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So I joined the Army at the age of 33 in 2010. Later this year I will be getting out at the age of 41 after making the rank of staff sergeant. I have been unhappy the last two years. Everyone is telling me I will be making a mistake liking out of the army because I will be losing any potential retirement. My question is should I tough it out for another 12 years and be unhappy or get out and use my G.I. Bill to find a new career?
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My answer is, if you have to ask social media, then yes - the Army isn't for you any longer.
If you are trudging through the next 12 years of your career, you are doing yourself and your soldiers a disservice. Take the time to transition out, keep the good memories and become an Ambassador for the Army to the civilians and future recruits.
If you are trudging through the next 12 years of your career, you are doing yourself and your soldiers a disservice. Take the time to transition out, keep the good memories and become an Ambassador for the Army to the civilians and future recruits.
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LCDR Joshua Gillespie
I think we need to convince SFC Boyd to write a book containing gems such as these...many could be helped by reading it I think.
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Never be unhappy in your job. The military is not for everyone. However, never think it’s greener on the other side. Ask yourself why you’re unhappy and if you can change your situation without getting out do so. If not get out.
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