Originally Posted by
Cruz5350
There's no shortage in the military I literally just got told thanks but no thanks from the reserves. Recruiter had 35 packets for a board this year that only required 3 slots. Trying for the guard before I age out this year but the reality is they'll select some enlisted guy with a private before someone off the street and there's a good shot they'll medical out or wash out before completing UPT. Hardly a shortage in the military.
There's no shortage of young, motivated guys willing to sign up. The shortage is in retention of experienced guys. When VSP was offered two years ago, all but one of my eligible friends (that I commissioned with) applied and separated.