Posted on Dec 20, 2013
Any advice for those transitioning from active duty to reserves?
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I am half way through the 90 days of terminal leave before my end of active service and beginning a new path into civilian life and the Select Marine Corps Reserve (SMCR). There are many differences between active duty and reserves that I have learned through experiences and research. For those who have made the switch, please share your experiences and advice.
Posted 12 y ago
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Expect to have to stay on top of annual requirements and NCOERs because the units often drop the ball.
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Check emails often, ask a lot of questions, being your records with you to your first drill, and be prepared to wait a while for TA50 and other issued items (if you have your own it helps tremendously), supply has to request stuff for you.
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Culture shock. They try to cram to much in two days a month.
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