I notice a lot of regulars after staying some years in SAF suddenly seem to have this burning desperation to get out of it. Most seem to want to get out because the existing job is simply too boring and/or they hear friends in the pte sector making big money and want to join them.

My sample size is not very big, but my observation is 4-6 years exc. NS obligation seems to be the danger period. After that they will be resigned to their fate and stay in SAF until retire.

Maybe more regulars who are thinking of getting out can share why you all want to leave SAF?