What does fast tracking mean?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 16:21:54 -0400

My first sergeant mentioned fast tracking to me when i told her i wanted to be a drill sergeant. And i honestly do not know what it is.

Response by SGT De'Vonte Johnson made Jun 1 at 2019 5:09 PM

SGT De'Vonte Johnson — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 17:09:05 -0400

Fast tracking is oftentimes referred to career progression. Usually when one does become a DS, they typically are sought after and stand out more than their peers, due to the prestigious honors of being a DS. That in part usually sets the individual apart from others as far as discipline and the willingness to take on more than that which is demanded of him/her (i.e. training soldiers, being a leader or role model...). So you 1SG is simply telling you that your interest in becoming a DS is a great (fast) step in your progression in the ARMY. Also, the disclaimer also is that just because you are, if you become a DS, that things will be handed to you because they won’t. It is also not the essential part of accelerating through the ranks, one must know their job and possess the ability to lead. I’m sure others will chime in but I hope I have you somewhat of a understanding as to what the 1SG meant.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2019 9:35 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 21:35:04 -0400

Fast tracking also means a Soldier who progresses through the ranks surpassing his/her peers at a quick/fast pace (usually get waivers for all promotions, and excel and volunteer for additional training which helps them to attain the rank of SGT, SSG and SFC in a short time period...

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 2 at 2019 2:46 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 02:46:15 -0400

Why didn't you just ask your 1SG what she meant? Can't be scared to ask questions from your leadership. Sure, you might get a wise ass comment but so what? What if told you to do something and you didnt understand? Would you just walk away and not do it because you were too scared to get clarification?
I remember, it may be weird to ask dumb questions, but at the end of the day we all put our pants on one leg at a time. Just use proper customs and courtesies and you'll be fine.

Response by CW4 Craig Urban made Jun 3 at 2019 3:30 AM

CW4 Craig Urban — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 03:30:26 -0400

Means you need to be at least Sgt.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 11 at 2019 5:53 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 17:53:52 -0400

I also want to be Drill Sergeant and for my little knowledge, fast tracking goes in the way that your progression should be high speeded(weapon card, pt, military school training, classes ) in term of resilience, intuitive and motivated. My opinion. If my opinion is off range, thanks for updating

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 17 at 2019 10:13 PM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 22:13:27 -0400

Means you're on the fast track to success! (Either that, or the fast track to failure, lol.)