LTC John Czarnecki 64577 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><p>So it looks like the trigger is likely to be pulled on a massive Reduction In Force (RIF).  We've had a full generation of servicemembers who don't remember the last one, back in the early 90's.  Since then, we've been on a freight train of ever-expanding benefits &amp; pay.  Sure, we've paid in blood and hardship, but you've gotta admit, the military has been good to us all.</p><p> </p><p>So now that the axe is poised to drop, how do you plan on surviving the cut?</p><p> </p><p>Believe me, the swath laid low by the Reaper's scythe will be wide, and brutal.  If you believe you're immune, think again.  Few if any will be "safe."</p><p> </p><p>How do you plan to continue your military career, or do you plan to bail, hopefully on some Administration Golden Parachute?</p> 2014-02-25T20:45:01-05:00 LTC John Czarnecki 64577

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><p>So it looks like the trigger is likely to be pulled on a massive Reduction In Force (RIF).  We've had a full generation of servicemembers who don't remember the last one, back in the early 90's.  Since then, we've been on a freight train of ever-expanding benefits &amp; pay.  Sure, we've paid in blood and hardship, but you've gotta admit, the military has been good to us all.</p><p> </p><p>So now that the axe is poised to drop, how do you plan on surviving the cut?</p><p> </p><p>Believe me, the swath laid low by the Reaper's scythe will be wide, and brutal.  If you believe you're immune, think again.  Few if any will be "safe."</p><p> </p><p>How do you plan to continue your military career, or do you plan to bail, hopefully on some Administration Golden Parachute?</p>

2014-02-25T20:45:01-05:00 2014-02-25T20:45:01-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 64584

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Sir,<div><br></div><div>It's all about remaining competitive and staying ahead of your peers, not just keeping up with them. Myself I will continue to work on my Masters and continue my military education where applicable. I have come to far to give up now.</div><div><br></div><div>SFC Rosenlund</div>

2014-02-25T20:49:13-05:00 2014-02-25T20:49:13-05:00 COL Vincent Stoneking 83081

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Always have a Plan B.<div>And C.</div><div>And D. </div><div>.... ZZ.</div><div><br></div><div>One thing the military gets right - It's all about branches and sequels and identifying decision points. The thing we get wrong is thinking that only applies to "military" problems, not our own life planning.</div>

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