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I told myself I was going to talk to a recruiter from every branch I first walked into the Marines office I got sold now I’m enlisting into the Marines those guys are persuasive
I had a different experience. Marines have consistently been a dick to me. I have no clue why. Dad was a marine vet and brother. Im going army January 4th.
@@BuddhaCatt that makes alot of sense yeah. They wouldn't want to put someone In a videography position just because they're interested In it, when there's someone else who fits that job perfectly. The last thing I'd want is to be naturally good at automotive and not have a good enough score to get something I wanna do for the rest of my life. And just be fucking stuck fixing brake pads my whole contract Thanks for the insight brother
@@Breadboi316 if you know about mechanics already you’ll get a good MM score on the ASVAB and be able to qual for any automotive repair job you want. No worries.
My recruiter said the reason he joined is because he had relatives that served in the Army with nothing to show for it but he had a neighbor who was a Marine vet and he said he saw something different in him that made him want to be a part of the Marines
We Marines are a proud bunch for sure! Its something you'll carry with you for the rest of your life! The brotherhood lives on long after the Corps my friend!
GUYS! This is your future...Write down these 20 questions and walk in to that Recruiting Office prepared! Comment down below which Branch of the Military you're considering and let me know if you have already spoken to a Recruiter! Semper Fi 🇺🇲
@@jeandorvil5998 dude, this is such a late response and I apologize! RU-vid is terrible and notifications. Join the FTC community on Discord, you can reach me there bro! discord.gg/gXKzPVMqyh
Studying for the asvab, I’ve been doing one hour everyday and once I reach the 30 day mark I’m going to the recruiters office to sign up for the marines! Thank you this video has helped alot
Wow! Good stuff, my question was? I want to join, he said how about the Infantry? Hell yes! 0311, good news? Off to Rota, Spain and reenlisted for Hawaii 2/3. Loved it!!
I've been thinking about joining the marines for a good couple of months now and these are great questions to ask a recruiter thank you and your friend for giving us these questions to use much appreciated and thank you for your service🇺🇸
I joined because my uncle and my father were army veterans..and I knew a guy who was a Marine and he carried himself in a dignified manner and just had alot of courtesy, SIR, M'AAM, etc. My father always told people, "I Was In The Army " and the ol Marine always said, "I'm A Marine " and whenever he ran into another Marine they were like ol friends, like family you haven't seen in a while..and my father and uncle didn't carry on like that with other Army veterans..so I became a Marine.
I think question number #19 is a question we all eventually have when we start thinking about the military... and that is what has prevented me from going. I think i am finally gonna bite the bullet and talk to a recruiter to see whats up ha.... but seriously need to get my life in order.
Did my first IST today. At 6 ft 2 in 224lbs I got the following results in order. Fail pullups: 2 required: 6 Fail pushups: 30 required: 45 Fail 1.5mi run: 14:10 required: 12:30 Pass crunches: 67 required: 60 (Recruiter smoked us at this point because so many of us failed... he was pissed... at the ones who have been in the DEP for a while. Not me as it was my first IST and I havent PT with them yet. We then did ammo can lifts) Fail ammo can lift: 51 required: 65 Overall i think i did ok for my first IST and i think i will hit all requirements before the next IST next month. I'm not aiming for the minimum though. I'm going infantry so I will be aiming for the maximum. My current ship date is January 11, 2021.
Strive to be a PT Stud! Its all about consistency. Set little goals for yourself and strive to reach those goals. Keep challenging yourself and the results will follow! Good luck bud.
@@nathanwinfrey7323 I graduated boot camp in April and MCT (marine combat training) in May. For my PFT I had 8 pullups 112 crunches 24:35 3 mile For my CFT I had 3 minute 880m sprint 115 ammo can lifts 2:55 maneuver under fire At 6 foot 2 inches tall i came off the reaper at 204 lbs. I was one of the best hikers in both of my platoons during boot camp and MCT. Oorah!
so I'm 16 years old and I'm a junior. I plan on joining the military my senior year after I turn 17. My questions for you is did you actually enjoy what you did in the marine corps? Also, what were some of the things you enjoyed doing while you were in the service?
I'm actually thinking about enlisting with the Navy I've been watching like a bunch of videos mostly on boot camp and what jobs I want to do which I'm not really sure what I want to do yet in there if I do decide to join but at the same time I kind of want to because there's really nothing for me to do in my hometown anymore and all I've been doing is washing dishes for 5 years and one day I just came in to my work just miserable trying to decide what I want to do with my life and in my boss talk to me and overheard me wanted to see about the military and he convinced me to at least attempted to go see what it's about and I've been kind of freaking out a little bit like what am I going to ask what am I going to do how am I going to lose all this weight and get prepared for boot camp but after watching this video I think I'm feeling a little bit confident going in there now and I'm going tomorrow actually as of me typing this so man thank you for putting this video out man for me to write down so I don't be so nervous when I go in there tomorrow thank you and Godspeed
I’m at the cutoff age of 28. Currently a CPT and just looking to get more out of life. I don’t think my girlfriend is to hyped but sometimes in life you have to put your goals first. Thanks for the video.
As a former Marine Corps recruiter, many of these questions would have irritated the hell out of me. Why? Because a recruiter has no clue of many of those topics as he/she is a recruiter and not a fortune teller. Each interview is a detailed sales presentation catered to the individuals expressed needs so coming in with somebody else's questions pretty much defeats the purpose. A lot of there are good follow-up questions to ask of the recruiter, but not for a first time meet and some of them will be covered in the first initial meeting without you asking.
I joined the Marine Corps in 1996 and then the Navy in 2002. I wish I had this information back then. I know 2 different branches. I waited 6 months to try to swear back in the Marine Corps because of 9/11. They were dragging their feet. I talked to a Navy recruiter and 13 days later I was swearing in as a sailor. I served 8 years total. Now keep this in mind. I'm part of a very small group of veterans. Since the creation of the Department of Defense from the War Department back in the 1940s there have only been about 40,000 veterans that have been in 2+ branches of military(at separate times of course)in their lives.
My man! Let me know how it goes! Also, Join the Discord Community discord.gg/qjGW9S9bq3 You can meet others in the process of joining, help answer questions to those not as far along as you and hit me up directly!
@@ForTheCorps Hello, asking my military recruiter these questions in the video went well. I asked it to my recruiter and another recruiter. When I asked the question of why I should join the marine corps over the other branches I ended up answering my own question😂. But yeah overall it went good.
When he said, you’re going to get excited and forget things, I will never forget what happened and those words that came out of my mouth...that day my left eyes was switching here and there. I literally said to my recruiter, “I want to loose weight so bad”, etc. bro, I think i was hype at that time😂🤦🏽. Not to mention those list of questions The process is different these days. The reserves these days is different from back in the day. Today’s reserves soldiers will serve at least 6 years in total. Idk what was it like back in the day, in the 2000s? Sir, can you please make a video where you describe the differences and similarities between “back in the day and these days” process? Please and thank you! Can’t wait for your upcoming update!
@@ForTheCorps just swore in today, currently in the car with my recruiters on my way home from MEPS. I also got the rate I wanted who’s here is Corpsman. Extremely excited for what the future holds for me and I can’t wait to help save lives.
This might be a little bit late but you can also ask your recruiter for you to spend the weekend on reserve so you can see what you'll be doing, its what my dad did and its what Ill be doing.
Interesting. This does actually sound familiar. But, I was only under the impression you could do this “no strings attached” when you came off active and we’re considering the reserves. Are you talking about doing this while I’m the DEP program?
@@ForTheCorpsI recommend this video for Everyone seeing a Recruiter. 👏 I wrote all the questions down while listening. Yes, the Recruiter was very surprised and He opened up more in detail because of it. My Daughter also needed to hear these questions and His answers. We have to admit when we're younger yearning for independence we aren't necessarily thinking about the long term affects that go with our feel-good in the moment decision making.
Most of these questions are questions a Marine Corps recruiter couldn't possibly answer. He couldn't possibly tell you how leave works, tuition assistance, promotions, liberty, general duties ect...a recruiter answer how to process your paperwork and what bootcamp is like. For a better idea of what your life might look like, i would talk to people who are working the job you are interested in.
A recruiter is only a recruiter for about 3 years… they were living the “life” of a Marine before they became a recruiter. I’d say they’re overly qualified to answer any and all of these questions.
@@ForTheCorps i have served 6 years. Been to 4 units. I've worked in the wing, base G6, battery, and infantry. None of those are even remotely the same. There are many units, commands, and jobs/billets that will make a Marine's experience very unique. Asking a recruiter about leave policy or field experience is like asking someone from the south how is life like in Montgomery Alabama.
I’m glad I asked most of these question outta general concern for myself lol idk if it’s the pressure or what, but that scary if some y’all possibly sighing up to die and don’t even know when your getting paid 😭😂but all’s well that ends well.
Rn I’m jus Running and das it I jus can’t find a way too go too Gyms but I wanna be in the Marine Corps at 17 or talk too a Marine Recruiter at 17 and is soon is like 40 something days but I jus wanna thank you so much for doing this Types of videos and it motivates Me too do so many things too get my head straight and right for the Marine Corps🥺but for now I’ll probably run and jus do Push-ups
Question @ForTheCorps: For what you can remember, was there a fair amount of mid-20s age guys/gals in your platoon or for what you knew around BC? I'm a 26 year old male, finishing my contract with AmeriCorps in November 2021 and I've been wanting to join the USMC for quite sometime now but in the back of my mind, it's telling me that I'm too old. I remember in one of your videos you said that your drill instructor doesn't care how old you are. Just wanted your thoughts and thanks for the videos.
LMAO! I honestly hate recording and editing videos believe it or not. Its just not my strong suit. But, Im glad it got the point across! Did it make you subscribe?!
What kind of workouts should I be focusing on the most so that I can be successful during IST, PT Sessions, and or bootcamp? I DO NOT want to fail the PT by any means and I want to hit the maximum if not more.
It’s different for every branch, but usually includes push-ups, pull-ups, crunches and a mile run, sometimes more. You can find PT requirements for your branch online. If you can run a mile in under 9 minutes, do 50 pushups, and do a 3 minute plank, then you should be fine.
I would say here’s a good question to also ask that I came up with from question number one does the four if you sign up for your contract and a four year reserve contract does that go towards your 20+ years
Why The US MARKNE CORPS Have Age Limit 17 To 28 Year Old Why It Didn’t Change Like Other Branch For Example Accepting 30 Or 33 Year Old To The New 17 To 33 🇺🇸💪🏻⚓️🪖💣🧨
I’m trying to join the Army National Guard. I’m nervous about approaching the recruiter because I likely need a couple waivers: age, discharge from prior service. I’ve run into many obstacles trying for Active Duty and was told the Guard was my best shot. Are the recruiters less willing to push you through the process if they have to apply for waivers?
Thanks man. I am glad you have found the channel helpful! I wish you nothing but the best of luck! Please keep me updated on your journey and progress!
Be difficult with them. Let them know that you won’t join if you feel you’re being mislead. If they aren’t telling you the truth or treating you poorly find a new one.
@@ForTheCorps this reassured me, thank you. I’ve written lots of questions. I go tomorrow to talk to a recruiter. Obviously there’s no obligation, and I am interested but your video and many others have helped me be less anxious about the whole thing. I appreciate it man for real
great video Tony, I just found your channel and am really considering on joining the Marines, I am a male 22yr old, but am overweight atm, but im currently doing a diet to lose weight. So far I have lost almost 50lbs since starting it. I was talking to a Marine Recruiter over text the other day, and am very interested. I started my diet at 330lbs ( yeah yeah ik, its just so hard to get rid of eating junk food. But I am doing better now ) now i am currently 285lbs. I asked what is the min/max weight for a male who is 5'5, he said if you can get down to 173lbs, you'll be good to go for boot camp. Tho I might go a little lower than that tbh. I am gonna try to join by end of 2023, mid to end of 2024.
I got turned down twice by the marines because of my age but I’m going into the army and want to do a 20 year contract should I go for a 4 year then reenlist?????
Because the Marine Corps likes them young. The ideal USMC enlisted recruit is someone just out of high school. The average age of a Marine is younger than any other servicemember and it's not the best branch for older recruits. 27 is a very young (wo)man in the real world, in the Marine Corps, a 27-year-old is a crusty old SNCO who already looks 40. The asshole squad leader treating you like shit is only 20 years old. I wouldn't advise anyone over about 22 to enlist in the Corps, even if they're wilfully accepted. Any of the other services are better for whatever you're looking for MOS-wise (including combat arms) and generally have more diversity in age range. You're more likely to have peers around your own age.
I was planning on joining the marine reserves since I’m having a baby and no trades skills, would you highly recommend? I see it as an open door to join the fbi down the line
Go for it man. I always recommend going active for your first four years, but it all depends on your situation. The Marine Corps is a great resource and can set you up for a lot of opportunities down the road. Feel free to reach out whenever man and good luck to you.
Not that I'm telling my recruiter but I am currently an everyday weed smoker, and am obviously getting clean at the moment I just started as I just started the process with getting in contact with a recruiter, about how long can I delay meps so I can ensure I have a clean drug screen
I’m not a recruiter or any thing but this is the same question I had… I’m probably going to say what’s the earliest I could take it then say what’s the latest?
You recruiter will be able to answer this question. They seriously encounter this everyday with people. Let them know you smoke once in a while and tell them you want to be a Marine, but you are worried about the drug test.
I got administratively separated for asking a girl out this shit is annoying but optics are important just wondering dose anyone know how I can get back in with a general under honorable and a re code 3 perfect service record no issues just that one article 15 any advice would be appreciated was an E-4 with 3 years in service.
"I got administratively separated for asking a girl out" Why do I get the feeling there is more, I mean WAY more to the story than this. You don't get kicked out for asking someone out. Maybe you should've taken the hint after the 150th time she said no/fuck off.
Honestly, I think the age cut off is 28. There might be an exception to the rule with some type of waiver. I knew guys that enlisted at 28 and they had families. They just realized later in life they wanted to do it. Go talk to a recruiter and see what your options are man.
Im a 19 yr in college over in Texas getting my associates in science to be able 2 get my core classes n transfer over 2 university 2 get my bachelors in aerospace engineering 2 be a Air Force pilot, after college grad with my associates im questioning whether i want 2 join the Army Reserves or the Marine Reserves and enlist 2 be a crew chief and other jobs related 2 aviation, i want 2 be in the reserves so that i can be able 2 get my bachelors 2 be a pilot in the Air Force, which branch should i go 4 to be reserves part time at university and serve?
Haha, working on that man.. I am no pro at this editing shit, but definitely working on getting better at it! If only you saw the amount of times I mess up during filming. Its frustrating, but we all gotta start somewhere!