What tips or recommendations do you have for a new soldier who wants to make a career out of the Army?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 23:20:29 -0400

I’m currently in the army reserves as a 92F in the process of going Active Duty .
I’m looking for Any Tips Or Recommendations For a Soldier who’s willing to give his life to the army .
I see my self doing over 20+ in the army until the army kicks me out . I want to be the best NCO , Officer or Warrant Officer that I can be what ever life throws at me . I’m willing to go to any Special School or reclassing to a different MOS in order to become a Better Soldier and Leader in the future .

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2018 11:39 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 23:39:43 -0400

Nothing is wrong with Logistics! You figure for every trigger pull or there's 20 to 25 of you supporting that person. I would say go officer and whatever Branch you want to be in. You have combat arms, combat support and combat service support. Pol is combat service support. Just get that Commission through OCS or through ROTC. Maybe you could go in through West Point? Let's see what others have to say here. The sky's the limit. I would say go officer. If you want to fly helicopters and you want to buy them for a long time and not transition to a desk job, go warrant officer in aviation. That's still an officer.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2018 11:49 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 23:49:08 -0400

What tips and recommendations do I have? Simple. Be the best Soldier out there. Know your job better than anyone else. Take adversity head on, then slap it. If given the chance for a school, take it. It may suck at the time, but that school can make you invaluable in the future. Complete every training requirement ahead of schedule. SSD 1--Finish it now. Start getting your Promotion packet created and update as needed. Bug your NCOs and Officers to teach you everything they can. Learn your job two steps up and teach the Soldiers your job two steps down. Prove that you can take on additional duties. Stay out of trouble.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2018 12:39 AM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 00:39:34 -0400

SPC Private RallyPoint Member Having a good attitude is important along with being a squared away soldier. As you gain rank, take care of your soldiers and ensure that they are trained and squared away. Save/invest your money in savings/retirement plans, and become a knowledgeable investor. Continue your education with an eye toward your long term career goals. Good luck.

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Response by LTC David Baird made Jun 29 at 2018 8:59 AM

LTC David Baird — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 08:59:45 -0400

Become the most valuable Soldier in your unit. Go to EVERY school you can, and take advantage of every opportunity...even if you don’t see immediate results. You can NEVER go wrong taking a course, school, distance learning or resident. It all adds up and you soon will rise above your peers. It all pays off in the end.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2018 10:09 AM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 10:09:17 -0400

Good Luck I'm surprise your command has release you with barely being in the unit for that long. Just like everyone has said here make sure you put your best foot forward and learn the good stuff and the bad stuff from your future leaders and learn from that to make yourself a better leader.
I have always been a firm believer that Mission First then troop welfare before mine. So learn and strive to accomplish the mission and make your troops better once you become an NCO or officer whatever path you choose.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2018 12:24 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 12:24:53 -0400

Be in the right place, at the right time, in the right uniform, and with the right attitude. Do this consistently and you'll run this place one day.

Response by LTC Stephen C. made Jun 29 at 2018 8:05 PM

LTC Stephen C. — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 20:05:09 -0400

You have an admirable goal, SPC Private RallyPoint Member, and I commend you for it. Many others have given great advice, so I won’t attempt to revisit or rehash what’s already been offered. I will say this, however. Give yourself time. Don’t be afraid to stop on occasion and reassess your situation. Davy Crockett said, “Be always sure you're right — THEN GO AHEAD!” (Just stop every now and then to check your azimuth.)

Response by 1SG Jason Rose made Jun 29 at 2018 10:08 PM

1SG Jason Rose — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 22:08:18 -0400

I’m gonna guess you joined the reserves, fell in love with the Army and now want to go active...nonetheless you sound like you have a great attitude about the Army. That mindset will get you far. Education is the key. Professional military education (SSD, training, regulations) personal education (go get a degree from an accredited college) max pt test, read leadership adp, maintenance, and become an expert with your weapon. Your leadership style will come with experience and education. Follow Army professional forums such as this. Best of Luck to you!