Did I really spend 5 years in the Army just to be a security guard making $7.50 and hour?
2007-10-25 07:46:45 · 32 answers · asked by Go For Broke 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
The fact that you spent 5 years in the Army (or any brach of the military, for that matter) doesn't guarantee you're going to make a decent living at a good job. Hell, it doesn't even guarantee you a job. Where did you graduate in basic (first in the class? Last? Somewhere in between?) What did you do while in the Army? Did you go to officer's training (probably not since you were only in for 5 years) or did you graduate so low from basic that you didn't get to pick your assignment--they immediately sent you to the front lines? Did you continue your education while in the Army, or did you go to basic only, then refused to take any continuing education?
My brother graduated second in his class (USN) and got to pick his assignment--he wasn't forced into some sh*thole doing grunt work. He's currently working on his bachelor's degree, and when he graduates next spring, he's going to Annapolis for officer's training. Sure, he'll be enlisted for another 9 years, but if and when he does decide to get out, HE will not be making $7.50 as a security guard--I can guarantee it.
Just because you were in the military doesn't guarantee you anything. It's how you applied yourself and what you did while you were in.
2007-10-25 08:11:19 · answer #1 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would like to say even though everybody thinks go to college is the answer. They by all means are wrong. Yes, for some people it will work. But you have to find a field that has job openings in other words welcome to the wonderful world of medical, or teaching. Yes, pretty much the only 2 fields with a whole lot of openings.
It is a really bad time considering we are a verge of a depression, the housing market was over inflated , the credit company has more debts then they have been showing and its all coming back to bite them and us in the ***. America is so far in debt it will take many probably decades to pull us out , which is what happens when you spend billions of dollars you dont have on a war you dont need.
Yes, i know that people are like oh national debt what does that mean. Well people buy bonds on our debt and those bonds earn intest, we pay millions a dollars a day on intrest on the debt we made. Right now in fact china has billions of those bonds. The more debt we aquire, the bigger the intrest, and the more the american dollar drops in value.
Dont feel bad though because recessions have to happen its all in the numbers. It clears the table of all the excess baggage and makes openings for new opportunties. The bad thing is you have to live though it. Could the recession coming up be just a recession or will it go into a full blown depression??? Hey only time will tell. So the moral of this story is be happy with the job you got and try to look for something better, hopefully you will get to keep this job.
Then i know your going to say oh this is just a bunch of mumbo jumbo a person scared and it will never happen. Yes, its happening right now and its actually being held off they know its going to happen they are just pushing back till after the election. No party in office wants going into a recession on their shoulders.
The worse things get the more places downsize, more jobs cut. I know about 10-15 people with college degrees and me a Good Enough Diploma graduate with 2 years of college has a higher paying job then any of them.
Which brings us to another point. When you overload the market with degrees you have people with masters degrees working at mcdonalds. But we will save that story for another time.
2007-10-25 08:01:06 · answer #2 · answered by phillip 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you spent five years in the military, I'd bet you attained a position of responsibility, doing the job of an NCO even if not wearing the rank.
If you open your eyes, you're qualified for management by your experience.
You need to find a job recruiter that specializes in ex-military personnel. They'll know how to help you make your resume accent the managerial aspect of what you did, and know where to find jobs.
You probably had a security clearance, too. There are a LOT of jobs that having the proper SC is the ONLY non-negotiable requirement.
In short, if you spent five years in the Army without being incarcerated in Leavenworth and can only get $7.50 per hour, you aren't marketing yourself well at all.
2007-10-25 07:53:58 · answer #3 · answered by open4one 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well, now a days the cost to keep a business running is way higher with insurance, electric, gas or other fixed expenses... That is why most of the jobs can be done over the boarder.... Most people as least from my point of view get a job and then leave because the "going gets tough"....
Pay today is bad... I should be making way more money than I did but then again starting in 1997 at $4.75 per hour I look like am making a fortune now... but I am not just scraping by...
but I would suggest that if you want to make more money that you keep looking for a better paying job in what you are looking for...
Good luck
2007-10-25 07:55:51 · answer #4 · answered by De 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well you certainly have gotten a variety of answers all of
which have truth in them from one degree or another, also it
in part it depends on where you live. State of Michigan is the worst off at this point in time, from what I hear on the news.
This is a freight train that has been coming for the past 15 years or more, We live in a world of corporations that run our government and manufactures that promote world wide slave labor and care less of the American people's true welfare.
The love of money is the root of all evil. You are not alone, but
try to keep a positive attitude and use the good information
that was given you on A's, Thank you for the service to our nation and good luck. Blessings be with you.
2007-10-25 09:01:51 · answer #5 · answered by jenny 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The primary reason jobs are so hard to find is that computers allow everyone to have really good resumes. Just enter a few facts and it makes a person look great. And an ad in the paper might easily get 600 applicants for a single position.
A warning to job applicants. Never give your SS#. I used to hire people. I could get $35 for every resume or application including a SS#. Credit reporters love them. I refused, but sure could have made some great money. Makes me mad that a service man get low and menial jobs. Give me a e-mail. Perhaps I can lead you to some employment hot spots or improve your odds with a book that will improve your odds and salary. No, not selling the book. You should be able to read it free at a library or college library. Always happy to help out another vet. Thanks for serving.
2007-10-25 07:59:06 · answer #6 · answered by genghis1947 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
We're in a slump. Houses are being foreclosed. Everybody but the oil companies are hurting right now.
Take the GI bill and get a degree.
If you're inclined to stay in protection, join a police department. We always like ex military guys. I'm sure you'll find it's a good match, and some departments pay quite a bit and have great benefits. Look around at city, county, state, and federal agencies. If you are flexible, you can make a good career. There is always a demand for cops.
2007-10-25 07:51:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I hear what you are saying. I was in the Navy for 8 years and thought when I came out that I was going to be making more. You are not looking in the right place my friend. You need to work on your resume and check out careerbuilders.com If you live near a base, apply for a job there. Check out opm.gov for civil service jobs in your area that will appreciate your service in the military. You can do so much better! You have to know where to look. If you want, you can email me with your qualifications, and I will help you find the right job. Believe me, it took me a few years but now I have an awesome job; exactly what I expected to have when I first got out. Good luck.
2007-10-25 07:50:44 · answer #8 · answered by bonstermonster20 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Maybe it really is just about the kind of trait you take while you are serving that helps people find a decent paying job. Of course they really don't want you getting out of the service at all. They want you to stay for life. Once you decide to leave them you get no help from them out in the real world. That why it's so hare to succeed. They got you so depended on them you don't know how it is outthere. You need to find something for the skill you were trained in. Don't believe there are no jobs outthere, there are always plenty of jobs you probably aren't looking in the right places.
2007-10-25 08:07:50 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Everything you do now will prepare you for what you will do tomorrow. Use this time to move yourself toward what it is you really want to do. It could be that you need the routine of a security guard job to think about other things that you wouldn't have time to do it you had a demanding job. You have been given a blessing. Don't waste it.
2007-10-25 07:52:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋