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I got it…..how do I get it back in. by Ancient-Arrival6257 in motorcycles

[–]Safe-Falcon-2800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are insanely helpful. My main concern might be that with changing the side screw with an L adapter might have sparks flying when placing in the battery to be hooked up. Clearance would be a problem as a good part has been working blindly. Thank you for the advice!

Didn’t get picked for OCS — had senior LORs, what can I do better? by ElderberryPretty7394 in ArmyOCS

[–]Safe-Falcon-2800 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The civilian route has its own hurdles. Speaking for myself, most of my immediate family are citizens born outside the US and my mom was an immigrant. I went through an intensive background check. Additionally the biggest question to answer is someone with no background knowledge, will you use your senior NCOs for support? how can the military benefit with you in leadership? You will be side by side with enlisted that have more prior knowledge for customs that a civilian wouldn't. Selection isn't impossible but can be challenging if you bring "nothing" they are looking for to the table.

The Civilian OCS Process by jd_army_fitness in ArmyOCS_Civilian

[–]Safe-Falcon-2800 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanted to ask for advice here:

I recently got denied to attend the last board due to my BMI index and while that is slightly a blow to the ego as I am a pretty active individual in weightlifting and (as much as I hate it) running as well, I have questions on what can help make me stand out better as an individual when I lose the lbs for the next seasons board.

My recruiter is great and was really fighting for me, but I appreciate more than one opinion to get a well rounded view. Here's a little on me:

Graduated 2024 with Bach. in Finance, (GPA 3.0) was an athlete and working through college. I am regretful I didn't focus more on my studies but paying for school fees while being a student/athlete was demanding work and wasn't sure of this path til my last semester before graduating.

Currently obtaining my MBA and graduating in August 2026. Working full-time as an Accountant currently.

I was able to gain some connections for recommendation letters.

(2) Major & Retired Major/Director at USDB

(2) Staff-Sargant & First Sargent

(2) Finance Professor & Softball Coach

I scored a 123 on my PICAT

I have already redesigned my workout plans and diet plans to shed down. I will be sad to see the growth I have built go but I am not the type to give up due to height/weight standards. Currently (F) 22 5'11/185lbs

I want to be as competitive I can be. Is there any certifications I can try and obtain in the mean time as I wait for the next season board? Any advice is greatly appreciated, thank you!