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What should I expect from a military recruiter?
Generally, here’s what to expect:
- Step 1: Meet with a recruiter. You’ll meet your point of contact for the branch you’re interested in.
- Step 2: Pick your branch and gather paperwork.
- Step 3: Take the ASVAB.
- Step 4: Take a medical exam.
- Step 5: Read and sign your contract.
- Step 6: Get ready for your military career to start.
Why are Army recruiters so pushy?
Salesmen are pushy and forceful because they must convince people to something they might not be disposed to do. Military Recruiters have particular quotas (like most salesmen) that they must meet to do their job. Some recruiters barely get 3 hours of sleep because they’re busy trying to meet their quotas.
Do recruiters get a bonus for hiring new recruits?
In fact, recruiters put more hours on-the-job than just about any person in the military. Regardless of what you’ve heard, recruiters do not get a monetary bonus for signing people up. They get their regular paycheck, whether you enlist or not.
What do military recruiters make per recruit?
Originally Answered: Do military recruiters get paid per recruit? No, at least in the U.S. military, recruiters from each of the service branches are paid just like other military personnel serving. Their salary is based on the rank/grade they hold & the number of years of service.
Why do recruiters lie to you about military jobs?
This is a lie that recruiters tell you to get you to sign into an open or high demand field. While there are some jobs that provide you with skills you need to have a great civilian career, some jobs do not have an equivalent at all. This is something to consider when you do not plan to spend 20 year in the Military. 4.
What happens if a recruiter fails a mission in the Army?
What the Army can do to a recruiter is make them work extra hours. A recruiter who fails their mission 2-3 months in a row may find themselves: In meetings/retraining from 6 AM-9AM. On the phone with a station commander watching from 9 AM-8 PM.
What is an recruiter in the military?
Recruiters are usually the first interaction you receive when joining a branch of the Armed Services. They are the ultimate salesperson and have all the influence to steer you in the direction that fits them best. Everyone has heard a, “but my recruiter told me this” story.
Do the military recruiters have quotas?
Yes, they do have quotas. Unlike in the civilian world, they do not make more money when they exceed their quotas. The only thing they get are various recruiting awards as recognition.