I spent 26-years in the Army. Enjoyed every day of my service.

@jeremiaht7063

5 жыл бұрын

jvolstad brother - the Army can be good- but everyday? That might be stretching it :)

@gaming0rhino

5 жыл бұрын

@Tyler let's try to make our beautiful army better rather than tearing it down

@thefadeddog7635

5 жыл бұрын

jvolstad lying ass

@kengtsacollins9702

5 жыл бұрын

wow sir you must have something to share with us i guess?

@justinscott8263

4 жыл бұрын

jvolstad do you recommend it?

What happened if you laugh in the middle of being yell at

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Nothing good

@zombie3beast822

5 жыл бұрын

Get ready to get smoked like a crack pipe

@yeetfecteau1380

5 жыл бұрын

Grab some dirt

@bobcobb158

5 жыл бұрын

gonna get smoked for that one.

@musicals_rock

5 жыл бұрын

Pray....

Best advice.. Do your own research outside of recruitment... Have specific questions for recruiters, record answers. And double check.... Then repeat.. Take your time.. Regardless of branch..

I walked into the army recruiting office, it was depressing, they saw my priors and walked me to the Marine office. Was a much nicer setting imo

@xyzcantcme8775

3 жыл бұрын

What was your priors?

Hi...I'm on recruiting duty right now. I appreciate your video. You bring up some good points, first and foremost that if you're joining the Army, you definitely need to do your own research. I want all my recruits to be happy with their decision, but like the video says, not all recruiters are the same. Most recruiters are going to be honest with applicants, but there are some bad apples out there, which is sad. If you're still reading, awesome...I want to clarify some things. Make sure whatever your recruiter says you're getting is ON PAPER. Not all jobs come with airborne or other options attached. If you don't have it in writing, it's not a guarantee. You MIGHT get to go to a high-speed school down the road, but that's obviously not the same as getting it with your contract. Next, we dont control what jobs are available. Once you take the test we show you a list generated by what you qualify for and what has training seats open. I don't beat around the bush, if an applicant doesn't qualify for a job, I'll say as much and that applicant has to decide what to do at that point. We can call higher and request jobs, but again, there's no guarantee a specific job will be there. Of course, if you're dead set, you can wait and maybe it will come up, but if you don't maintain contact with us and show dedication, it's not likely we're going to keep you "in the system" and check every week, etc. That said, with my recruits, it's their ball game. Of course I will push them to get through the process so they can start their career and move on, but I'm not going to try to make them do something they don't want to do, and if they want to wait for a certain job or they're not ready to make a decision...the ball's in their court. I will state the likelihood of some jobs coming in the near future, as the Army decides what it needs for the most part each year and once the jobs are taken, they're gone. There won't magically be a new air traffic controller class just because you want there to be one, and I've got applicants who are ready to rock that need my time as well, so that can factor in. At the end of the day, we're not telling you you can't have something just to be assholes. If I can make it happen for somebody, I will. If I can't, I can't. I hope that answers some questions about the process of job selection. All in all the Army is the most straightforward branch in that regard because once you select a job and we reserve it, it's guaranteed with whatever options come with it. If you get a bad vibe from your recruiter, you should know that you HAVE to be present when reserving a job. That way you see all your options and can make a decision. (Unless you're a special case like prior service where you have to go over jobs with the guidance counselors at MEPS, but that's complicated...) My final point is that I think recruiters get a bad wrap from the few out there being willfully dishonest. Most of us are out here genuinely working to do right by our recruits. For me joining was one of the best decisions I ever made and my hope is that that can be the same for everyone I help through the process. Edit: There's a current message out where recruits don't need to be present for a job reservation due to COVID (it's been the case a few months now) but I just wear a mask and have my recruits there, so no change, really. I'll be done with recruiting in about a month. Can't wait to scuff up all you suckers that joined 😂 (This is a joke. The fact I had to point this out means I've been recruiting too long). I stand by everything I've said here. I am/was in New England (not NYC) but it holds true for all recruiters from the time I said it 'til now. Best of luck. Also...big thing you pointed out before...recruiters don't know jack about MOSs outside their MOS. We ask other recruiters, or friends in other MOSs what it's like, but other than that...we're watching the same cheesy KZread video from the 80s that you're watching, and making an educated guess. Just be aware of this fact. Do you baby, and remember...ball's in your court.

@Steph-mi2ej

4 жыл бұрын

Adam Christensen I love you😭😭

@TheTsar69

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciated

@allengarcia9152

3 жыл бұрын

Could you tell what family recruit should know prior to join the army?

@ronralph5726

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I am a former Army Recruiter from 1989-1992. I’ve watched a few of Matt’s videos, and I think he is passing on some disinformation. I agree with everything you said. It is videos like this that give Army Recruiters a bad name and create distrust. I was always honest with every single recruit I enlisted. You not only have to be honest and straightforward to the person enlisting, but their family and friends as well. Matt doesn’t realize that word of mouth can make or break a Recruiter. You have to develop trust, and trust comes from being honest and have integrity. Back in my day, things were done a little differently to enlist. You still had to pre-qualify, take the ASVAB, fill out the DD Forms 1966 Enlistment Packet by hand, QC it, send it to company HQ for a second QC, then to MEPS. From that point, the potential enlistees would go through the physical. After that, based on their ASVAB scores and physical results, would they sit down with an Army Guidance Counselor, and potential jobs would show up that the applicant was qualified for. They could ask the guidance counselor about what that job entails, and they could read the job description, or watch a short film about it. Once the applicant agreed to pick out an MOS they were qualified for and wanted, then all the details would be put in writing, including if they had an Airborn option or not. That contract would list their ship date and location of Basic and AIT. Once it was signed, they would take the first oath of enlistment. They would come back and be in the DEP for a period of time. Matt fails to realize that spreading disinformation creates distrust. I was always honest and up front. Because I developed trust, I got a lot of referrals from enlistees for their family and friends. I’d get calls from soldiers after BCT or AIT thanking me for being honest. And after my three years was up, I went back to my MOS and came across at least 10 soldiers that I had enlisted, male and female alike. They all told me “thank you” and “good to see you”. Not one turned the other cheek and snubbed me.

@katiesg6948

2 жыл бұрын

My recruiter deliberately lied to me about the Student Loan Repayment Plan (I enlisted with a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, trying to career switch to IT, and have about 30K student loans). I emphasised to her many times that out of all the benefits the army provides, I just care about my previous student loans being paid, and my future education to be paid, and she promised, verbally of course, that I will have those benefits no matter what MOS I choose. Then when I signed the contract for 25B at MEPS, I was told there's no loan repayment plan with this MOS. And my recruiter changed her words on the ride she picked me up after the contract signing, saying Oh, you can only pick one, either student loan repaid or GI Bill program. Like I was given an option at the MEPS, nothing! I gave her 100% trust out of respect for the military, and she totally failed me. Now I know that she would say anything just to get me enlisted, so I can't trust any of her words any more, even regretted for signing that contract. I really don't feel like working with her anymore till my shipment in August 2022, because I have no confidence in her words, plus other very irresponsible actions she has done to me during my recruiting process: 1. Losing my identity info papers in a car break-in incident because she left her military laptop and work files in her car over night, I wonder if a recent thief activity on my credit card has anything to do with this; 2. Forgetting to re-reserve my 25B MOS even after I reminded her that the first reservation we did together would expire before the physical she schedule for me! When I ended up jobless at the MEPS contract signing, she explains on the phone that it was her boss saying it's okay the job will stay, so everything can be pushed to her boss, so convenient! (Luckily I found the same job shipping 4 months later than my original plan, but I waste 4 more months of my life because of her laziness or inaction). I'm so disappointed in her! Especially that she is of my own race and gender (female Chinese, no offence, not trying to stereotype, but that's the truth and I'm also a female Chinese) earning my 100% trust and respect at the beginning, now all erased by her shockingly irresponsible and willingly dishonest behaviours! I would totally complain to her boss's boss if she doesn't know all my information and history. I'm also disappointed and upset at myself as well, especially after doing my own research, but still tricked by her affirmations, really should've talked with other recruiters! Anyways, my determination to join the army has never changed and will not be altered due to an irresponsible recruiter, I will try to get the most out of the military experience as I can on my own. Definitely seat through all those videos if you consider joining!😉

Also- give this a thumbs up. He is really helping people and didn't have to do this.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! Also, I know this is super stressful for parents. My mom literally cried multiple times. Bottom line, parents just help as much as you can and once they sign for that job and go, just support them as much as possible and know that in the end it will be ok! Thanks for your support!

@jacopgame3068

5 жыл бұрын

Hey good point and I'm joining the new Zealand army as a combat engineer and he's helped me so so much

i really appreciate all youve been doing to help educate people! these videos make it seem a lot less scary and even though its something that should be taken seriously it's nice to know a little bit about what should be happening.

You have a wonderful channel helping new potential recruits, please keep it up! America needs more of this.

Man you and two other army KZreadrs are my biggest help through this process

Thanks for your concern bro! Really appreciate it!

I'll say your videos have helped me make a big decision. I've talked to a recruiter as well as a lot of friends and family in the military and I should be shipping in August. Just gotta finish this college semester and get some loose ends tied up over summer.

Thank you for everything ❤️

Great video, and some great advice for anyone thinking about enlisting in the military. I can speak from experience… always make sure that you and your recruiter are 100% in sync with *you* expect to get out of your military service. In addition, be sure to check your enlistment contract *before signing it* to make sure it calls everything out correctly… especially (but not limited to) your AIT station (which can affect your MOS), permanent party station, and any other critical enlistment options that need to be called out.

Thank youuuuuuu!!!! i'm super nervous about talking to a recruiter in person.

@MattWard89

7 жыл бұрын

You will be fine, just stick to what you want to do and don't be rude but don't let them sway your opinion on what job you want. More than likely you will get a good recruiter.

@ARMYprinncess

7 жыл бұрын

The Army Belle yes go in there knowing what you want. Have a backup job if you don't score high enough for the one you want.

@carlmcelroy2508

6 жыл бұрын

I agree with ARMYprincess. Have your top 3 jobs in mind and 2 back ups. Mainly based on ASVAB score, your moral background, and academics. You will have the opportunity to take a practice test at the Recruiter office to predict what you may score. But remember careers are based off of ASVAB score, vacancy, medical history, and if you can pass the MEPS medical section.

@robertvallerini8284

4 жыл бұрын

So am I

@redjacketguy3351

4 жыл бұрын

Matt Ward When I’m older I want to be in the army but I can’t decide I either want to be an infantryman or an MP

I’m working with a recruiter now I’m shooting for a 25B if not an 11X and going for Air Assault not Airborne and he’s been Super helpful along the way fed me a lot of information and sent me home with a decent amount of resources I’m currently finishing my last 3 credits to get my actual high school diploma so I’m looking to finish all my paper work and go off to MEPS around mid fall early winter. But I plan on doing a full 30 and honestly can’t wait to get it all started I’ve wanted to join the Army since I can remember. just wanted to give mad respect to everyone who’s went and who’s on the way to BCT

I talked to some Navy recruiters and I had *one* question. They tried to get me to sign over my soul, and I'm like, uh.... No. I don't want to join the Navy. I want to join the Army. Then they just ganged up on me. "Are you scared of the water?" "Just sign this paper and you get a free ball and frisbee." "The Navy doesn't go to war. The Army has guns and shooting." "When do you turn 17?" And I was like, really man??? I *DON'T WANT TO JOIN THE NAVY!!! I JUST HAD A QUESTION!!!*

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Yepp... The recruiters will do that to you man. It's like car salesman. They don't care if you are planning on buying another car and just have a question about another. They will try and get you! haha

@elliotsalem8028

5 жыл бұрын

Are you scared of water? Hell yeah! ever sense i fell inside the toilet

@anangelsstar

5 жыл бұрын

If you had a question but you knew you wanted to do army then you shouldnt have bothered with a mavy recruitef

@poppa4178

5 жыл бұрын

@@elliotsalem8028 hell yeah, ever since the water in the toilet hit my butthole

@PAPIOSO908

4 жыл бұрын

anangelsstar u mean navy recruiter

True.. only with proper permission you can drill at other units .. "Chain of Command" approval... Thanks for tips

Thank you this was very helpful!

In want to be in the Marines and I looked up recruiter stations and this one review said the recruiter took him to the park and made him run and do pull ups and stuff, seems like a good recruiter.

@Remington-wl7jp

3 жыл бұрын

Did you end up getting in?

@poppa4178

3 жыл бұрын

@@Remington-wl7jp I still haven’t gone yet I plan to do by December or January

@Remington-wl7jp

3 жыл бұрын

@@poppa4178 Nice. I take my ASVAB next week and then I'm gonna start talking to more recruiters. I'm thinking I'm either gonna go Army or Marines. Good luck to you.

@gianri05

3 жыл бұрын

A lot of what recruiters provide on "how things are" is based on their own sometimes dated experience. As the gentleman above said if it can be done it is in writing somewhere. That goes for all branches.

@gianri05

3 жыл бұрын

@@poppa4178 what are you going to so in the Marines?

When my niece went t the recruiter and I went along. I was active duty, O-4, and boy what he pissed, especially when he had to salute me .

@jaysissmo

5 жыл бұрын

I'll take things that never happened for 200 Alex

@secretlizard4589

5 жыл бұрын

r/thathappened is the vibe I get from this

Very appreciative of the advice of you and others. If I hadn't listened to much advice I might have settled for something like 25S, which is a damn fine job I'm sure. But I got what my heart was set on not even a week after being told it could be up to a year or more till slots open up. I got 17C and shipping out 9/11 to Benning. Keep up the great work with the vids bro.

@kennyp1068

7 жыл бұрын

thelwind LOL what was your asvab afqt score and did you already have some experience? I want 17c too but have no experience in cyber. I got a 90 afqt score though.

@hiei11993

7 жыл бұрын

My afqt score was 96, and passed the ICTL with a 73 (60 is passing). The only type of experience I have is most of an Associate's degree in Computer Science. I know the AIT will be tough, but I'm sure as long as one applies oneself enough it is doable regardless of your background knowledge.

@jonathandunleavy7018

6 жыл бұрын

shipping same day w/ you lol

@hiei11993

6 жыл бұрын

hah awesome, its coming up on us. Good luck with everything bro

@jonathandunleavy7018

6 жыл бұрын

I'm 35M lol we're the smart kids out of the group

I passed my asvab and i start on my packet monday can't wait i love all the knowledge on your videos and thanks for all the tips and motivation

My recruiter has been in for 25 years, I trust him and the whole office he commands. They have even made me their copy boy, and taught me how to do some paper work just because I’m in the office so often. I literally can’t wait to swear in. MEPS on Thursday. Thanks for your input Matt, you’ve been a life saver. I respect your service in the army, and most definitely respect you went an extra mile on KZread. You deserve some type of award!

@douglasvaracan3540

3 жыл бұрын

And yes, I’ve done work for the army, without being in it. I think I’ll do great as I do as I’m told when I’m told.

My recruiter is awesome we get along so well !! Im going to see him tommorow afterschool to talk about the army!! Hes really cool and funny

I’m planning on going into the marines in 2-3 years. Pretty excited! I’m not going to let my recruiter change my mind. My dad went into the army and his recruiter got him to do a job that he thought sounded cool because the recruiter explained it in a way that it sounded like a blast. But he ended up leaving very early. He still regrets it.

My recruiter told me that 68G is a “unicorn job” She basically said I won’t be able to get that job ever.

Thank you for making these videos im a junior in high school and im joining the army these vids are super helpful

I’m definitely fact checking my recruiter! Because I want to make sure my husband & kids are good when going to BCT.

I'm not even American, and no plans on joining up...yet I still watch this just in case

I told my recruiter what I wanted to do he said "cmon man. You need to help me out." I thought his job was to help people not get helped lol

@xyzcantcme8775

3 жыл бұрын

LOL I need an update. So what ended up happening? Are you in?

@shrpshooter47

2 жыл бұрын

@@xyzcantcme8775 nope. Ended up being able to start my career in law enforcement without the military. Left a poor taste in my mouth.

first, love you channel, and love your content.. when I talked with my Recruiter, he was very new, and I ended up talking with a few Recruiters.. I would never say that I was lied to, because I trust that the Army would never flat out lie to anyone, however.. I feel they were a little misleading, and something that wasn't a big deal stiff and poppy joints, is becoming a big deal, after a few RSP Drill weekends, and heavy training.. I would agree, I love the Army, and would definitely say that it is an amazing opportunity for anyone ready for a challenge.. but, like buying a car, do your research.. and, know that you are being sold, not to put my Recruiter or any Recruiter down, they have a hard job, to make the Army look good, and better then a different Branch, so.. sometimes, things get polished, and "features" get talked up.. again, as always, love your stuff man..

I'm looking to join the Navy... I'm 34 and didn't expect to have the recruiters try to push the undermanned jobs on me... nonetheless, the moment I went to speak to a recruiter in person, that's exactly what they (two of them) did. I voiced that I wanted a Mass Comm job (I'm about to complete a degreein Graphic Design)... I mentioned that I'm motivated to work hard and rank up... they used that against me to say that other jobs would be easier to progress in quickly, that I should consider jobs that women don't normally go into... like gunners mate... that they knew a girl who enlisted in that rating and loved it... that I could always have my rating changed "later". I'm humble, but I was put off by that experience. I know the military has ITS needs... but so do I. It's frustrating being pressured to go in a different direction than what I want (at my age!), being told nobody ever gets the job I want (he literally called it a unicorn), that it could take forever for that job to become available, etc. I started with an interest in becoming an Officer, then figured I wasn't ready or a good enough (competitive enough) candidate as a civilian and I opted to pursue enlistment first with the intent to apply for OCS a few years down the line. The Officer recruiter I worked with was so genuine and helpful. The enlistment recruiter was not; he encouraged me to lie about various things that "some jobs might disqualify you for." I'm like man... if I qualify as an OFFICER candidate with my honesty, I'm not gonna lie elsewhere about anything. How you gonna set me up on our very first meeting? Being told the job I want is impossible to get really was discouraging. If I make a career of my service to the military, I don't want to be miserable the entire time.

I keep reading articles on google about how their seriously struggling to fill slots so their becoming significantly more lenient with restrictions that before. Their much more open to tattoos now and their opening up a prep course for basic training for people who just barely missed the mark as well as having hefty sign on bonuses.

In regards to another video. Thanks. My Army recruiter showed me a list a MOS’s available. 31Bravo is my main goal, but it wasn’t on the list. He tried selling me on 14c or something. Because I watch your videos, I told him I’d come back and check next week for 31Bravo again.

I talk to my recruiter face to face tomorrow. Wish me luck MATT!

My recruiter was telling me that all of basic training and AIT will take place in my home state (Arizona) and I told him that I wasn’t interested in staying in state so them he turned around and said something along the lines of “oh well it’s very unlikely that you’ll actually remain in state anyway” wtf

@selfmadetray5836

3 жыл бұрын

Basic is not the job it’s just to see if you can qualify to be in the army. Your mos is the state your job will be in. So you can still leave the state

Thanks for the video man. I just became a subscriber.

Thanks for the info! Would love more info on certain specific jobs.

My recruiters didn't have patience with me and I really wanted to join, so I ended up going with 12B. Now I leave in the first week of October and I just realized it's going to be hell to switch my mos.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that.. Just do what you gotta do and you will be able to switch. At least 12B isn't a bad MOS

@josabellefaria6740

6 жыл бұрын

Jessica A what day are you leaving?

@chrisj1765

6 жыл бұрын

Been a 12b for 3 years now and just re-enlisted. Gotta say it's not for everyone. But I've had the time of my life doing it. Make the best out of the worst times with the guys you have around you and I can guarantee you will enjoy your time in.

@benjaminbierley2074

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah it sounds like pressure tactic, using your want to join combined with making it seem like it's somehow a time limited thing. My mom was a recruiter back in the Navy (she was one of the better ones though am bias I guess), but stories she told me confirm what he says in this video and more. Approach it like a car dealer situation many will use whatever means they can to get you to sign off up to an including high pressure time limited sales tactics, AND even baiting (yeah you guys will see that cute female recruiter and sit down with her and talk it up....right before she leads you into the office of one of the HARDCORE recruiters and closes the door). PS Keep in mind not saying all female recruiters act as bait, just how stories I heard were relayed to me, keep in mind that a recruiters "objective" is to meet their quota of recruits and again depending on the type of recruiter they will sometimes use whatever means they can to meet that objective.

@kennethscott621

6 жыл бұрын

You are so correct it all depends on your Company Commander like I'm a lenient Company Commander

I told my Army recruiter I was thinking about changing to the Air Force to get a better chance at aviation. He immediately responded with I can reserve you a 15E MOS if you join the Army. There were 2 spots open according their website and he printed me out my reservation paper.

@LOL-kq2dd

Ай бұрын

What happened bro?

@lucassnyder90

Ай бұрын

I went through the 15E program and got out lol

@LOL-kq2dd

Ай бұрын

@@lucassnyder90 dang, didn't want to go warrant I see

USAREC and MEPCOM both have sites where you can get up to date and accurate regulations. Also google army manning strength you can find critcal fill mos's for the time you are enlisting.

My recruiter is picking me up in an hour, Boise Idaho. Been keeping up with videos but yeah pretty nervous and hope I am to get combat medic and if not tank mechanic is my 2nd most choice

This really actually helped me because i'm in my sophomore year o high school and I know I want to go either army or navy so now I know what to expect from recruiters.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Well then I did my job :)

@carlmcelroy2508

6 жыл бұрын

That's the problem with how Recruiters are perceived, by non sourced information, not all Recruiters are like what the general population thinks. If you come to my office, I present the info and benefits, you don't want to join, then don't. Because at the end of the day the Army seeks highly qualified candidates to fill their ranks that are 110% committed to the Army.

Heyy man the air borne part is very true I did it when I was in I didn’t want to add extra time on my contract so I did airborne when I finished basic and I had a guy in my squad that we sent to airborne school from my unit there is a but to it though it depends on your unit lol some units will say no to a certain school

Thanks for this information. You are such a life saver. I have tons of qustions for you which I think it will better asking on the life stream. When is the next life stream coming up?

You have to put in a request for transfer to switch units and need approval from current commander at least. The transfer unit commander may help as well. Also, the slot needs to be available in requested unit as well.

@jessicayoung7132

5 жыл бұрын

Good video.

Man I love your videos. It's hard to find someone who actually tells it how it IS. Keep 'em coming. Talking to a recruiter today. I'm very interested in 12B. Any advice on this MOS or how to get into Sapper School (even though you're supposed to be an E4 or above) can I get this in my contract?

I’m about to go in a couple minutes 😂

@heavenlywilliams1788

5 жыл бұрын

P&A how was it? I’m going tomorrow 😂😂😂

I should've never talked to that Army Recruiter, life would've been better for me, rather than a crucible from abuse experiences while in the service. Army service year: 2001. A lot has changed though I hear.

@MrWzeljunior

3 жыл бұрын

Daam. Tell your story on here bro. I think it would help others

Any branch recruiter's primary job is to recruit for what the military needs at that time.

Yup recruiters will definitely try to pressure you to go active rather than reserves lol I don’t know why but they do.

@thatguyjy7704

3 жыл бұрын

Me neither

Kidthndr2 is a pretty good guy to watch when it comes to OCS.

I’m 9 years old and my recruiter said I can become a navy seal right now if I got in the back of his truck and make a million dollars per year I’m so excited !!!!!

A good video to make as a follow up is how you should go about talking to your recruiter with these issues. For instance, my recruiter says "you don't need airborne in your contract, you can just ask and they let you." I feel like a lot of people would be scared to even think about saying "no sir, I don't feel comfortable without it in my contract and I would like it redone to state airborne school." or however. The big fear I think is that no one wants to piss off the person who they think is in charge of what is about to happen to them. You want to feel like you are being taken care of, and not, like the person taking care of you is not interested in doing so. Hope I made the point I was trying to. I got lucky my recruiter is amazing, my wife is active and we have a child, he was very up front about colocation not being a guaranteed thing and everything else that I feel some would have lied about. I pick next week for my MOS, hoping for 15T or 15U. Keep up the videos!

@JingleBop

5 жыл бұрын

How'd it go man? I signed for 15u the other day. Shipping to Jackson on the 22nd.

DD Form 368 allows you to switch to Active duty. Its one form signed by the command. You must understand airborne is not always available for contract. The Truth is the majority of of airborne qualified Soldiers did not have it in contract. At the end of the day you must want the Army. Its a great choice and your recruiter will show you all of the jobs you qualify for airborne or not.

Literally parked outside the recruiters debating which branch to talk to first.

@alfredos.5988

5 жыл бұрын

@Xerø I'm meeting my army recruiter on Monday to take the mini asvab.

TO ALL FUTURE SOLDIERS! make sure your recruiter gives you the OPAT! My recruiter was lazy and passed me. The OPAT is easy except for the shuttle runs. You take it again at reception you don't want to fail it there.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Jeez...

@saitama9808

6 жыл бұрын

What's OPAT?

@HachuneMikUwU

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying what OPAT stands for. Now I have to look it up.

@james1695

6 жыл бұрын

Its not hard, if you can't do it then you shouldn't be in the Military

@harysandedorito6088

6 жыл бұрын

I'm a 25B and I got a heavy. It's easy. Just be in shape.

Future Soldier 68 W right here

Back when he was "SHOOTEMUP89"

I joined the air force with the promise from the recruiter that no matter what job I choose ill be able to do in the civilian life. Well... I am out of the air force after 8 years and I have not been able to do anything close to what I did in the air force like my recruiter promised me.

@simply_bree9363

5 жыл бұрын

BlueShadowFoxes what my army recruiter told me is they can help you with an interview but you are not guaranteed that job only YOU can get that job

If it's not in the contract, it does not matter what they say.

I did talk to a recruiter the other day, he had me do a practice test and said I scored high, I wish I could post the picture on here, but he said I could get any job I wanted based off the score on the practice and then continued with what are you thinking cook or infantry? I was like isnt like like the lowest jobs you can have? And then he was like I’m infantry and based off what you’ve told me it sounds like infantry would be a good fit for you. I felt hella bad when he said that 😂 I just agreed with him that it did sound like a good idea. He told me to look at all the jobs on the army website and to think about it, and he setup a meeting to take the picat on the 4th. I’m pretty excited to see what that score is gonna be.

In 1981a walked into the Army recruiting station and said give me the biggest sign up bonus she got let's go and I was a combat engineer and went to Fort Leonard Wood Missouri and yeah we kicked ass

The Airborne comment isn’t really a lie though. I’ve had Soldiers drop 4187s to go to Airborne school and they got approved, but they also received PCS orders to go to an Airborne unit.

I’m going to army recruiters today after school so he can talk to my mom about a plan that I can do once I’m 17. And pick my mos and such. I’ll keep you updated

Former Marine here, looking at Army, they seem to have more variety when it comes to MOS

@happyliving5626

5 жыл бұрын

Jose Escalona hey José ((: I am a 19 year old chick with the plan of being ufc next superstar. However national guard (army ) is some I was thinking about. But umm what do you say. I want some tht enhances my mind and discipline but also lets me train daily my martial arts. Help me out pls

@joseescalona8312

5 жыл бұрын

Venim G ! Hi there, if you are thinking about joining based on Martial Arts , I would say you are probably more equipped due to UFC ( assuming you are doing Martial Arts at a Gym/ MMA dojo) but if you are planning to join based on wanting to learn a trade or Job, I would say why not, just try to pick a Job you desire 😉

I hope you dont stop answering to comments as you get bigger :_) Can you make a couple of more fitness videos such as eating or workouts? Also can you make a couple of videos on SFAS?

@northernninety7

5 жыл бұрын

Ironic...

@roscoeware1234

5 жыл бұрын

@@northernninety7 how is this ironic

@northernninety7

5 жыл бұрын

His comment never got a reply from Matt.

@fofo6004

5 жыл бұрын

Minnesota Guy He can’t read em all

I'm glad I had a squared away recruiter that didn't try to bend the truth and lie.

My National Guard recruiter said the same thing about drill weekends

I am a Recruiter I agree, do you research first, we have a website and open net sources to check out before you even come to our offices. www.goarmy.com. I use open sources to verify what you will get for benefits why because I can know those are guaranteed by the DOD as long as you are in good standing with whatever service you join. Trust me the Army, Airforce, Marines, and Navy all have tuition assistance, G.I. Bill and retirement plans. The difference is that the Army can reserve your specific job here at the office based on the four factors of is it available, do your ASVAB scores support that career, are you morally qualified for that career, and can you pass the physical at MEPS for that career. Finally can you pass the OPAT in the rating identified for that career. If we can answer yes to all of those factors, then you can select that specific career. There is no smoke and mirrors. I show all my applicants all the jobs on the system that they qualify for and is currently open. So if you want to know how much you will be paid go on the DFAS page and look up military pay tables, all services get paid the same base pay based on rank, go to the VA website to verify the GI Bill and benefits you receive. Go to the Army schools site, most being at FT Benning, GA and find out the requirements for those schools. I am an Army Recruiter, you can ask me and I will tell you the Facts. I'm only temporarily on this assignment. It benefits me none to put you in the Army if you don't want to really 110% join. My job is to show you the Army and its benefits, its your decision to join. Good luck on your future endeavors. Plus shootmeup89, if you want real answers to whats going on in recruiting these days just ask.

Before going to a recruiter get evaluated by a phsychiatrist first. You need to make sure you are not running away from life, academics, bad relationships. Settle your busines then join. You must be 100% present to get through basic and AIT.

I talk to my recruiter today.

I’m about to see a navy recruiter soon hopefully they’re good

hey i'm just about turn 19 and i really want be come food specials in the army national grad and my recruiter told me he can make that happen if the passed the test should i believe him?

My dad was a recruiter a long time ago he tells everybody get it in writing if it's not in writing and they're not willing to put it in writing then there bullshiting you back in the day they were like car sales and they're just trying to get you in the door so they can get you signed up because they have a quota just like a lot of salesman do

The greater your options, then the less likely that you'd ever sign up.

Pretty much qualified for: Chef Patient administration specialist Combat engineer I let them pressure me into choosing one so i chose 12b im starting to think i made a huge mistake, I wanted to be an MP. But I let them fucking get to me. After I was recruited (sworn in) they don't even bother to talk to me anymore or even text/call me.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

Yepp, you shoulda got what you wanted...

@diavontepele-clark8181

6 жыл бұрын

Matt Ward Any tips on changing my MOS

@AlainTabangin

6 жыл бұрын

Crushed Ice get your ST score up. When you talk to retention you have a chance to switch MOS. Do it before a year of you ETS because there are lots of soldiers retention have to deal with.

@dominican-star_3837

4 жыл бұрын

Lmao get fucked hows it going so far?

I had no idea what to ask the recruiter when i joined the Army in 89. We had no computers or search engines. I would have looked at all the Mos's i qualified for and not just jumped at Artillery.

Headed to Ft. Jackson on the 22nd (reception). 15 Romeo. :)))

@ARMYprinncess

7 жыл бұрын

Majestic Human good luck

@_Dolofonia

6 жыл бұрын

Ahh relaxin Jackson.

@williamsmith8475

6 жыл бұрын

Majestic Human I was there today to watch my nephew take the oath. I'm not military, but I have mad respect for y'all. Thank you. Stay badass.

@amateurprospects

6 жыл бұрын

Sup to my channel

The OCS comment really isn’t a stretch either. You can apply while you’re on active duty, provided you have a degree.

May yuh do a video on ASVAB Again like books and techniques you recommend to have more chance to pass the ASVAB am really scared I won’t pass the ASVAB

@roguetribe1320

5 жыл бұрын

Aye Its Jay Official just keep studying and you’re be fine

C'MON Cat 4 I been on the list for to long.

My recruiter (Army) told me that they can guarantee me whatever job I want as long as I qualify for it and no other branch can do that.

recruiters know a lot about their branch. before you are a recruiter, you are in charge of people with needs. those needs require someone to figure things out. recruiters are those people that had figured things out for people. i was a recruiter and this guy had a ticked he forgot about. because i ran a police record check i found that on his record. he had money and i gave him a ride to the court house to pay his ticket. now his record is clear and he wont have problems with police.

I’m currently going through the enlistment process for the Army National Guard to help with contracting for Army ROTC because I wasn’t able to get a contract for the year I was supposed to and the contract guy from my host school said enlisting reserve or guard would potentially help. I go to a satellite company at a different school than my rotc Battalion which is University of Georgia, they never really treat us fair in terms of giving us contracts to begin with, in my situation, they had 35 contracts, my school wanted just 2, 1 for another guy and 1 for myself, the other guy got 1 I didn’t. Anyways I was talking to my Assistant PMS at my school and he recommended the recruiter I’ve been talking to and I asked him if I could get airborne and/or air Assault in my contract, he said of course, just tell the recruiter that. My APMS is a Major and a person I trust a lot who is Guard and worked in recruiting. Now when I asked the recruiter he said I couldn’t get those in my contract but the Georgia Army NG has been getting a ton of slots to those schools and everyone is turning the slots down so I’m almost 100% going to be able to pick up 1 or both schools after OSUT at Benning since I’m already going to be there for infantry I could just go straight to airborne. My question is, can I get those in my contract even though the recruiter said I couldn’t? Everyone I know whose been in the army especially the guys I know in infantry, Cavalry and special forces say that I need to get those written into the contract before I sign. Is reserve component different than active in terms of getting schools like airborne or air assault put in your contract? Or is this recruiter just not telling the right thing? Or is he maybe misinformed? Thoughts?

I'm doing PT with my recruiter starting next week. Do they give any Army shirts to you? what is PT with a recruiter like?

glad you still post often thanks bro.. I'm actually curious about what stores are at the px? and I've heard there's a gun store there? or am I wrong? please reply or make a video about those topics. thanks a lot bro!

@MattWard89

7 жыл бұрын

Yes you can buy guns at the PX but if you live on post you have to keep your guns stored in an armory. But its kinda like a mini mall where the main PX section is like a Walmart and a food court. There is usually a GameStop and supplement store. US Patriots store and what not. Nothing too fancy

@Alex-in5dc

7 жыл бұрын

Shootemup89 oh ok cool man thanks for the quick reply! subbed

In the national guard, can request to transfer states after 6 months

No 1. Jobs are based on scores and availability. No 2. Reservist can switch units, especially if they move. But no they cannot just pick and choose. No 3. Airborne, ranger, and specialty schools are also based on many factors. Don't be a person with a 31 asvab and expect to be a special forces. Recruiters can be misleading but also applicants can be a bit of a dreamer. My suggestion is to ask for pamphlets, use the asvab challenge app for your phone.

@Trenchroach3

4 ай бұрын

This is an old comment but I scored a 31 on the practice test which isn’t very good. I’m bad at the math, so I’m trying to study to get my score up, but the army recruiter I have is pressuring me to take the asvab anyways. I told him I want to be as confident as possible when I take it, and right now I’m not. But he’s still badgering me. What should I do? I want to be 19k (tanker). Any advice?

I had adhd and my recuriter told me to just lie to meps hes pushing me very hard get in im scared they will find out im 20 now and been off them for 2 years

4:00 into the video and asking myself if this is going anywhere...

Join the Army...and go to every school you can get your hands on.

What exactly do you mean by "go airborne"? I'm considering Guard and I thought you contracted with a specific MOS for the life of the contract?

I spent several years as a Recruiter (Gold Ring), you have given out some very good advise. The Recruiters in the command, when I was recruiting, were under a tremendous amount of pressure from the officer corps, that would include the company officer to the commanding general. They believe that every body wants to join, and that there is a line at the door. They have a military mind set, they need a civilian bearing, and an understanding of how a market analysis works (probably don't use one). When I was recruiting, I found it easier to lay out all options, that an applicant was qualified for. I informed the applicant it was like buying a car, if I have the product you want then buy, if not, I will help you find the Branch of Service that had the type of training he/she was looking for. It's better to have a happy service member in another branch, than a disgruntled Army Soldier. It also helps when your enlistee returns home and tells everyone you are a straight shooter and will not BS you, but will tell you the truth.

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

You were a great recruiter I can tell. Thank you!

@carlmcelroy2508

6 жыл бұрын

Times have changed

@kengtsacollins9702

4 жыл бұрын

Hello sir

@kengtsacollins9702

4 жыл бұрын

I need help i just completed my medical report and i made it through

@kengtsacollins9702

4 жыл бұрын

Just wish to know the way forward i need someone to direct me thanks

Talking to a recruiter about facts is akin to getting your defense from the prosecution. Their job is have you join. It's sales 101.

Hey Matt, I really appreciate your videos. I'm thinking about joining the army national guard and I'm finishing up my senior year in high school. I want to be a helicopter pilot as a warrent officer. My recruiter told me that's it's a really easy transition from my unit to wocs. Should I try to make then put it in my contract? Or how do you think I can best obtain that?

My recruiter was straight forward and told me to stick with my job. His boss however was cool but he also tried to get me to be an 88M and Me and my recruiter were like nahhh lol

whatever you do people. MAKE SURE and I mean MAKE SURE whatever you want to do and then some. IS ON PAPER. most important key word (paper)

@MattWard89

6 жыл бұрын

yepp

@carlmcelroy2508

6 жыл бұрын

The 3 things the Army can gurantee on paper is MOS, Ship dates to training, and any bonuses or options such as Ranger and Airborne as that appllcant is qualified morally, medically, and academically, and that the career is vacant at the time and the options are attached to that career.

I'm joining the Army here soon. I've been talking to a Marine recruiter because he's the only one that I've seen around school. But I already know the MOS I want which is 91C, or Utility Equipment Repairer. I've been in school for HVAC and working around it long enough to know that I want that to be my career. If I get it on paper that I want that to be my MOS, does that mean it's set and cant be switched? Because I dont want to go through basic and my 12 weeks of training for my MOS just to get shipped out in combat. I want to serve my country in the best way I know how and that's with HVAC. Thanks for the videos, they help a lot

I visited my Army recruiter for the first time. I've done hours of research about how to go to OCS. I know STEM degrees are highly preferred for the selection board but my recruiter said a STEM degree is required instead of just very highly preferred to join as an officer or you would have to go enlisted if you don't have a STEM degree. I've looked online and I couldn't find anything saying a STEM degree is required. Would anyone be able to help clarify this? I have a degree in economics which is sometimes on the board of whether its a STEM degree or not.