E039 Myths about Military Careers

Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E039

A Military Career

Key takeaway: What a military career is like, and who is suited for one

Topics covered in this video: 

• What kinds of people might be interested and suited
• How military service pays - initially and over time
• Recruiters from the different branches have varying offers at different times
• Does the military offer such great pay and benefits because the job is unattractive?
• Randy describes the typical workday for people in different jobs
• The physical aspect of the job, rucking, parachuting
• How to think about re-enlistment bonuses, saving for retirement, retirement after 20 years
• How to research potential military careers, learning from the experience of others