Get One program makes it easier to refer people

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  • By 512th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. --  The Air Force Reserve is constantly updating and improving the Get 1 Now Program.  This is a reservist's chance to recommend people with whom he or she wishes to serve with. 

For submitting referrals, reservists receive a series of commemorative coins, and if the referrals turn into accessions, the reservists receive awards modeled after commander's coins. When four referrals turn into four accessions, the referring reservist will receive a plaque with the thanks of Lt. Gen. John Bradley, Commander, Air Force Reserve Command. 

Annual individual winners may choose a flight on any aircraft in the Air Force Reserve inventory. All awards are listed on the Web site, www.Get1Now.US. 

Reservists and operating locations are also competing for the most Get 1 Now accessions each year, and past winners are noted on the website. 

Through this site, Reservists may also check their accounts to see what awards they have accrued and what the status of those awards is. From this site, they may also enter referrals. The site is self-prompting, so entering information is easy. Referrals can also be entered by calling (877) 786-2372. An e-advisor, usually a former recruiter, will walk the reservist through the referral process. 

This year, to make it easier for reservists to enter referrals, a unique account and password has been created for everyone. This information has been loaded onto Get 1 Now membership cards. These personalized cards are being phased in - some reservists are receiving them through the mail and some personally through UTAs. With these cards, servicemembers are automatically entered into the program, so the paperwork has been kept to a minimum. 

Last year, Get 1 Now accounted for 447 accessions. Since October 1, 2006, referrals have increased by 21 percent, a great increase, but Air Force Reserve officials say they'd like to do even better. 

In 2007, this number can dramatically increase with the support of reservists. 

"We have to remember we are all recruiters," said Senior Master Sgt. Henry McCaffrey, the senior recruiter for the Dover Operating Location. "Who else would be better fit to serve next to us than someone we already know and personally trust."