DON'T ENLIST | Why You Should Be An Officer
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Күн бұрынShould you enlist? Should you be an Officer??? Here's why you should NOT be an enlisted soldier.
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@jacksonpaul7279 5 жыл бұрын
This became insanely obvious as soon as I boarded the plane after MEPS
@Puggy42069 Жыл бұрын
What was obvious? The training for the officer was just vastly better?
@falleng2392 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah the recruiter lied to me...told me my double major with a 3.5 GPA wasn’t competitive, I had to have at least a 3.9 and max a PT test before basic...fast forward a yeAr I walk into an office after 8 hours in the motor pool with a butter bar with his feet up on a desk watching Netflix and eating pizza and I gotta face the fact that he gets paid twice as much. FeelsBadMan
@jacksoutofthebox 5 жыл бұрын
Fallen G why wouldn’t you do a little more research? I guess a degree doesn’t really equate to intelligence and wisdom.
@zoy13 3 жыл бұрын
@@jacksoutofthebox F.. mate F...
@bradleydixon9147 3 жыл бұрын
@Fallen G Get your make sure you have a 110, get your degree (if you dont already have one) and begin putting your OCS or Green to Gold packet together with the help of leadership.
@MG21778 3 жыл бұрын
Could’ve been prevented with a google search...
@Tastybathwater1 3 жыл бұрын
Dude...
@espi_777 5 жыл бұрын
Too late goddangit! 😂 I’m shipping off as enlisted tomorrow
@MattWard89 5 жыл бұрын
hahaha Good luck!
@etgohomeplease 5 жыл бұрын
It’s a lot of fun, don’t worry.
@jordansell10 5 жыл бұрын
Me too mate. I’m 19D
@andrewtreat7371 5 жыл бұрын
There’s still OCS ;)
@PNCards21 5 жыл бұрын
Me too! E-4 mafia 😈
@NickRaeff 4 жыл бұрын
As an enlisted vet ... it's important to know what it's like on "the bottom of the barrel." I met too many officers that screwed over enlisted, simply because they (1) were too inexperienced (2) were too arrogant (3) had absolutely no idea what they were doing. Before you get that power/title/authority/rank (as an officer), you need to know your enlisted life.
@heystevo82 3 жыл бұрын
This. One thousand times this. I was full-time enlisted and saw this far too often in my commissioned brethren. This was in the Australian army though, where kids straight out of high school with no life experience, who have never had any responsibilities or a job and never lived away from mum and dad before, can go straight into the Royal Military College and become an officer before they're 20 and take command of troops who have been in the job for years. Hence the egos and arrogance. I think everyone should earn their stripes as an enlisted soldier/sailor/airman first, before they can be considered for commissioning. I am applying to go back to the army but as an officer this time in the reserves. I'm hoping my experience as a soldier will hold me in good stead and will make me a good officer.
@Cerviel 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, this really hasn’t been my experience. I’m an O-1 and to be honest, It doesn’t really feel like I have power. Sure, Enlisted guys give me a salute and call me sir, but as an O-1 you don’t really know much and a lot of the time, its those senior enlisted that are helping us find our way. I have no need nor desire to heckle or “screw over” enlisted guys. DISCLAIMER: I’m in the navy, and I’m a student pilot so my experience with Enlisted sailors is...minimal. I don’t know how things work in the army, or how their officers like to act.
@iamwhoimnotimnotwhoiam4431 2 жыл бұрын
I've been out of the marines for a decade now, and I STILL have ptsd from watching how officers behave. They're stupid ass college kids. Officer life is frat life, except you get to decide who lives and who dies. It's sickening.
@JasMcKenzie 2 жыл бұрын
@Iron59 possibly, but it is true. The caste system is archaic and is in desperate need of an overhaul.
@saucyahh6707 Жыл бұрын
I was thinking about that, I noticed that not every officer is a leader or also experienced in sociocultural norms in the military.
@thomasbynum2324 5 жыл бұрын
I was gonna enlist but I just got into a great college with an amazing rotc program so I’m gonna try that!
@jstoner1928 3 жыл бұрын
Army rotc?
@jeffersongarcia8257 3 жыл бұрын
jstoner Reserve Officer Training Corps
@KeysAndDoorss 3 жыл бұрын
Probably army rotc
@holydutchlord3477 3 жыл бұрын
Jefferson Garcia he knows what ROTC is he just asked what branch
@555125kevin 3 жыл бұрын
Good Enlisted isn't generally all the way horrible there's just a lot of politics (buddy buddy club) your career progression can be in the hands of bad leaders, also u can be under ppl who aren't smart at all. On the officer side the ppl over u aren't dumb because a 110 gt is required.
@flatbedtrucker5473 5 жыл бұрын
Try and give an order to a E7-9 that doesn't make sense....I'm a 20yr veteran and in my opinion is that the Army of today is full of backstabbing to get promoted or to look good. I'm glad to see you was enlisted prior to going to OCS. Most officers have no idea about the enlisted.
@The_Black_Knight 5 жыл бұрын
Pretty rough perspective to all those retired combat veteran officers out there in the world...the division between NCOs and officers is not sort a gaping chasm. "Mustangs" after reaching O-3 are equal in experience to any non-prior enlisted, and so is the respect earned between NCOs that execute orders in the US military, as the officers that operate/plan for military forces.
@flatbedtrucker5473 5 жыл бұрын
@@The_Black_Knight well it's obviously you wasnt at Fort Stewart. I spent 10 yrs in Germany and loved it. I then got pcs to Stewart and saw all sorts of the things I stated. Now Fort Hood was a good post. I guess we will agree to disagree
@NoFaceINoCase 4 жыл бұрын
An 03 is not equal to an nco which is why they pair with a 1rst sgt to TEACH THEM..stop fooling yourself.
@user-xo4ok5xu2n 3 жыл бұрын
Just like most of enlisted soldiers have no idea about officer's life.
@damoos3. 2 жыл бұрын
your time coincides with how long we been in middle east makes sense
@fofo6004 5 жыл бұрын
You have been a huge help to most of us making our decision to join the army. Thanks so much man!
@forzared101 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt, I am a big fan of your channel, your videos helped me out during the application process to the Virginia Army National Guard. I swore in yesterday, and I'm looking forward to the road ahead! Keep doing what you're doing!
@kharn4046 5 жыл бұрын
Great video as always! 💯 I plan on becoming an officer towards the end of my career. For now, I need to feel what it’s like to start from the bottom up. If I am ever going to lead soldiers, I first must understand them. Know what they have been through and earn that respect. I got to meet two amazing officers already who truly know leadership skills and how to motivate. Of course though, not all officers are wise. I go in for my second swear in on March 12th and then I leave for Georgia. 11x Airborne! Again, your videos have helped me tremendously. Keep it up brother!
@Karla-ys9qz 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt! I’m actually going to do AFROTC after high school and I found this super helpful, keep it up 💪🏼🔥
@2WheelsTrav 5 жыл бұрын
Been watching for awhile man. Awesome to see your unit patch board full now!👌🏻
@alexanderthegreat7258 5 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this channel and you sharing your experience. I've been trying to workout/diet so I can join the Army and watching your videos a couple times a week really helps my motivation even if it's simple stuff like this. Keep up the great work! Love the videos!
@eatforyourbrain1531 5 жыл бұрын
Just graduated BCT (your 68W cousin was a friend in my platoon at fort Leonard Wood!!) and off to OCS! Thanks for the awesome video(s)!!
@MattWard89 5 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome well congrats on graduation! Good luck at OCS 👌🏻
@MIKUIEL 4 жыл бұрын
9 classes from my bachelors and want to make the switch been in for four years in the air force e5 select hopefully i follow through and make selection your videos put me at ease and inspire me to try and take the leap.
@tabachoy5066 5 жыл бұрын
Hey you should do more videos on how ROTC cadets or guys in OCS should improve themselves when they become officers officially. Like some kind of wisdom, or better ways to communicate better with lower ranks. Thanks :D
@victorgracia3442 2 жыл бұрын
I want to have this improvement so I will be joininh army reserves and rotc program at the university I will attended to. I really hope I get to become a cadete.
@richfrazier8756 Ай бұрын
I was both. Officer has more responsibility but definitely better!
@4567playstation 4 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video explaining more in detail the difference between active or reserve officer and what process a civilian goes when joining the military as an officer for the first time?
@elgatosamurai9517 5 жыл бұрын
Bus picked us up at St.Louis Missouri airport. Currently on our way to Ft. Leonard Wood 👊 * Thanks for all your advice.
@angelmarin3404 5 жыл бұрын
Love ur videos they give great information and knowledge about the military
@lilcashmu 5 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see the other video on why you would want to be enlisted, I’m enlisted myself but i have plans on going warrant
@kennyworth1967 3 жыл бұрын
Smart man..
@PalaciosD98 5 жыл бұрын
Goodmorning sir, i graduated OSUT for 19D at Fort Benning 2 days ago and i am in processing at my new unit. I watched your videos for a long time and i just want to say thank you for all the information and motivation. The basic training videos did help me know what to expect. Have a good day sir. RECON!
@sailalehtonen1412 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video and thanks for the info
@andwai1980 5 жыл бұрын
MOS 67E. I never thought I'd be signing a military contract, even though I've had several family members serve, but after graduate school it made sense to do so for a multituide of reasons. Couple of which being able to direct commission as a CPT and having greater job security/stability along with career advancement. However, I don't start training until this Jun '19 so will see how it all goes with my new career.
@sethcarter3154 5 жыл бұрын
I ship June 18th where are u going
@andwai1980 5 жыл бұрын
@@sethcarter3154 June 9th to Ft. Sill for DCC then BOLC in Ft. Sam Houston in July.
@sethcarter3154 5 жыл бұрын
@Andrew Waite I’m going to fort Benning for 19kilo m1 abram what job is 67e
@andwai1980 5 жыл бұрын
@@sethcarter3154 it's the MOS for a pharmacist.
@ztvfm858 3 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna finish up my masters next May and looking to make the jump too. Any advice for someone who is looking into taking the same route as you?
@kevinphillips150 3 жыл бұрын
2d Lieutenant to Captain. Gives mission statement. Issues any orders after mission statement. Platoon Sergeant/Squad leaders. Follows directives from mission statement to lead and guide elements to complete mission.
@Waltham1892 2 жыл бұрын
Having been an NCO and an Officer, its been my experience that when an NCO is off, he's off. IE: "Don't bother me I'm off, find an NCO who cares." An Officer is like an actor who is always playing his role as long as someone is there, so they are never off. When a subordinate is there you are playing the role of leader, when a peer is there you are playing the role of colleague and when a superior is there you are playing the role of subordinate officer. It takes a lot of getting used to and if you don't have the commitment, you don't.
@xtne.e1100 5 жыл бұрын
This goes hand in hand with the last video I made. I’m glad I decided to go OCS and not enlist like initially planned.
@MattWard89 5 жыл бұрын
Glad to see another person making some videos about their experience! Keep it up, your perspective will help more people than you think.
@egyakesseyankson5696 5 жыл бұрын
Christine Sayago What’s OCS
@tjmario64 5 жыл бұрын
@@egyakesseyankson5696 Officer Candidate School
@Ltc92515 5 ай бұрын
@@MattWard89not everyone can be an officer
@PeterChromeGaming 5 жыл бұрын
Im 17 going to boot camp this summer to join the guard. I am going to go to Marion Military Institute for 2 years with their ECP then I'm getting my degree after i earn my commission
@AminaJ 3 жыл бұрын
7:25 ''your gonna kinda be stuck out in the rain on that. and that could sometimes be literal'' 😭 lol sheesh
@silversnakeproductions3241 5 жыл бұрын
Good thing I thought ahead and am already going to college
@ervinphillips1959 5 жыл бұрын
Currently enlisted but, I am submitting an OCS packet whenever I finish my degree. I am hoping that I can stay Signal though.
@tylerhines5430 4 жыл бұрын
I love how he explains these topics so thorough. You should do a video explaining customs and courtesies, a 1SG walked in a room with a 2LT and got upset because we didnt call at ease. Do you agree with this or does the officer have the upper hand.
@sce2aux464 4 жыл бұрын
Odd, seeing as there was a higher ranking officer already in the room. Was this at BCT?
@tylerhines5430 4 жыл бұрын
SCE2AUX AIT
@rqmennn Жыл бұрын
Was denied enlistment because I needed to be off my medication for 2 years. They told me to come back in 2 years and try again. So I decided since I have to wait 2 years anyway, I might as well go to college and get my bachelor’s degree. The college I’m going to has an amazing rotc program so I know that is the best path for me.
@Paysoncougarfan.7885 6 ай бұрын
Having been an enlisted man for 8 years and then an officer for 16 years, it was the best of both worlds. Many of my fellow officers were sandbagged and had their careers ruined without being able to retire. As an enlisted man, your ability to even make retirement is much higher.
@veronica112234 6 ай бұрын
Happy for you! What do you mean by Sandbagged? I am an 09S - Officer Candidate. No prior military experience.
@Paysoncougarfan.7885 6 ай бұрын
@@veronica112234 A much larger percentage of personnel will reach retirement in the enlisted ranks. In the officer ranks a grater percentage of people will not be able to reach 20 years before being forced separated. Many will have 12 to 18 years in and will be forced out with nothing. By being enlisted first with at least 8 years, preferably 10, you will just about guarantee, like 98%, the ability to retire with 20 years service.
@ks7575 6 ай бұрын
Unable to retire? Ruined? How so?
@Paysoncougarfan.7885 6 ай бұрын
@@ks7575 98% promotion to 03 at 4-5 years, 72% of 98% or 70% to 04 at 9-11 years, 60% of 70% to O5 or 42% at 14-16 years. Need 20 to retire, 58% will be forced separated without retirement. If you have 10 years enlisted time then you have a 98% chance of retirement. Remember even O5’s will be retired between the ages of 39-43. Everyone will need to prepare for a second career.
@collinwoodard5116 5 жыл бұрын
I heard from everybody I talked to including officers that it is a lot cooler to be an enlisted ranger
@thechillmaster5836 5 жыл бұрын
Too late. Im enlisting anyway lol
@kyleangeles1984 3 жыл бұрын
So how’d it go lol? I need an update
@thechillmaster5836 Ай бұрын
@@kyleangeles1984 its alright. Got my BS and want that money so gonna try to become an officer
@kyleangeles1984 Ай бұрын
@@thechillmaster5836 good luck with that 👊 green to gold baby
@StevenYang95 Жыл бұрын
I think it easy to talk about someone should come into the military as an officer without prior experience, but you have to realize that it’s not as simple as walking into an recruiter office and ask to be an officer, the process is long and difficult and it may take 12-18 months before you come an officer.
@Poop78910 5 жыл бұрын
@Matt Ward could you make a video explaining ROTC's?
@justinhough3169 Ай бұрын
Interesting thing I noticed, that little tank made of fake bullet casing behind you on your shelf, I have the same one that my little sister got for me😂
@themanwithaplan892 Жыл бұрын
As a lower enlisted soldier, I've never been afraid to talk to higher up NCO or officers. I actually like talking to some of them. I'm interested in making switch from enlisted to officer.
@kylegarcia4141 4 жыл бұрын
I want to try and go to the Air Force OCS route after I get done with college. Have almost 1000 flight hours already. 4.0 GPA majoring in computer science. Figure that’s a great start.
@Huezy 3 жыл бұрын
if youre in college now, why not do Air Force ROTC?
@kylegarcia4141 3 жыл бұрын
Super Grizz my university doesn’t have it plus I’m almost a senior already because I finished 2 years during hs. Credits wouldn’t have transferred right if I had gone to a different university since I was already taking upper level classes.
@Huezy 3 жыл бұрын
Kyle Garcia damn man , have you already talked to a recruiter ?
@aah4587 2 жыл бұрын
Officer in the Air Force the best way to go.
@sana-if7rb Жыл бұрын
No, coast guard is best.
@aah4587 Жыл бұрын
@Archer with all limbs in place and PTSD free
@bushwookiee3182 5 жыл бұрын
Congrats on 105k!!! And does anything the Army do similar to the Marines?
@devildogus2187 5 жыл бұрын
Bush Wookiee many jobs offered by Army are also in the Marines. They do many things similarly but the Marines is a culture on it own. Just depends what you’re trying to do
@plasmahandoku1073 6 ай бұрын
As enlisted , Officers will never really understand what it's like. I'm about to commission soon also as an enlisted for 8 years. This is why my unit now has Cadets do everything Enlisted soldiers do because they want them to know what it feels like in their perspective.
@DavidAKetchmark Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info. I'm currently enlisted as an 88M and don't care much for the job. I have a Master's in Health Science and I'm debating on either switching to 68F or going the officer route. If I'm going to stay in I want a job that I actually like and am a subject matter expert in. Thanks for the info. It really helps.
@voltrondoji7439 Жыл бұрын
Did you come in as an E7;E8 level because of your masters.
@Pallium_Industries 5 жыл бұрын
Watched your basic prep videos, got motivated and elisted HELL YEAH!... I instantly deployed and finally got cell service here, got on KZfaq and saw this video... Oof
@thatsjonjon4926 4 жыл бұрын
Robert Peruzzini how is it?
@jonah_hosea 3 жыл бұрын
How was it?
@The_Black_Knight 5 жыл бұрын
I must add one final note, as I keep seeing the term "mustang" being thrown around here as some sort of "epic" military advantage. Although "mustangs" have an advantage in the beginning as platoon leaders and CO XOs (2LT, 1LT), by the time an officer reaches the rank of CPT, the advantages are completely gone and not relevant. No good NCO is going to give a care whether an officer was ROTC, "green to gold", OCS, academy, or direct accession, if they do their job and listen. If an officer wishes to rise above the rank of LTC prior to retirement, the odds become poor of success only due to age, service years, and potential injuries while enlisted especially if very senior. Just surviving 20+ years to retirement is an accomplishment. Just take a guess why I might know...
@lord.d1_ 3 жыл бұрын
At 22 years old with a 4-year college degree, I’ll enlist in the USAF as a 2nd Lieutenant. Admire my great uncle, a Vietnam War veteran and a Brigadier in the Vietnam Air Force.
@josephdodds6786 3 жыл бұрын
You dont enlist as officer.. you receive a comission
@ashleyh5578 5 жыл бұрын
I actually planned on going 25A Officer instead of 25b enlisted. Thanks!
@CameronDCooperOfficial 4 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah, 25 is a great series, I'm a 25Q right now, love bieng in the Signal Corps!
@dusitthehto1946 Жыл бұрын
I planned to go 70b to lead 68w combat medic sadly I’m not currently in college but I will attend university to enroll in two years Rotc program.
@kommandantduncan1693 5 жыл бұрын
If my packet is approved I'll technically be an officer but the technical is the key point. Go Warrant Officers! 09W for the win!
@lepracybabe 5 жыл бұрын
Kommandant Duncan 153A!! Getting ready for my board! Good luck man! 🤙🏻
@pwhales264 5 жыл бұрын
When I was in the 82nd Airborne Division, when all company was supposed to be doing a field exercise. I used to see officers leave for hours and go to McDonald's and Burger King and then go to the barracks and take showers when we all were supposed to be in the field eating MREs and sleeping in foxholes.
@ryanlouallen7353 4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos what is your current mos?
@markmetzgarii9998 5 жыл бұрын
I’m going to become an officer through ROTC at my college. I graduate AIT next month!
@bgiizy 4 жыл бұрын
update?
@priscillamariiinn Жыл бұрын
Update??
@tmcgrenere 5 жыл бұрын
Just weird, I was thinking of this just yesterday, whether ROTC or the Green to Gold Program would be better for my military experience. LoL
@tmcgrenere 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Sir, could you splil how you personally came to the decision to enlist? Then why personaly to become an officer?
@SparksForces 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt I want to enlist first tho I did rotc and I saw Officer and Generals who enlisted first before going Officer I want to follow that foot step since I want to become a medical doctor in army. Thank u again for this video it is very helpful
@The_Black_Knight 5 жыл бұрын
If you want to become a practicing active duty medical doctor or medical specialist in the US military as soon as possible, you SHOULD NOT enlist! You WILL NOT go through ROTC either, unless you wish to be an RN only. Your pre-medical training will be conducted through college, and then you will do an internship. After you are certified and licensed, and you still want to be an officer in the the US military, you would request to be a DIRECT ACCESSION to military service via AMEDD. RESEARCH THIS ROUTE! Ensure you are qualified beforehand. Any other route will slow you down immensely, interfere with your medical career, as you are looking at between 6-8 years of medical training alone. The only potential advantage would be the post 9-11 education bill that would help you for your pre-medical training. Good luck!
@SparksForces 5 жыл бұрын
The Black Knight thank you so much for the information is joining guard or reserve good option while I finish undergrad and applying to med school the gi bill can really help me with the future loans I’ll have to repay. And is HPSP optional to as a rotc or enlisting
@The_Black_Knight 5 жыл бұрын
@@SparksForces As far as enlisting in the NG or Reserves while you are in undergraduate studies, I cannot tell you if the monetary school benefits are worth the military time and effort in comparison to you while in college as I don't know your "juggling skills", but this is not completely unusual to do so for many. It may become more difficult to balance your life during an medical internship and still be in the NG/Reserves. Be conscience of potential obligations of your military contract very carefully in years, as they can "bleed" over beyond your time as an undergraduate. HPSP is an available option to definitely help you as a GRADUATE (this is NOT an undergraduate program), and MUCH better program than any form of enlisting to accelerate required additional medical training for specific disciplines, as I have no idea what your specific area of study may be. Please speak with an AMEDD recruiter to help with your long term planning! Remember what I said, if you do want to go down this route, ensure you will be qualified to be a commissioned officer BEFOREHAND, so you do not waste effort and time.
@SparksForces 5 жыл бұрын
The Black Knight thank you so much I’m going talk to a Recuiter and get more information and take your advice on this.
@CameronDCooperOfficial 4 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to go for 255N Warrent Officer. Signal Corps leads the way!!!
@jimmymartin 5 жыл бұрын
Already signed on the dotted line just waiting for my ship day...wish it would come sooner because all of this waiting is gonna be worse then basic training
@xyula8594 5 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video on warrant officers
@terryreed3087 3 жыл бұрын
I'm having troubles passing the asvab anyways. I might transfer and enroll in army rotc
@MG21778 3 жыл бұрын
My guy a sixth grader could pass the asvab with his eyes closed. What exactly are you having trouble with?
@mr16325 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah the Asvab is the easiest test dude, if you can’t pass that then good luck in life
@AroundSun 3 жыл бұрын
This is like saying I suck at learning how to be a cashier so I'll just go to med school
@russelpaul7522 4 жыл бұрын
I joined as Reservist E-4 and once i finished my MBA in 2 years, i will jump to Officers route. That’s the plan 🙅🏽♂️
@jasondavisjr769 3 жыл бұрын
@russel paul Hey can we chat In a group me or something I’m interested in that route as well
@mushytoonz4216 5 жыл бұрын
You see my friend im not the brightest as much as i would love the idea of me being an officer but ill just make 4 in 3 (really shitty i know), maybe re-up and be a e5 for a couple years and complain the whole time but its mostly to save money and try to get my life together. We'll see how this goes
@meinhartvallar6608 2 жыл бұрын
Don't sell yourself short man. You can achieve most things you want with a growth mindset. Give it a shot first!
@zstreet3 5 жыл бұрын
What do you think of enlisting and then pushing to become an officer through the green and gold program? I’ll be dropping out of college with around 33-36 credited hours already.
@gunsmoke3301 4 жыл бұрын
Matt, as a reservist going to college next semester, do I have the ability to commission as an active duty officer through ROTC? Would this void out my reserve enlistment, and would this risk me losing my bonus?
@Jarrettthejet 5 жыл бұрын
i feel you should have to be enlisted before being an officer. because you should have experience in the field before giving orders. as i enlisted as a 15B
@itzgodlikexsexe6067 5 жыл бұрын
You talked about that an officer always have things to do. Can you give examples of these tasks and responsibilities?
@kennyworth1967 3 жыл бұрын
Things and stuff.
@thesocialistsarecoming8565 2 жыл бұрын
From what little i know, replace all the normal enlisted busywork with anywhere from a bit more to a lot more paperwork.
@neerajnongmaithem392 Жыл бұрын
Tons of paperwork upwards of LtCol if you are not in a war zone, which we currently are not.
@Metachief_X 2 жыл бұрын
im 27, have a solid software engineering job, getting my bachelors next semester... want to serve in the air force /space force because ive been interested in cyber warfare and I want to join as an officer before i get older. Caveats are that im the only child and my mom is my dependent, plus I have a girlfriend (currently a long distance relationship). i think joining the air force would be a great way to boost my career in engineering and my resume, and I think i could take advantage of the great VA benefits the military offers utilizing my civilian engineering salary while being a reservist. Never had a mommy or daddy to hand me anything in life, and I feel like I could truly build an empire for myself after serving in the military given that I'd be learning discipline, networking with other engineers in the air force, gain experience in leading vets, gain experience in cyber/engineering, and earn the right to use VA benefits afterwards. Do you think I should join the military this late in life given this information? Thank you!
@ronyrodas4191 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. However, your next video is going to be why someone should go enlisted, I mean i can see why if that person does not have the requirements to become an officer and can go in just as an enlisted soldier. However, at the end of the day and you would agree with me becoming or going in as an officer would and is better than enlisted in all aspects of military life, starting with the salary and housing
@angrybutgoodbosniak9128 2 жыл бұрын
The American government should man up and show its muscles to Russia and Putin instead of TARGETING me and ISIOLATING me when i am just a poor weak and unarmed Bosniak who was in a WAR at the age of 8. Btw it is NOT my fault that i am ugly to most and that many girls really hurt my feelings by calling me ugly and playing with me..........anger is here.
@The_Black_Knight 5 жыл бұрын
You may have a different perspective in 10-18 years after you reach MAJ/LTC, already completed your KD-Q billets, and are relegated to BDE, DIV, or Corps Staff. As a company grade officer don't expect significant freedom of action, it is a time to learn and prepare for potential command.
@MattWard89 5 жыл бұрын
Definitely things and perspectives will change. That’s actually one of the good reasons for me documenting my thoughts and having that to see my experiences change my expectations.
@russiantroubleyakutsk1612 3 ай бұрын
Kept applying for OCS, but kept getting rejected. They expect the brain of Einstein, the strength of superman, the leadership skills of a sensei, and certain SAT/ACT scores even after you have a bachelor's degree.
@supholmes.2280 4 жыл бұрын
I like how Matt made another video why you shouldn’t want to be an officer
@poorlittlebiker6476 5 жыл бұрын
Now could you switch from officer to enlisted and start out with a higher rank if you could? Just curious if that’s possible
@tayvonwolfe2499 2 жыл бұрын
I’m enlisted and honestly I’m planning on putting in a warrant officer packet
@karlwilson7031 5 жыл бұрын
Shipping april 1st for enlisted but plan to do ocs
@ADWYETYATRIPATHYBEI 3 жыл бұрын
Do officers in the US army still get orderlies? Or has that practice been discontinued?
@wilsonle61 Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed Enlisting first and then going to OCS. When I got my first 0-1 leadership position my Enlisted had more respect for me than the average 90-day wonder.
@joshuaespinoza8325 4 жыл бұрын
well id rather be an officer than enlisted, but I don't see the military as a career, I see it more as an extension of college with added benefits. so I want 12B training. is it possible to have enlisted mos training as an officer. id go through officer via rotc if it matters.
@atenanike226 4 жыл бұрын
if i was in the US i would definetly enter as an officer, but where i'm from is really hard to enter as an officer since they will get only 50 or so Officers every year, so it's really difficult.
@hiramhill3220 2 жыл бұрын
GOOD JOB SIR GREEN TO GOLD ENOUGH SAID 🙏👍🇺🇸
@panjandrum281 5 жыл бұрын
I have a faint scar on my wrist from cutting one of those plastic things that hold tags on when I was in like 4th grade if they see it will they believe that it’s not self mutilation also do you do any jiu jitsu or rolling in basic for the army?
@jayjochey1396 5 жыл бұрын
I’m enlisting in the reserves then doing Rotc, just being known as a mustang is worth it
@joefranco4371 4 жыл бұрын
Jayjo Chey years of service when u commission is gonna be way better I’m doing the same thing I’m An E-3 going to E-4 and I just enrolled into the ROTC
@Atom-Fire 4 жыл бұрын
Exact same plan as you man. Just enlisted, i ship out in July. I'll be back January 2021 and i'll start ROTC then.
@jayjochey1396 4 жыл бұрын
Atom - Fire rotc literally the most boring thing you’ll do after basic n ait , ms1 and MS2 aren’t required but I took ms1 anyway most boring thing ever
@Atom-Fire 4 жыл бұрын
@@jayjochey1396 Haha, i know i've heard it from several people, even for non enlisted ROTC cadets people find it boring. But i've heard specifically that after going to basic training ROTC is basically ruined for the first 1-3 years because you've already done it at basic.
@jayjochey1396 4 жыл бұрын
Atom - Fire yeah it’s a drag good luck tho bro, basic gets real fun after the first three weeks
@suppork2458 3 жыл бұрын
In 1 year I will be done with my bachelor's and plan on getting into the Air Force or Army, ideally Air Force, Army would be my second option. From what I was told I can go directly into Officer after passing their testing and so forth ( I'm still not sure much of how all of this works), any tips or something I can know of? I try to look up videos and stuff, but mostly end up with Officer Training School videos, and just Gov websites that mention applying with a bachelor gives the opportunity to start as Officer rather than Enlisted. Point in all, I'm trying to do this for my family and be able to give all I can.
@adrianbitsinnie1537 2 жыл бұрын
If you see this, how did it go? I'm about to finish a bachelor's degree and am still super undecided on going enlisted or officer. I was told though, it is super hard to be directly commissioned in the Air Force and its best to go Enlisted first. Then again, I'm still new to how everything works.
@VenomFangs136 Жыл бұрын
@@suppork2458 if u don’t mind me asking, how’s it going for you now a few months later
@imgodwar12 Жыл бұрын
Question. Can I commission with a bachelor's degree in homeland security also AS in law enforcement with 25 certifications? 26 years old happend when I was 21 got charged with a OVWI for .08 blow, plead not guilty got dismissed no conviction. Thanks
@ajaybhatia7888 5 жыл бұрын
Well I’m joining army enlisted cause I need help getting a college degree. Sure eventually I’ll become an officer, but I can’t afford to get the degree without making some type of money first.
@tewksburydriver8624 5 жыл бұрын
Most officers talk about it... enlisted does it. Few exceptions to that, but that was my overall experience. If you want to actually do the work of a soldier, enlist.
@thechillmaster5836 5 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video vice versa on why you should enlist instead
@MattWard89 5 жыл бұрын
Yepp about 2 minutes in I said I was going to do a why you should enlist and NOT be an officer. Coming soon.. lol
@shmul1748 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video but this is my last year to inlist I am 34 and going in as 68M
@dmc3030 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt. I am one of your Patreon supporters. I am looking for advice obtaining a referral for the Army. I ship out to basic in August. If I successfully refer one applicant who enlists before then, I will be promoted to PV2. I have exhausted all of my personal and professional contacts. Any advice?
@phantomwriter2629 4 жыл бұрын
Doesn't the Army require officer candidates to attend BCT before they are shipped to OCS? If so, why does the Army do this unlike the other four branches?
@gsabella4 5 жыл бұрын
25 years old, working on enlisting as I did not finish my degree. Looking at 13F, how does your bro like it?!
@pfcsoldier5454 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, what route did you take to be an officer?? IM e3 rn, and taking college degree. Planing to be officer
@ultimatenoob1158 5 жыл бұрын
Hey I need help studying for my asvab any good sites that I should use???
@chriszablocki2460 5 жыл бұрын
Can I gracefully decline both?
@joshuaconner5887 5 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna be an officer in the future because what i'm wanting to do is an enlisted MOS. 19 Kilo
@willworkfor_film 5 жыл бұрын
Hey man I've just recently stumbled upon your videos as I'm contemplating joining the Army. I know you have gone over some MOS stuff in the past but I have a question I haven't found a good answer to yet. I enjoy camping/survival and growing my knowledge surrounding that. *Is there an MOS that would help me with stuff like this or knowledge of foraging etc.?*
@andyfrancis2946 5 жыл бұрын
11b infantry
@thatguyhijolly6316 5 жыл бұрын
Seven Slots infantry or sf is your best bet for that there’s nothing that is strictly that you’re gonna do it and kill mafuckas I’m 11b best MOS you can get.
@johndaman4863 5 жыл бұрын
If you like survival probably a SERE specialist, although that is Air Force. It is the closest to what you want from what little you said about your wants.
@andyfrancis2946 5 жыл бұрын
Army ranger
@thatguyhijolly6316 5 жыл бұрын
Andy Francis ranger is infantry to get to ranger bat you have to go through infantry osut and then at the end they’ll recruit guys with high pt scores ect to goto RASP previously known as RIP.
@haleybarnes2794 3 жыл бұрын
Do you happen to have any advice for an environment specialist/engineer career? It does have officer availability and I was just trying to figure out my options before I decide.
@pogeysnacks8234 2 жыл бұрын
There is an engineer corps in the Army but it's MUCH different than civilian engineering. Also as an Officer you'll be doing more management than the actual work so even though you go the Engineer Officer route, you'll be behind the scenes while the enlisted soldiers are boots on the ground
@mcb2606 5 жыл бұрын
Be Enlisted and then an Officer.
@anthonylarso4796 4 жыл бұрын
How does this process work
@Austin-jv6yc 5 жыл бұрын
I'm a 35S and i ship june 11th, my question is will i be able to finish a bachelor's degree before my 4 year contract is up? Because i am hoping to go officer as soon as i get a degree
@ordinaryopinion4081 Жыл бұрын
I have a college degree and have been looking into becoming an officer in the Air Force. However online while filling out the application it kept mentioning how hard it was to get selected and how competitive it is which worries me.
@sharifp9706 Жыл бұрын
it is competitive however you have unlimited opportunities to apply. Some of the keys are Have a technical degree, try & have a decent gpa, do some volunteer work in your school/community. Have a letter of recommendation & be in good physical shape. And last but not least BE CONFIDENT, believe in yourself i promise you have what it takes.
@OnlyOneHunnids Жыл бұрын
Is it that competitive in America? It seems in canada there's a lack of applicants
@ordinaryopinion4081 Жыл бұрын
@@OnlyOneHunnids I’m not sure, I ended up landing an engineering job so I didn’t join
@thetreoman 3 жыл бұрын
You also risk getting kicked out, if they don’t promote you as an office.
@juliannaporterfield3452 4 жыл бұрын
So i know you wont see this haha but i am new to this stuff and am thinking about going into the army ,, but can you still be a officer if you wanna be somethin like a combat medic or a sniper ???
@iceevice 5 жыл бұрын
Already enlisted 😂, I leave on March 11th.
@mr16325 3 жыл бұрын
What is your profile pic?
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