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I just went over 20 years this weekend and I am not 100% sure if it is worth trying to make CSM (E9).
I have a good job offer set in place for next year making a little more than I make now. What advice can Rally Point members give?
Respectively,
1SG Haro
I have a good job offer set in place for next year making a little more than I make now. What advice can Rally Point members give?
Respectively,
1SG Haro
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Just like with anything that we have faced in our careers battle it is time to weigh the pros and cons and develop a course of action. What are your reasons for staying in the military and attempting to get promoted? What would be your reasons to retire and move on to civilian life? Are you still physically capable to perform all duties required? There are many more questions like these that only you can answer for yourself. I suggest that you do what is best for you, your family, and the Army. The best part is that you have control over the situation.
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Still a little young but my belief has always been when I don't enjoy putting on the uniform and working with Airmen then it's time to go. Staying solely for promotion is going to make you very bitter if it doesn't happen. My father (SGM ret) used to tell me there will always be jobs on the outside so don't worry about the opportunities, worry about what makes you happy everyday and energizes you.
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I appreciate your input battle. Those are some good questions to ask and I will take all of these comments into consideration.
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These are all very good questions to ask yourself when the time comes to make a yes dare I say it a "life changing dession" becouse that is what it is. You have worked hard to get where you currently are If you are able to make the transition into the civilian world at a little more then what you make now then you are more then half way there already. It sounds like you just have to ask yourself Is this still as fun as when I first joined then you will know the anwser. It is a tough dession and ultimatly you are the one who has to make it good luck and remember no matter what you deside it was the best choice for you.
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1SG (Join to see) , I completely understand how you feel.. I was in the same situation myself.
We all end up going at some point, and the decision as to when is a very personal one. Best advise I can give is to go with your instincts. If you have a firm job offer already lined up you will be beginning your transition well ahead of most. Should you stay and make SGM/CSM, it would be a sizable hike in your pay (and retirement) but would also put you several years behind in your next career (assuming your next job is a career and not just a job).
Bottom line... when do YOU want to begin the next chapter of your life?
We all end up going at some point, and the decision as to when is a very personal one. Best advise I can give is to go with your instincts. If you have a firm job offer already lined up you will be beginning your transition well ahead of most. Should you stay and make SGM/CSM, it would be a sizable hike in your pay (and retirement) but would also put you several years behind in your next career (assuming your next job is a career and not just a job).
Bottom line... when do YOU want to begin the next chapter of your life?
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Wade,
First off thanks for helping me with this big decision you have made valid points as well as the others who have commented. The job can open doors for me and my family and I am not even 40 years old yet. Thanks again
Respectfully
Augustine
First off thanks for helping me with this big decision you have made valid points as well as the others who have commented. The job can open doors for me and my family and I am not even 40 years old yet. Thanks again
Respectfully
Augustine
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MSG Wade Huffman
1SG (Join to see) , Whatever you decide, I want to wish you and your family all the best! I'm sure you will choose the path that is best for you and yours!
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1SG (Join to see), I wish you the best, just like MSG Wade Huffman said go with your instincts and everything he said I agree with whole-heartly. As you know this job(Soldiering) comes with desire, dedication and determination and a lot more of values, norms and beliefs. Follow your heart and it will lead you. I retired 31 December 2014 and I do miss it, but we all got to go sooner or later out the Military. Best Regards for Retirement or CSM. Keep in touch.
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