What is one practice that recruiters should not engage in with recruits?

Forming social relationships with recruits is a practice that recruiters should avoid. This guideline is in place to maintain a professional and objective relationship between the recruiter and the recruits. Establishing a social relationship can lead to blurred lines between personal and professional interactions, potentially compromising the integrity of the recruiting process. It can create perceptions of favoritism or bias and may lead to ethical concerns regarding the recruitment process. The goal is to ensure that recruits feel they are treated fairly and equally, with the focus always being on their career service and readiness to join the military.

The other practices mentioned—encouraging official military training, assisting with enlistment paperwork, and providing pre-enlistment counseling—are essential components of the recruiter's responsibilities. They are designed to prepare and guide recruits effectively through the enlistment process, focusing on their needs and well-being in a structured, professional manner.