Posted on Mar 2, 2014
SGM Matthew Quick
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For those interested, I am available to review active Army MSG/1SG records for the upcoming FY14 AC SGM board (convenes 3 June) during the month of March.

Note: Ensure you've completed SSD-4 (required for promotion consideration).

If you are interested in getting your records reviewed, email the following documents to  [login to see] :

- DA Photo
- ERB
- Last 3 NCOERs

I will provide feedback (normally by the weekend), even if everything is 'perfect'.

Related MILPER Messages:
FY14 AC SGM Board Announcement - https://www.hrc.army.mil/milper/14-023
Amended FY14 AC SGM Board Announcement - https://www.hrc.army.mil/milper/14-038

BACKGROUND:
I have over 10 years experience as a Human Resources Specialist (PMOS 42A) and another 10 years experience as an Army Career Counselor (PMOS 79S).  I've reviewed ERBs/records on a near-daily basis.

Why do I think I'm qualified to review records?
I was (and still am) thoroughly mentored and I was (and am still) provided with an abundance of career guidance through many sources and I was selected in my first year of eligibility (secondary zone) for SFC, MSG and SGM (not blowing my own horn and I'm not saying I'm even remotely better than anyone else). I was also fortunate enough to review records for the past 10 years for Soldiers considering different career options and NCOs being considered for promotion.

How do I have the time?
I am currently attending the US Army Sergeants Major Academy during the day and have taken a hiatus from college classes (I have 10+ years to complete my master's degree)...instead of wasting my time 'hanging out', I'll continue to provide counsel and mentorship to our Soldiers/NCOs. It will also keep my mind sharp for my next assignment after the Sergeants Major Academy.
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MSG William Cunningham
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Here's my question: Why is this assistance usually offered (not you MSG Quick, just in general) right before a board is going to convene? Or why do NCOs seek this out right before a board? I want somebody to look at my stuff now.......long before I'm eligible to be looked at for MSG and\or SGM. Those outside my immediate area of influence look at things differently and can identify areas of weakness and COA to improve in time for the NCO to possibly make a needed change. I truly applaud your efforts and think more should offer the "look". I would (and plan on) ask more than a year out. JMO
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SGM Matthew Quick
SGM Matthew Quick
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SFC Cunningham,

I'm putting my services out there to in an attempt to/for:

1.  Encourage others to do the same,
2.  NCOs to take a more proactive look at their and their Soldier's records and,
3.  as 'another pair of eyes' prior to a board

This keeps my mind sharp, in case I get alzheimer's one day, and can remain a useful part of this community...I would encourage others to offer their services, but I can understand if they're not available.
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SFC Rear Detachment Ncoic
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What about Staff Sergeants wanting to be ready for Sergeant First Class? Can you help out with that too? You are doing great things for the Army!
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SGM Matthew Quick
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SSG Graves,

I already posted the SFC Promotion Board records review (search 'Records Review") months ago...I'll continue to do each board a few months in advance, giving NCOs ample time to tighten up their records.
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SFC Rear Detachment Ncoic
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I will have to find it. Thanks!
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1SG Network Operations Chief
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SGM Quick what forum are you reviewing records. Where can I send it to you? Thanks.

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SFC Dawson
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