What advice would you give to enlisted soldiers interested in entering the officer ranks?

I would have this to say. Go at it with the attitude of you are a well paid E5 with different collar decorations. Work it like you did before- with the inclination to speak your mind a bit less and with more caution.
One of THE best XO's on board ship was a mustang. Got things done on the officer front but still knew how to pull an E3 aside and hand him his ass when needed- like the chief petty he was before. I saw him as an exceptional officer. He wasn't a spoiled over educated handled with kit gloves academy grad with no real world experience. He may have been a Ltjg but had leadership skills learned from 10 years enlisted. Something you can't teach academy kids. They see one side of the coin and often, to the detriment of other academy O's, act like untouchable children.
I would say to follow the path of leadership you were already on as an enlisted. Treat your men/women as you would want an officer to treat you. Don't fall into the trap of other mustangs by creating adversaries of other officers. Guide them. I often see young officers afraid to ask for help or guidance in leadership as they are fearful of poor performance reports by senior officers. Guide those you can, work around those you can't.

Stay humble, no matter the direction you take - as the COL stated there will be the good, the bad and the ugly in everyone.
Remember you were once a private and you will be a private again just with brass this time never forget were you came from. Respectfully.

I have pinned 2LT bars on 7 former enlisted soldiers. Most have done well. As a former enlisted guy myself, here is the advice that I gave them all:
1. Leaders lead by example and the best example is to always do your best at everything. It can be a PT test or prepping for an inspection, just passing is no longer enough.
2. Never compromise your integrity. Signing something that is wrong or saying saying something that is wrong, can get someone killed in our job
3. Being powerful is like being a Lady, if you have to say you are - you are not. You still need to be in the motorpool with everyone when it is cold. You still need to eat last.
4. Listen to your NCOs. I know you have heard it a 100 times, but do it. Just make sure that they are good NCOs.
5. 2LTs screw up. Even former E-7s. Something about the dynamics of the job. Take deep breaths and drive on.

I see a lot of comments from the officer side. I will give my perspective from the NCO side of the house. I was offered a commission during my career. I turned it down because I felt I would be more effective doing the individual (NCO) part of the mission rather than the collective (officer) part of the mission. I wanted to be closer to the soldiers and their training and growth. Do some soul searching and determine your strengths and your weaknesses. Determine where you will be the most effective and have the most positive impact on the soldiers you lead. NCO's and Officers both lead and both have impacts on our soldiers. Go where your heart tells you and then give it 110% on a bad day. I'm sure you will make the right decision.

Remember where you came from if you decide to enter the officer ranks. Treat your people the way you expect to be treated,with dignity, courtesy and respect. You will find that goes a long way and your soldiers will always have your back.

Shop around! You have degrees and probably IT certifications that should make you very attractive for any Service. Talk to recruiters from all 6 Services. USAF and USSF should be very interested in your cyber education and experience.

Based on your personal goals take the commissioning option that’s the best deal for you.

I had a number of my soldiers go this route and I encouraged them all to get at least 5 years enlisted experience. Go to at least PLDC and BNCOC. Get familiar with the way things work in their branch, specifically their MOS. Get the hands on experience to go with the theory that would be provided.
Knowledge is power. Most of all, remember where they came from. They knew how enlisted soldiers reacted to officers, good and bad, and to be part of the solution to fix the relationship between the enlisted and officer ranks. I was never disappointed and am proud of them all.

Wow! Where to start. I can speak with some authority on this subject having been both enlisted (Army infantry) and commissioned (Air Force Medical Officer, Nurse Corps). My advice: NEVER forget where you started your career. Remember that the enlisted are the backbone of your service and their job especially the NCOs are to accomplish the mission and make you look good. Don't make their jobs harder by not listening to their council. In fact, seek out their council (especially the Senior NCO) and if you find their advice reasonable follow it. NEVER ask a person of lower rank to do a job you haven't done in the past and would not do in the future. Whenever possible lead from the front. Take care of your people, remember where you stand in the scheme of things: Mission first, people second and you, YOU are third.
Appearances are important (beyond uniform and grooming standards). Your word, whenever possible is your bond. Mean what you say and say what you mean and follow thru. Maintain your military bearing, never, never,never complain in front of your subordinates and never allow your NCOs and SNCOs to do so. Concerns are to be voiced behind closed doors and up the chain.
Be results oriented when it comes to your subordinates; My requirement was: " I don't care how you get the job done, just don't break any rules, regulations or do anything immoral" As George Patton said (Paraphrasing) "give a person a job to do, but don't tell how to do it and they will supersize every time".
And to those who think being a commissioned Officers is the cat's behind, I will give you advice given me by a very wise Col (06) " When things go well there is nothing better than being an officer however, when things go bad there is nothing worse! The buck definitely stops with you!"

Had a conversation with a retired Navy CPO who is now a captain with a major airline. His SIC (co-pilot) is a retired Admiral. Military life is short, just do what you enjoy.

SF.