How can you convince someone to at least learn the basic technology to get by?

MSG Floyd Williams — Sat, 17 May 2014 14:45:33 -0400

I see so many people daily doing everything they possibly can to don't accept technology even in the military. As far as the military you don't have a choice, you either learn or your career is over. Everything is computerize I try to tell people; "Just learn the basic things to keep up; you don't have to be a guru." What is some ways to convince a person to come on board to prevent from being left behind in the civilian world you have to know?

Response by CW3 Michael Danberry made May 17 at 2014 3:44 PM

CW3 Michael Danberry — Sat, 17 May 2014 15:44:31 -0400

MSG Williams, I try to ease their anxiety by showing them how particular things will make their life / job a little easier. It doens't always work, but more often then not, it does.

Response by MSG Wade Huffman made May 17 at 2014 5:03 PM

MSG Wade Huffman — Sat, 17 May 2014 17:03:40 -0400

Chief, I agree and I applaud your efforts to assist those who may be reluctant to warm up to technology. The cold fact of the matter is that we are living in a rapidly changing world, and we only have two choices. 1 - Adapt, or 2 - Become obsolete. I would much prefer NOT to become obsolete!