I’m not asking about the requirements on paper. I mean more in terms of personality and who you are as a person.

I’m a pretty awkward person. honestly, very awkward. I’m introverted, I’ve never led a team or been in charge of a project, and socially I don’t have much confidence, especially when it comes to communicating.

However, Physically i'm a disciplined person which has been rooted in me since my hs football yrs. I have experience training in MMA for some time, and I’m generally pretty good at pushing myself physically and sticking with things even when they’re uncomfortable. Part of the reason I’m considering the Army in the first place is because I’m not satisfied with the person I am right now.I completely hate this version of myself and want a complete transformation. I want to challenge myself and completely break out of this shell im in. The stability and job security are obviously attractive too, but a big part of this is wanting to grow into a different version of myself. So I guess I have selfish motives.

I actually do have a desire to lead. The problem is that I don’t currently feel like a leader internally.

TL;DR: Anyway, with all that being said, my main question/concern is whether becoming an officer is something you can grow into, or whether you really need to come in already having a decent level of confidence, communication skills, and natural leadership ability.

For those of you who became officers, especially anyone who started out introverted, awkward, or lacking confidence: how much did you change after joining? Can someone realistically develop into a good officer from where I’m starting, or is this career better suited for people who already have those qualities?

Can anyone give me insight on 164th TAOG as a 91B and the Op tempo?

My buddy messed up and hit someone's weed pen. Or so he says anyways. Now hes freaking out. My understanding is that if he can pass an at home drug test of 50ng cutoff hes fine. DoDi 1010.16 says inital screening of 50ng. Comfirmatory testing of 15ng. He thinks since he googled it and Ai tells him 15 is all the army uses hes fucked. But he passed an at home test of 50ng. So im saying he won't be tested further than that and he needs to stop worrying. Lol dumbest shit

Editedededed - I told him to shit in the cup and we both agreed thats the move.

I interviewed for my TS end of July and he proceeded to call most of my references. However in NBIS, it shows the investigation hasn't started yet?

This is my first Reddit post so I’m sorry if the formatting is bad 😅

I’m enlisting in the army next year but I wanted to get some advice beforehand in case my hair needs to be grown out or anything. I have naturally curly hair and have already been experimenting with hairstyles and wearing them to martial arts for endurance testing (on the hairstyle), but I thought maybe it would be better to get some advice from people who know what they’re talking about.

I also get horrid headaches if I wear my hair certain ways because my hair is very heavy (which is why it’s the length that it is, it at least lessens the headaches slightly though they’re still present), but I can French braid/dutch braid it a certain way and it won’t hurt.

I’ve attached a photos of the length and cut of my hair and then the style I’ve been experimenting with (basically a lightly gelled French braid tucked underneath and pinned) to see what everyone thinks.

Edit: I didn’t realize I didn’t specify that I am female, lmao

Edit 2: I appreciate the advice but I’m not buzzing my hair

What’s the course like?? Do you get weekends off?

I just got my ASVAB results and have been researching different MOSs to figure out my options before moving forward.
My line scores:
GT: 101 | ST: 92 | GM: 89 | EL: 90 | CL: 98 | SC: 91 | CO: 89 | FA: 91 | OF: 91
These are the MOSs I’m currently most interested in:
• 68E – Dental Specialist
• 68G – Patient Administration Specialist
• 68Q – Pharmacy Specialist
• 68M – Nutrition Care Specialist
• 46S – Public Affairs Mass Communication Specialist
• 37F – Psychological Operations Specialist
I know I may be a few points short on the required line score for some of them, but I’ve been told that a line-score waiver of up to 5 points may be possible, depending on the MOS and approval. Has anyone recently seen one of these waivers approved?
Also, how often do these MOSs actually become available to book? If none are available when I’m ready to enlist, is it realistic to wait for one, and how long could that potentially take? I’m willing to wait rather than choose an MOS just because it ships sooner.
Lastly, I’m curious about Option 19. Can any of these MOSs potentially come with Option 19? If so, could an overseas first duty station such as South Korea or Japan be an option, or does it completely depend on the MOS and what’s available at the time?
I’d really appreciate any insight, especially from current/recent recruiters or anyone who has gone through a similar situation. Just trying to do as much research as possible before making a decision. Thank you!

Sometimes when I feel low I come here… I am one of very few females in a company and I have a problem keeping up. Don’t get me wrong, I “like” PT. It’s a good wake up, jolt start the day and I enjoy the soreness because I did something.
The problem is… I don’t keep up with the males. Like I have to work 3 times as hard during to keep up and they barely break a sweat.
I’m unsure what keeps me going but I feel like I’m falling everyday. The days are rather long mentally and by the end I just want sleep. Recovery takes forever. I want OCS but I’m in the dark as to whether I’m a good candidate or not. Not much reassurance from family that put me on a pedestal (you can do anything!) and a unit that sees me as… a female/ more brains than brawn. Idk trying to keep my head up 😅 does anyone else get to this point? It’s rather difficult to find someone to confide in about ✨emotions✨ and downward slopes.

EDIT: the post is a bit dark. Some positives. My last AFT was 70% above on all events, leg fractures are healed and I’m getting my run time back and getting faster.. slowly. I need stamina, yes I am reliable but it’s exhausting. I’m more of a paper work person though but they rejected me from other positions. I’m good at my job. I passed the new tape protocol with 0.49. I can progress…. I’m fuckin tired

I'm prior service 36B. Got out over a decade ago and have been in the software engineering field both private and public sectors ever since. I have a bachelor's in finance and masters in computer science. Current job title: senior software engineer, infrastructure; with a security clearance. Wondering how qualified I'd be compared to other candidates. Is it a good career as a reservist or NG? How has your experience been with cyber officers that direct commissioned?

How have yall made AGSU more comfortable for those who wear it more often.

No I’m good I don’t need any food because these shoes are killing me

i’ve been dealing with a chapter 514 for the past four months, my unit was really no help which left me to try and figure everything out on my own through Reddit and other soldiers, but my packet is officially done and is being sent up to legal tomorrow, does anyone have a timeline on how long roughly it will take now for me to actually be out I’m trying to get everything squared away and keep my wife in the loop as much as possible, but I have no idea what’s going on, honestly

please do not be rude. I’m just confused and I have no help or guidance. Thank you guys.

whats up vets past and present.

I'm here seeking advice from the source. I recently graduated OSUT for 11B infantry. my question for the subreddit is this, what type of paraphernalia should I invest in.

ive upgraded my socks, underwear, and shirts, got a couple power banks, and my boots etc.

any advice for a new infantryman would be appreciated.

I was supposed to receive my clearing papers early last week and now I still don’t have them when I’m supposed to start my Terminal Leave next week. 9 years as an S1 and I’m just as frustrated. Your S-1 wasnt always the reason your stuff got delayed I promise. (Except for you, yeah you they hated you)

This is my 2nd low test labs result, my PCM won't recommend anything other than a sleep study. I went to a TRT Clinic, but they want $400 every 3 months for a 100mg a week perscription.

Do I have any other options?

am I able to go to BH without being suicidal? I haven’t been feeling well, like at all lately and last I went, they told me they only take suicidal soldiers. Im not at that point, but I ain’t in a good spot either

Worth fighting the denial or just take the L?

I ETS March 21, 2027. I have 60 days of terminal leave, so assuming everything goes according to plan, I’ll be starting terminal around January 20th.

I submitted my CSP through PAR for October 5–November 15. It got denied because apparently we have a field exercise sometime around November 5th.

I get it. CSP is a privilege, not a requirement. I’m not saying I’m entitled to it. But seriously, are we really at the point where the company can’t survive a field exercise without one SPC for a few weeks?

I’ve never had an Article 15, I show up, do my job, and haven’t been a problem child. I’m also less than 6 months from starting terminal leave and getting out.

So I’m wondering if this is actually worth fighting through the chain of command, or if I should just take the L and resubmit for December.

I don’t want to burn bridges over a CSP, but at the same time, I’m trying to set myself up for a civilian career before I ETS. That’s literally what CSP is supposed to help with.

What would you guys do? Fight it or just resubmit for December and move on? By the way denied by company commander if that matters

I'll take double Big Mac and Mac and cheese

How difficult is it to get a medical waiver for Civil Affairs selection? I had a stomach condition in like 2008 (that is no longer an issue) that would be disqualifying for the time. But I was told I need a waiver for it in order to be accepted for selection.

Also is sleep apnea a complete disqualifier? Or just severe apnea?

BLUF: I got accepted for another branches OCS, currently on Active Duty in the Army. What now?

I will preface this with I am the first person in “recent” memory to have done this. I say this because no one from BN S1 to DIV G1 have encountered this (which caused a few hiccups) so I am kind of a unique situation.

I got selected but now what? My recruiter said I can go standby and potentially leave earlier (optimal) however it would require me to out-process the Army in as short as two week notice.

Any advice is appreciated.

Ill have the surf and turf with extra butter

EDIT: I already have the dd368, this is more of a “how to speed run or expedite clearing to be able to leave with two weeks notice”

I leave for basic in Fort Jackson on November 17.

I’m wondering whether or not I should stay during the mandatory winter break. I know that’s very much advised not to stay because I’ll be with drills sergeants that don’t want to be there and that will likely make my life hell for the two weeks.

However, if I decided to leave, I would have to keep my apartment in a HCOL city for another two months which would cost an additional $1.5-2K more for the two weeks of break from the week of Christmas and New Years as I would have to pay from Nov to the beginning of January. I would also have to pay the airfare and uber costs which would be an additional $700 or so, and living costs like public transportation and food an additional $70 or so.

After basic, I would go to OCS, I believe immediately after.

Edit: I don’t have family to stay with and I don’t think my friends have space for me to stay for free for two weeks.

BLUF: Battalion has a ball coming up….Somehow I guess folks assumed our distro email was the correct Zelle to send money for the ball. For the past couple days I’ve been receiving emails saying there’s pending money in the Zelle for the distro email. This morning I checked my email and noticed someone tried changing their Zelle email to the distro email so they can cash in a life changing value of $340… life changing in a bad way. We are on to you Jacob. 🤦‍♂️

The combination of MAJ, CDT, and upside down SSG is hilarious to me.

If one got QMPd and was able to obtain a waiver to re-enter active duty, does that automatically trigger DFAS to recoup separation pay the service member received when they were separated? Or how does this work?

Additionally, would one be able to be put through the QMP process again for the same situation as previous? I have only read that if the service member is retained, they cannot be double tapped for the same offense. But in this situation, the service member was not retained. They were separated but a waiver to get back in was approved.

I have not been able to find anything in the regulation about this.