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Here is the scenario: CPL(P), been promotable for going on 24 months. WLC Complete. SSD-1 and SSD-3 complete. 35/40 at Weapons Qual. 230+ APFT score and improving after 3 surgeries (Elbow/Knee). Currently in taking college courses and working on Correspondence Courses while on 2nd deployment. In a stagnant MOS, but enjoys MOS. Staring at RCP in a couple years and Branch isn't going to be promoting within MOS for at least the next 18 months. Points have been maxed out except for one month in past 24. Reclass is an option but is having thoughts about leaving the service. Was approached about possibly getting a Battlefield Promotion, but now it looks as if it will not happen.
Yes, I'm talking about myself.
I'm at a crossroads in my Army career and I'm really stuck on what my next move should be. I really want to stay in, because I enjoy what I do, but in order for me to expand my horizons and opportunities, I NEED to make SGT. As each day passes, I'm losing hope that it will happen, but I come to work every day and do what I have to do....
Any helpful professional/personal advice would be greatly appreciated...
Yes, I'm talking about myself.
I'm at a crossroads in my Army career and I'm really stuck on what my next move should be. I really want to stay in, because I enjoy what I do, but in order for me to expand my horizons and opportunities, I NEED to make SGT. As each day passes, I'm losing hope that it will happen, but I come to work every day and do what I have to do....
Any helpful professional/personal advice would be greatly appreciated...
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SFC (Join to see)
I understand that you love your MOS, but if your MOS is not promoting, you might have to take the hit and reclass to another MOS that has better promotion opportunities. I was a 42A in a previous life, but reclassed to intel in order to get promoted. If you want to make the Army a career, I suggest that you consider reclassing.
I understand that you love your MOS, but if your MOS is not promoting, you might have to take the hit and reclass to another MOS that has better promotion opportunities. I was a 42A in a previous life, but reclassed to intel in order to get promoted. If you want to make the Army a career, I suggest that you consider reclassing.
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Ok, I see part of the problem now. You're in a STAGNANT MOS. And because it's stagnant, you're not getting promoted and because you're not getting promoted, you're thinking of getting out. THAT'S ABSOLUTELY STUPID - it's a classic case of the tail wagging the dog. When's the next time you're going to quit when life throws you a curve? I'd strongly suggest reclass. After a year of two of wearing the rack, then, I'd recommend either Recruiting or DS duty. Then stand back and prepare to be amazed.
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1SG Michael Blount
@CPL (P) Nathan Knott - You really need to ask yourself why you're in the Army, then. Is it to serve a cause larger than yourself, or is it just a job? Because if it's just a job - you're right, it's not for you and you'll likely make more in the private sector. You'll also find the grass is always greener over the septic tank. If you decide to stay in, you'll be sending a message to yourself and others that, no matter what the obstacle, nothing is going to get in my way.
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If your calling is to serve then go for 25D. If not there are a ton of helpdesk and level 1 troubleshooting tech jobs out there not to mention the entry level Cyber Security jobs springing up.
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I'm in the same boat 1SG. 280 pt score, 40 of 40 weapons, list goes on. I'm currently sitting at 667 points. Love my MOS as 94F. But like you said tail wagging the dog. I try once to get out and it was balanced. December my window opens and it's time for a change. Gonna switch MOS and then get ready for DS duty. If its like you say "stand back and be amazed. " Then I'm so ready for what's to come.
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1SG Michael Blount
SSG (Join to see) - Three things I would suggest, CPL.
1. PT your ass off before reporting to the Academy. The single biggest thing that gets people sent home is that opening APFT (remember to keep your head in the neutral position, that is looking straight ahead while doing pushups).
2. Get hold of the role model presentations and start memorizing them. I have them on digits if you want 'em. Personal email is: [login to see]
3. Let me know when you're going to graduate. I'll take a couple days off from work to see you walk the stage.
1. PT your ass off before reporting to the Academy. The single biggest thing that gets people sent home is that opening APFT (remember to keep your head in the neutral position, that is looking straight ahead while doing pushups).
2. Get hold of the role model presentations and start memorizing them. I have them on digits if you want 'em. Personal email is: [login to see]
3. Let me know when you're going to graduate. I'll take a couple days off from work to see you walk the stage.
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SFC (Join to see) You are not the only one. I have been promotable for two years now. Same boat as you. Going to school, weapons, pt etc.. Points are maxed out. You just have to keep plugging away or reclass.
I would just stick with it. Trust me we are not the first to go through this and not the last either.
I would just stick with it. Trust me we are not the first to go through this and not the last either.
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