Posted on Jan 23, 2023
When I go to AIT as a prior service, should I explain the circumstances around my previously being chaptered to every DS/Leader above me?
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Quick history, i joined the army in 2019, passed basic training and became MOSQ. During AIT i had a female drill sgt that was up to no good (cheating on her husband, etc.) And she would constantly compare herself to me in the weirdest ways because my PT scores were better and some other things she was jealous about- she always wanted to prove herself to be better than me. Which is weird for a DS,
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After becoming MOSQ, receiving my certificate, and about to go home the first sgt and commander decided to chapter me for the stuff my drill sgt lied about. Yes, I tried fighting it. No, it didnt work. I was a PVT and she was a DS it was her word against mine.
I have 18 months of prior service.
I since then rejoined and am leaving for AIT tomorrow, (iv been waiting at reception for 5 days and I am considered prior service here)
My question is do I need to explain my entire situation to every DS/Leader above me.
Reason being, its a lot to explain and I really want to leave that BS in the past. It sounds bad enough being a chapter. And even worse saying “It WaSnT mY FaULt”
But i dont want to withhold information if it’s important.
Thanks for your advice.
Anyways
After becoming MOSQ, receiving my certificate, and about to go home the first sgt and commander decided to chapter me for the stuff my drill sgt lied about. Yes, I tried fighting it. No, it didnt work. I was a PVT and she was a DS it was her word against mine.
I have 18 months of prior service.
I since then rejoined and am leaving for AIT tomorrow, (iv been waiting at reception for 5 days and I am considered prior service here)
My question is do I need to explain my entire situation to every DS/Leader above me.
Reason being, its a lot to explain and I really want to leave that BS in the past. It sounds bad enough being a chapter. And even worse saying “It WaSnT mY FaULt”
But i dont want to withhold information if it’s important.
Thanks for your advice.
Advice
Prior Service
Posted 3 y ago
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You are putting way to much thought into this. I'm sure DS asks everyone about prior service, but it is no ones's buisness. You are there to train and get a new MOS. You don't have to talk about the past. Your polite, vague answers are fine - they are not going to dig into your history. Just move forward and pass the course.
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They don’t know, don’t have a need to know and don’t care. Just go Soldier up and leave your past behind. Your gaining unit will likely not know and they won’t care either. Soldier up.
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Just keep your head down, do what is expected of you, stay away from the IETers. Just be the best "you". If anyone asks, be honest. but do not try to lie about it, hide it, or minimize it if asked. There is a lot to be said about "keeping things close to the vest". Don't volunteer the information. Just work hard and make the most of this second chance.
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Anyone who needs to know has access to your file. For Cadre that are making conversation in a one on one situation, (which does sometimes happens with prior service)if asked, "Why only 18 months?" I would suggest, "A personal situation that has completely resolved, I learned a great deal from it and will not effect my training or work." Then prove to them, and yourself that what you said is true; because someone in recruiting thinks it is, or you would not be at AIT.
Good luck, you wanting success and a great career in spite of the past and those who lied is the best motivator, IF you do not allow yourself to become bitter and disillusioned.
Good luck, you wanting success and a great career in spite of the past and those who lied is the best motivator, IF you do not allow yourself to become bitter and disillusioned.
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