Posted on Dec 27, 2021
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Can someone contact me through RP Messages with an example of QMP character letter examples that got approved/retained?
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SFC Retention Operations Nco
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An example letter isn't going to get you retained. There's nothing you can say to the board that will cause them to ignore the file in front of them.

If you want to be retained, and the QMP is not for an alcohol related incident, you need to get letters of recommendation from your Commanders, previous and current, preferably field grade and above, as well as CSMs. The recommendation of Commanders, especially at the O6 level and higher, carry significant weight with the board. No magic format, it doesn't need to sing your praises, but if your BDE CDR is willing to step out on a limb for you it shows the board that the people in the best position to judge whether or not you should be retained, are recommendeding you be retained.

This isn't an opinion, this is straight from the mouths of CSMs who have sat on the QMP boards.

You may also want to write a letter to the board providing any additional information that is not available to them. They will already have everything in your iperms available. Be straightforward and factual in your letter. There's an example format on HRC for letters to the board. Let a few smart people review it so that it looks professional.

If your QMP is for an alcohol related incident, start TAP now and if you qualify for one, start working with your provider towards a Med board.
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SGM Bill Frazer
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1. They aren't published. 2. For a letter to change the set of a QMP board, it would have to show you walking on water or performing miracles. QMP look at your entire career, not just the last year. You have to be underperforming for some time, or a troublemaker for it to get to this point.
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