my bacon if things went wrong.
2007-08-19 14:01:26 · answer #2 · answered by hmeetis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Interesting question. My first thought was to go with the all military group because they would seem to have organizational skills and a like minded approach to solving problems. Then, I considered the all civilian group which might have had more experience in the business world and perhaps not be so highly structured in their approach, thus providing a more open attitude. ...and so it is that I have made my selection and it is the group comprised equally of military and civilians because, collectively, they have the best of both worlds to offer. ...and yes, I have generally been able to spot a military guy, especially if they have only been out a year or two. (Thank you for your service. My son just retired after 21 yrs. Army, 5th Group, Spec. Forces).
2007-08-19 13:26:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be fair, and probably not very popular, I just don't think military service has anything to do with whether or not a person has the integrity to finish a job and do it well. I have known many people that have never been in the military who were excellent workers.
That isn't to say that military veterans are not good workers. Most of them are! But your question seems to be insinuating that it takes military service to create a good citizen, and that just isn't true.
2007-08-19 09:34:53 · answer #4 · answered by Me, Too 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were a real leader you would get the job done with any of the groups. I recall being a sergeant in an Army full of Draftees. They didn't want to be there and didn't care if the job got done, but a good NCO got the job done anyway.
2007-08-19 09:12:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can. I got out in 98 and started at a factory where I didn't know anyone. When Veterans Day came around I asked my wife to make some cookies to give to the vets. Now some were older tahn me, barely, and some not. She asked how many, I told her 8. When I went around and handed them out I was wrong by one. But the guy did have his sh*t together, so I gave him a box too. So yeah I think you can tell if you know what to look for.
2007-08-15 12:19:44 · answer #6 · answered by GRUMPY 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The person who is prepared, on time, and sober. As for part 2: the military group.
2007-08-19 13:41:50 · answer #7 · answered by joad58 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They might be the first at work and the last to leave, usually jump in where help is needed, take the initiative, are self-starters, can follow directions, can work as a team with a diverse group, have a work ethic, are creative, look to improve a work process, volunteer for training.
2007-08-11 15:44:03 · answer #8 · answered by nomad74 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Yes i can always spot a vet and if he was Infantry it is easy for me to spot as well.
Part Two I think a mixed group would be a good working environment learn from eachother you know
2007-08-11 15:55:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The military experience group. Hands down. They know what has to be done, when it has to be done, and they will get it done.
2007-08-17 18:09:53 · answer #10 · answered by TJGant 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋