I emailed my recruiter about joining the military and the benefits, and he told me to call him. I cant/dont want to call him because firstly i dont own a phone the only way i get online is via library or friends home plus i wanted to have a physical copy of his writing and i know that recording conversations over the phone is illegal. Is it normal for recruiters not wanting to list all the benefits through email or what?
2007-09-02 11:43:00 · 12 answers · asked by djmixah7 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I don't remember receiving much e-mail from a recruiter either. Maybe it goes against their standard procedures?
2007-09-02 12:41:16 · answer #1 · answered by Tweet 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The recruiter most likely doesn't have the time. They're busy people and can't waste the hours it would take to type in and e-mail you even the most basic of information about joining. Especially when that information is on the web at any number of sites. Just type in "join the military" or substitute the branch of service you're interested in for military and you'll find it faster.
Plus, he could type in all the info for say Navy fire control when you really want to know about Navy Nuke school. Wow, what a waste. If you're in the office or on the phone you can ask the questions that will get you the information you want without wasting time for both of you.
You usually don't need to record what the recruiter tells you. You only need that record if you actually join. In that case your record is the documents you sign. Those you want to check carefully to make absolutely certain that what you thought you heard the recruiter say is exactly spelled out in the writing BEFORE you sign. If you have questions or concerns then don't sign until they're addressed.
2007-09-03 03:14:51 · answer #2 · answered by Critter 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask him to send you the literature in the mail.
Very few people in their right mind would do this via email. Most would assume that the person on the other end who is refusing to use a phone is doing so in hope of catching the recruiter in a mistake which said person would then use to make the recruiter/service look bad like they are lying when it was more than likely a misstatement
2007-09-02 11:52:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Recruiters have offices for a reason. Just because you go in there doesn't mean you are signing on the dotted line. Stop being such a nancy
2007-09-02 19:48:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Recruiters can be equated to used car salesmen. You are right to be cautious.
Man don't listen to any of these people who are challenging your manhood, etc.. You make damned sure that you get everything in writing and don't sign anything unless you are absolutely sure what it is. You are attempting to make a contract with the US government. And you will belong to the US government for the term of that contract.
Verify everything that you are told by demanding it in writing. DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING THAT YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND AND/OR DON'T AGREE WITH.
That recruiter needs you every bit as much, if not more than, you need him. If he isn't trying to pull a fast one, there is no reason why he shouldn't be willing to put it in writing.
I can't tell you how many jokes are made about recruiters in basic training. Everyone who has ever served knows what liars they can be.
2007-09-02 11:50:13 · answer #5 · answered by GeauxJoe 2 · 2⤊ 4⤋
recruiters don't have the time to email prospective recruits.
Besides, the best way to talk to a recruiter, is in person.
I'm sure you have a lot of questions to be answered. By
doing it in person, it will make the session go more smoothly.
2007-09-02 11:55:40 · answer #6 · answered by nexteltom17 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Why would you even attempt to email him. He does have a toll free cell phone number so call him from a pay phone. If you are interested in joining, why do things that would make you look like you are not interested?
2007-09-02 11:59:53 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes. It takes to damn long. Go see him/her. A recruiter likes to deal face to face with people. If you have to sign anything, just ask questions and request a copy of it.
2007-09-02 14:46:20 · answer #8 · answered by guns155mm 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Go sum balls and go to the office. Your are an adult if your afraid to talk to a recruiter you don't belong in the military and should just go to school.
2007-09-02 11:59:00 · answer #9 · answered by Joe C 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if you REALLY want this, you will show your recruiter how serious you are by calling him. He can't be doing all the work, you need to prove to him that you are serious.
2007-09-02 12:10:22 · answer #10 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋