I want to become an NCO in the National Guard. What should I do in my career to do so?

Marksmanship and show Soldier Care values.

check off the willing to transfer to another unit or battalion. I liked my unit and sometimes you can leave and then get transferred back. My younger brother stayed in and has made rank. Getting enough points to make the list. It's not too bad if you change MOS you'd see that you have many points however many other people have high points. Go to the schools too, that can help, people don't like to schedule and sometimes fall through so that could help to go on a whim's notice. It's not too early, I never applied much except other than showing up and when time and points got me on the list I actually ETS. I hadn't gone to school while I was in to get the 100% tuition waiver would of helped, while I've taken classes I think I would of done a lot better in my time had I started school instead of putting work first which put food on the table though. Lastly, I've seen e-4's get promoted with the attitude that they don't have to do all the work now. No, every promotion entails more work and responsibility and in our MOS you should grace yourself with the know how of the guy above you's job, or woman.

Get in as many military schools as possible. Promotion points are also given for the PT test. The higher the score, the more points. Points can also be accrued via marksmanship. That's what you can do for yourself. Get your immediate leadership involved and inform them of your goals. Stay focused and you will achieve your goal.

Number one, you have to attend PLDC. Get with your unit secretary and ask them to put you on the list. It also helps if you "Volunteer" for extra duty.

Find a NCO position and ask to be assigned to it. NG is all about slots if I am correct.

Learn how to follow in order to Lead. Get proficient at your current job and learn 2 levels up. Ask questions, really depending on your Unit, ask your supervisors, Not sure how it works in the NG, but a NCO should be coaching you if not happening. get familiar with regulations and criteria for promotions in your career map. In addition, the title as NCO, is not just knowing your job or how far you mastered it, but how can you influence others and be able to mentor them to in order to meet Standard and unit goals.

Bottom line.... Know the ins and outs of your job. Be the guy in your squad that other guys go to for help, if the bossman isn't around

From what I've seen personally, SSD and the standards for your unit are a good starting point, but on top of exceeding that standard in every way you can by striving for excellence, you also should show that you have the most heart. If you're struggling, learn from your leadership, then make it work for you. Always give that extra push in PT and constantly keep trying to improve yourself and become proficient in your job. Leadership will notice when you're giving it your all. Even in the guard, stuff like that will take you far fast.

SSD1, work on getting pt and qualification up, civilian education, military schools, and always be prepared for anything to stand out

Dream, believe, achieve!