https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/are-you-preparing-your-soldiers-for-the-draw-down <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>We all have Soldiers that we know are not going to make the cut. Are you talking to them and guiding them to the proper resources to ensure they are prepared to transition out of the Military?<br /><br />I inform them that I am not even safe from the draw down although I do not think that they believe me. I have been to a multitude of briefings while I worked in TRADOC and am trying to enlighten those around me with what I have learned through these meetings.<br /><br />I know it is a hard subject but it is a reality which must be discussed. Actually, we are way behind as Leaders if it has not already been done since reception into the Unit. That is the best time. The Military has a ton of resources in place these days which must be utilized to the fullest extent to ensure Soldiers leave with the best possibility of becoming a productive element within society. This is also important to self esteem and hopefully assist with the alarming suicide rate among Veterans.<br /><br />I always try and mentor my Soldiers to make the ARMY an option not mandatory and the same for leaving the Military. Having choices makes life much less stressful. Mon, 19 Jan 2015 22:33:59 -0500 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/are-you-preparing-your-soldiers-for-the-draw-down <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>We all have Soldiers that we know are not going to make the cut. Are you talking to them and guiding them to the proper resources to ensure they are prepared to transition out of the Military?<br /><br />I inform them that I am not even safe from the draw down although I do not think that they believe me. I have been to a multitude of briefings while I worked in TRADOC and am trying to enlighten those around me with what I have learned through these meetings.<br /><br />I know it is a hard subject but it is a reality which must be discussed. Actually, we are way behind as Leaders if it has not already been done since reception into the Unit. That is the best time. The Military has a ton of resources in place these days which must be utilized to the fullest extent to ensure Soldiers leave with the best possibility of becoming a productive element within society. This is also important to self esteem and hopefully assist with the alarming suicide rate among Veterans.<br /><br />I always try and mentor my Soldiers to make the ARMY an option not mandatory and the same for leaving the Military. Having choices makes life much less stressful. SSG Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 19 Jan 2015 22:33:59 -0500 2015-01-19T22:33:59-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/are-you-preparing-your-soldiers-for-the-draw-down?n=426209&urlhash=426209 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Always! Get as much education as you can, get your certifications, and try your best to outperform your peers. Our last go around had us ranking individuals 1-whatever for retention in over manned AFSCs. If you have even a small bump in your record, that could be what stops you from being retained. TSgt Joshua Copeland Mon, 19 Jan 2015 22:41:35 -0500 2015-01-19T22:41:35-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/are-you-preparing-your-soldiers-for-the-draw-down?n=426472&urlhash=426472 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Scary stuff for those who planned on making it a career SPC Shane Farlin Tue, 20 Jan 2015 04:28:00 -0500 2015-01-20T04:28:00-05:00 https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/are-you-preparing-your-soldiers-for-the-draw-down?n=426765&urlhash=426765 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am a 37F veteran, Ive been out since 2011. I work now at JB Hunt, Myself and 4 other veterans recruit anyone in the military with heavy equipment experience and has a dd214 in the past 3 years. In the next month we should be able to take all MOS'. If I can help you, or any friends or soldiers, call me at [login to see] . SGT Kc Collins Tue, 20 Jan 2015 09:54:07 -0500 2015-01-20T09:54:07-05:00 2015-01-19T22:33:59-05:00