I am a stay at home mom with a two year old daughter. (We plan on having a big family.) He is thinking about going into the reserves.
What questions do you think I should be asking? I have a few but I know there is things that I am not thinking about.
Thanks. =)
2007-12-27 08:03:40 · 8 answers · asked by <3 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
You are asking what questions YOU as the spouse should be asking not what your husband should be asking, so I am answering from that perspective.
First, ask yourself why do you think it is a good idea for your husband to join the reserves? Medical care? Bonus money to pay off debt? Whatever you are hoping your family will gain from his service, you should be asking about in depth to make sure that it's covered.
Second, what are your fears? Deployment? Training time away from home? Help if he is injured or killed? Better make sure all of these concerns are covered too.
Recruiters are not evil. Most of them are soldiers themselves and citizens of your community. That said, they are in a sense sales people. A good sales person answers your questions and concerns, talks about the pros and the cons, and is not thrown off by objections. I would be leery of anyone who dismisses your questions, changes the subject, or gives answers without full explanations, for example saying "that won't happen".
Good luck.
2007-12-27 09:08:18 · answer #1 · answered by Zana 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He will defiantly have to go away for the 8 week basic training. After that he will go to AIT, a school to lean his MOS. (Military Occupational Specialty), AKA his job.
In the regular Army this will be done all at once right after basic and before he goes to his permanent duty station. Depending on the job could be anywhere from 2 months to 8 months in most cases. In the reserves I believe there is more flexibility. He may be able to go in parts or he may be able to schedule it at a more convenient time.
He will have to go to basic training alone, but you'll want to ask if you and your daughter might be able to accompany him to his AIT.
talking to the recruiter is fine, but remember his job is to fill his quota. I would reach out to anyone you can such as online or throught other channels to find as much information as you can. There is a large community out there that can share personal experiences with you and give real world advise.
2007-12-27 08:15:03 · answer #2 · answered by hose_b 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get EVERYTHING agreed to by the recruiter in writing including any and all signing bonuses, tuition assistance promises, health/life insurance, etc. And don't sign ANYTHING until after you've mulled over all your options and can think about it/had time to talk to friends and family about it. Plus I'd talk to all of the reserves + coast guard 1st as part of due diligence to better understand all the options. Your hubby's MOS should be part of this discussion. People who join the services are true living Hero's. Good luck!
2007-12-27 08:12:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here are some questions to ask: How much money will he make? How long will he be in training after he joins? Will he deploy overseas? (Remember, NO recruiter can guarantee that someone will deploy or not). If he deploys, how much will he make? Where will he be stationed? How long will he be gone? Will he get the job he wants?
My son is in the Army in Iraq. These are some of the questions I asked the recruiter.
Debbie
2007-12-28 08:36:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
one million: What technical coaching that converts to sturdy civilian careers are accessible in military? (Ask this to all the militia recruiters on your section.) i'm involved in being this: ___________ - can the army instruct me for this occupation? what's the rotation of wrestle to noncombat? as quickly as I graduate from college first could I be eligible for officer software? what's the officer software accessible to me in I enlist? what's the officer recruiter telephone variety? Will the reserve influence my college occupation - will I be despatched foreign places for the duration of instructions, or end education then pass finished time? How long are reserve gadgets in conflict zones? Ask the recruiter serous subject concerns that situation you. do no longer ask questions that come from previous men years in the past using fact too plenty has replaced, or stuff from video clips or video games. do no longer ask approximately weapons or being shot at. you be responsive to those solutions, from television information, video clips and video games. Write down what you ask and the solutions on your questions. all of them. are not getting FLUSTERED. stay calm, and sturdy success.
2016-10-02 10:27:41 · answer #5 · answered by melesa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First I would find out what M.O.S. (military occupational skill) your husband is going to get...(his Job will be)...That should help you figure out what questions to ask first. There are so many jobs in the army some extreamly dangerous, some even though there is always a chance of danger some can keep him off the front line.
2007-12-27 08:17:33 · answer #6 · answered by locolobo28 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take notes and write down everything he promises you. If any of those doesn't show up in the contract, you know the recruiter lied, and your husband should go through a different recruiter.
2007-12-27 08:10:25 · answer #7 · answered by DOOM 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the only ? to ask him is " could you please get the h**l out!"
2007-12-27 10:31:50 · answer #8 · answered by richguzinya 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋