Hi, I was an ex-SAF regular also..its true like what the previous posters are saying...some of my batch guys make it, some didnt make it and went back to sign on again. It's definately a difficult transition for SAF regulars, after 6 years in the force...we wont have any 'real' valuable experience that we can bring to the table for the private employers...worse if you are in the combat vocation...somemore there's a certain stigma in the private sector regarding SAF regulars...

all I can say that 4 more years ontop of 2 years NSF is a very valuable time period..most of my private sector friends are more sucessful now..I did finally settled down on a job that I like after hopping 2-3 times.

During the process, I did have some self-doubt and uncertainty about the future. In short, its not end of the world if you plan to leave after 6 years, just be prepared for a 'dip' and work doubly hard during the transition. Who knows that you might be suitable for regular life and decide that you want to stay on after the bond? Anyway, good luck on your decision.