Posted on Oct 3, 2015
Contemplating guard or reserves after ETSing in December. Any advice?
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I am transitioning from active duty and have more than fulfilled my 8 years IRR time, I am contemplating going to guard or reserves when I move to Colorado in December. I would like to get advice from anyone, but even more specifically from someone who is guard or reserves in the Ft Carson area. Any pro's/cons and experiences compared to active duty would be appreciated!
ETS/EAS
Army National Guard
Reserves
Colorado Springs
Career Advice
Posted 9 y ago
Responses: 17
SGT Chris Hill
The best advice I can give is look to the future. Secure a retirement and do not discount the years you have devoted to your service. There will always be ups and downs even in the Guard and Reserves. But you will thank yourself that you continued the sacrifice. In todays environment there is much more asked of our reserve forces and it can be a challenge. But an individual can adapt and overcome any of these challenges. I wish you luck in what ever decision you make. And remember we are out here to offer advice and support.
The best advice I can give is look to the future. Secure a retirement and do not discount the years you have devoted to your service. There will always be ups and downs even in the Guard and Reserves. But you will thank yourself that you continued the sacrifice. In todays environment there is much more asked of our reserve forces and it can be a challenge. But an individual can adapt and overcome any of these challenges. I wish you luck in what ever decision you make. And remember we are out here to offer advice and support.
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SGT Chris Hill
Thank you. I am very anxious to start the next chapter of my life, outside of active duty, new state, new job.
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Whichever you choose, STAY IN UNTIL YOU QUALIFY FOR RETIREMENT!!! I know the whole scope of military retirement/pay is about to be completely changed, but whatever it takes in terms of years to get that all-important retirement letter, do it. You will never regret that decision.
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I work on Fort Carson...if there's anything I can do to help your transition look me up on the global.
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