Guard SF is the way to go! Good training without all the AD BS! 18F4V 23 years (USSF) OEF2, 10 overseas deployments!
@ryanbeech6917
2 ай бұрын
Hey boss, I would love to pick your brain about this stuff, I'm thinking about going back in for NG SF and wanted to hear it from someone whose been there and knows the ins and outs
@rhino7933
5 ай бұрын
My dad was a ng xo for ~10 years and he warned me that the bureaucracy in the guard was actually worse than the big army. Getting packets and papers filed is a pain in the ass because nobody wants to do their staff job. He said you need to continually bug the staffers to get what you need done for yourself. It took them 2 years to accept and process his retirement, and the entire time his name stayed on the roster so they begged him to come in every time his company had a formation. I think as long as you got sfre in your packet you don’t really have to worry about the guard bureaucracy effecting your sf career.
@InfiniteGrit
5 ай бұрын
Jeez! That is wild. I can definitely see how that could be a problem though. I appreciate you sharing!
@andrewgeldmacher4765
2 ай бұрын
How do the National guard groups complete the Q course? Doesn’t it like take 56-95 weeks of consistent training to complete.
@ExtraRice365
5 ай бұрын
You pretty much confirmed what I already hoped. I spoke to both NG and AD recruiters but chose AD because I want to go full send into SF and I don't have any commitments or fulfilling career in my civ life. Maybe in 10 years I'll apply to switch to NG if I want to start a family.
@InfiniteGrit
5 ай бұрын
Hell yeah man. It’s quite the ride but extremely worth it. I wish you nothing but the best!
@cat8088
4 ай бұрын
im in the same boat, im about to apply for AD im going around learning the pros and cons of both AD & NG rn
@Inposed
5 ай бұрын
With this, many states will prioritize 18-series individuals for ADOS and AGR slots within the group and the counter-drug units. Therefore, there’s the possibility of still enjoying the benefits of being a full-time soldier without much of the bureaucracy and paperwork.
@InfiniteGrit
5 ай бұрын
That’s awesome!
@jacobl6109
5 ай бұрын
What are ADOS and AGR slots?
@Inposed
5 ай бұрын
@@jacobl6109 ADOS and AGR are different types of employment opportunities you can get in the NG. ADOS (active duty occupational status) and AGR( active guard reserve). It gives you the opportunity to earn active duty time and benefits through the guard.
@nomad0395
5 ай бұрын
I’ve been debating this myself, my buddy told me I should go NG and I didn’t know there was a SFG in the NG but I’ve always wanted to go Active Duty for Army SFOD-A… thank you for breaking down the different between the two I don’t think anyone has done a video between the two!
@AFGixxeR88
5 ай бұрын
The only thing I’ve heard besides over course the obvious job side etc is that if you go to selection and fail in the NG you don’t go to needs of the army like you do AD. You just go back home.
@uffu2490
Ай бұрын
This is something I am seriously considering as the opportunities, although openly advertised, are phenomenal in terms of leadership. Im a recent college graduate and prior to Covid, I was going to attend law school BUT my mother had major health issues I had to attend to and I had to support my family. Regardless, Berets offer a lot of diversity when it comes to training and, since I already have a job, it’ll be a great resume booster. Every job has its downsides and I just have to embrace how selection is going to suck. Ughhh. Being in charge is like trying to herd stray cats when no one wants to listen/do work.
@syedraza6314
2 ай бұрын
Thank you. This is very helpful man. I’m 33/34 considering guard sf primarily because I have a career in banking and after training pipeline q course all that, I would like to go back to my civilian job but still have the opportunity to pick up deployments. As I understand, the training pipeline is roughly 2 years and then another 3 years in reserves with one weekend a month, but I could be wrong. Could you maybe do a video on service term for SF and maybe other things? Or point in right direction. Thanks bro !!
@syedraza6314
2 ай бұрын
Also, how competitive is guard sf vs 18x or maybe other ways to become a green beret. As I’m sure it’s an attractive option for folks that have family career all that
@rhino7933
5 ай бұрын
Been waiting for this lol
@bureaucraticconsequences4828
4 ай бұрын
Im planning on goi g the Guard SF route. Im married, no kids. Was wondering if it better to just full the send the whole pipeline or join then get the 18X contract to break up time away from home.
@InfiniteGrit
4 ай бұрын
Obviously a highly personal choice but if I were to choose, I’d go 18x off the bat. It’s the most time you’ll ever get in the Army to prep for selection and have all the resources and support around you. There’s no way around the time away from home and there will never be a good time for it. As long as your family is on board it’s not too bad
@Dirtydan200
2 ай бұрын
What would you suggest if I want to go to college at this time aswell
@jbird4165
5 ай бұрын
National guard is the smart route.
@ryanbeech6917
22 күн бұрын
Is SFAS and the Q course doable in mid 30s? I would be going for the NG side. Obviously the first 2 parts are identical but as far as being on a team, is it more doable in our 30s?
@InfiniteGrit
18 күн бұрын
Absolutely. I know many guys that went through in their mid 30s. We even had a couple guys who were in their 40s in my class
@frankjaeger3799
5 ай бұрын
is a guard bum a bad thing? im confused
@InfiniteGrit
5 ай бұрын
Not at all! Just a funny Army term for guys that do it
@pyeitme508
20 күн бұрын
Wow
@AFGixxeR88
5 ай бұрын
If you didn’t go in prior meaning you never served, would you go in now at your current age and mentality?
@commandercrypto
2 ай бұрын
Yes, this! Please answer
@lavonglenn641
Ай бұрын
32 thinking going would this be to old.
@joebidenn9697
28 күн бұрын
@@lavonglenn641I think it’s pretty common for dudes in their 30s to go. Watch FNG academy he has a video about it.
@AFGixxeR88
22 күн бұрын
Most guys aren’t going to basic in their 30’s from a civilian though. Seems the 18x is a high wash out rate at this current time
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