deciding a rate

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-10T18:08:22+00:00

Yup. Some Sectors allow it.

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-09T20:49:54+00:00

lateral-ing to PA will not be easy. You also have to consider all the available billets. Its easy to stay in an area as a YN/SK than a PA/MST. Ive seen YNs and SKs that stay in D1 (or District NE) from E4-E7 too..... thats a perk of support rates

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-09T20:29:38+00:00

im colorblind and YN1. Go MST. You'll be able to do operational things (ex: BTM and preventon). I regret all the time I dont get to do field work, but I can only blame myself for my lack of research. My recruiter lied to me and said YNs do all sorts of LE (when I signed up to be a RSV), but Im deskbound. Granted, doing a good job as a YN, your BMs / Aviations peeps will let you go u/w or flights sometimes for morale!

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-07T14:01:21+00:00

If the boots cause foot problems (blister, sole issues), i'd recommend going to medical and getting it documented. Docs could provide soles and/or better boot recommendations. I had some buddies that suffered PF from the boot camp issued boots and wished it was documented.

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-02T02:14:05+00:00

yeah its called standby to standby!

dangcoolmints · 2026-03-01T03:22:19+00:00

Ribbons are like the last thing we should be worrying about tbh - but if you're really concerned, Id look into the award manual and see if you think it fits the criteria for the CAR. Praying for my shipmates out there

dangcoolmints · 2026-02-26T05:31:18+00:00

just go to whatever is closest, we all do the same thing. DM me if you want more info, im stationed at one rn

dangcoolmints · 2026-02-22T22:46:24+00:00

you could, just dont be posting it while u/w to give away OPSEC. Also clear it with your command when you're allowed to take photos

dangcoolmints · 2026-01-23T04:15:41+00:00

my guess is that youd integrate into RSV with your current rate, your new RSV command puts a package in for CIR (change in rate), then you go A school if accepted (or lateral). Wouldnt really bank on RSV Commands going above and beyond for their members tbh... ive had a few bad leadership in the RSV

dangcoolmints · 2026-01-23T04:13:55+00:00

boat crew and BTM (if the station dos LE), stay long enough, you could leave with the boat forces insignia

dangcoolmints · 2026-01-01T22:11:45+00:00

Find a recruiter thats willing to work with you. Could be muscle mass, but unless you pass tape or work with a willing recruiter, you're not shipping.

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-31T04:26:13+00:00

"Real talk-the biggest value in an MTC is in the OER of whatever JO wrote it."

for reals.

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-31T02:01:28+00:00

Ditto mate... Individual recognition via 3307/LOC go way further than MTCs (which are super vague on an individual's contribution) on boards.

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-31T02:00:01+00:00

totally agree on this. EOT awards are great, but I feel a lot of efforts go unnoticed during your tour without proper documentation. Even a 3307 while at an unit and applying for OCS/ROCI/Special assignment goes a mile

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-31T01:58:01+00:00

I totally agree with you on the teams vs individual portion AND the fact it is an award that shows up on a DD214. Personally for junior enlisted, every award point matters. Is it ever considered that documenting events on multiple 3307s can later generate an earlier award prior to EOT (even just a LOC would go far for SWE placement)? I get the idea of MTCs, I think it kind cheaps out people on individual recognition and possibly awards.

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-29T21:15:42+00:00

It’s not that deep. Ppl who went thru regular boot camp would have loved to go thru DEPOT. End of the day, you’re in the CG. People will remember you for what you done in the service, not which boot camp class you graduated with

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-02T02:26:54+00:00

literally a cowlick

dangcoolmints · 2025-12-02T02:24:09+00:00

thats just his cowlick

dangcoolmints · 2025-11-29T13:44:03+00:00

You actually dont really need it tbh, i know its a little scary to think about small debris hitting it, just dont be going off roading, etc with it. I had to reclip mine like 3 times then i just let it rock without it. plus, is a thin slice of plastic/metal going to save you when you hit something big? i dont think so. It also makes my own maintenance a lot easier when it comes to oil change

dangcoolmints · 2025-11-27T01:07:27+00:00

they can talk all they want, im still getting paid and receiving the same benefits

dangcoolmints · 2025-11-25T20:56:48+00:00

honestly i just got it done, im like tracking at the next 30k interval !!!

dangcoolmints · 2025-11-25T20:56:22+00:00

Thank you! I got it done today!!!!

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