What are your Army life pro tips?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 18:25:04 -0400

What are the LPT you wish you knew when you joined/got to your unit; regarding gaining rank, getting the most out of your benefits, not hating life, and things you know now that you are out of the military?

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Mar 22 at 2018 6:28 PM

SPC Margaret Higgins — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 18:28:21 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member: I wish I had known something about the Army.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Mar 22 at 2018 7:09 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 19:09:00 -0400

Having a great attitude.

Response by SPC John Waisman made Mar 22 at 2018 8:58 PM

SPC John Waisman — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 20:58:01 -0400

I wish I'd been about 20 years more mature. I'd have done things more correctly, stayed out of trouble, limited the booze, and definitely taken advantage of every opportunity to get free education. Unfortunately I was just a dumb kid who lived for the moment - meaning I went out partying most nights. The Army was a job. I should have treated it as such. Which means giving it my best.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Mar 23 at 2018 11:58 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 11:58:42 -0400

Your question leaves me puzzled. It sounds as if you are not happy being in the military. If you are then leave at your earliest opportunity. If I am mistaken, do not look for ways to gain anything. Do your job well, take care of Soldiers, lead by example and everything else will fall into place. Thank you for your service.