Won2Be Posted July 7, 2015 Report Share Posted July 7, 2015 had a female board member who pointed out that I used the word "brotherhood" in my paper,Unbelievable. She had a problem with you using the word "brotherhood" when talking about entering the US Army? There is so much I want to say about this. Sometimes its better just to hold my tongue. It is really hard to do so right now....Did she want you to say "sisterhood" instead? Does she have a problem with men in general or just the fact that the Army, historically, carries a certain masculinity to it? Did she join the army to be in a female dominated env...AAAAH!! shutting up....I'm suddenly really really depressed right now....glad you got through the board. Congratulations. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deegs41 Posted July 7, 2015 Report Share Posted July 7, 2015 Yea I was not pleased with her criticism as it was not even meant as brotherhood in the military it was me "searching for a similar brotherhood I had throughout my sports careers". Either way, it did not effect my selection so I'm not letting it get to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Unbelievable. She had a problem with you using the word "brotherhood" when talking about entering the US Army? There is so much I want to say about this. Sometimes its better just to hold my tongue. It is really hard to do so right now....Did she want you to say "sisterhood" instead? Does she have a problem with men in general or just the fact that the Army, historically, carries a certain masculinity to it? Did she join the army to be in a female dominated env...AAAAH!! shutting up....I'm suddenly really really depressed right now....glad you got through the board. Congratulations.Amen, brother!! ;-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCav19D Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Unbelievable. She had a problem with you using the word "brotherhood" when talking about entering the US Army? There is so much I want to say about this. Sometimes its better just to hold my tongue. It is really hard to do so right now....Did she want you to say "sisterhood" instead? Does she have a problem with men in general or just the fact that the Army, historically, carries a certain masculinity to it? Did she join the army to be in a female dominated env...AAAAH!! shutting up....I'm suddenly really really depressed right now....glad you got through the board. Congratulations. EVERYONE IS A SPECIAL, UNIQUE SNOWFLAKE! CHECK YOUR PRIVILEGE, SHITLORD. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Spoken like a true reddi-oh wait. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deegs41 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 I apologize for even bringing it up, I was just trying to explain the reasoning for my points lost. I have noticed a lot of hostility on the forum lately and not trying to tell people what to do, but let's try and keep it civil. I could be taking people's comments out of context and I hope I am. There are other threads were things are getting a bit chippy and it's sad. Again I apologize if my comments offended anyone; I was just attempting to help out future applicants and warn of subtle nuances that may seem innocent, but do get noticed. Let's leave it at that and try and comment to help this young candidate get selected, not to tear each other down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 I apologize for even bringing it up, I was just trying to explain the reasoning for my points lost. I have noticed a lot of hostility on the forum lately and not trying to tell people what to do, but let's try and keep it civil. I could be taking people's comments out of context and I hope I am. There are other threads were things are getting a bit chippy and it's sad. Again I apologize if my comments offended anyone; I was just attempting to help out future applicants and warn of subtle nuances that may seem innocent, but do get noticed. Let's leave it at that and try and comment to help this young candidate get selected, not to tear each other down. Unless I'm missing something, I see absolutely zero hostility towards anyone in the last 10-15 posts on this thread. In fact, we are all agreeing and sympathizing with you that you ran into someone with such...opinions...in your interview. You're trying to join the Army, you've got to get some thicker skin. That's not a criticism, it's a crucial life skill. The ability to shake things off and not let things bother you, to see people argue and get over it, that's very important. I understand it's hard in text format to sense sarcasm sometimes, but I assure you we were all agreeing that those points you lost, if it was for the reasons you stated, are ridiculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deegs41 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 I believe my intentions were misread here, I was not referring to any hostilities towards myself at all. I appreciate the words of support I received; I just sensed the possibility of a turn for the worst and wanted to snuff it out. I assure you my skin is thicker than it may seem on these posts (been in sports my whole life, often with less than stellar leadership). Often my kindness is mistaken for weakness I suppose, I just absolutely despise internet Hercules types and so I tend to tip heavily on the other end of the scale. I should have stated more clearly that I have seen throughout OTHER threads that people ruffle their feathers over misunderstandings and I just did not want this thread to head in that direction. I did sense the possibility of sarcastic tones, but I wanted to clear the waters just in case. I appreciate your criticism very much, but assure you that I was not defending myself, rather just trying to keep the thread on track. Again, I probably seem "soft" on here but that is completely intentional. There is a wealth of knowledge on these threads and I would prefer to see that over people puffing up their chests at each other. Again, I apologize for coming off defensive, I could give two cow pies what someone says about me, I just didn't want to have a major digression when these hopeful candidates deserve better posts. Thank you for clarifying the sarcastic tones as well, another reason I despise this type of communication. There is just too much great information to pass up on. I hope this is read in a clarifying tone (if that's a thing) rather than a defensive. Respectfully,Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 No worries! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deegs41 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 thanks Lindsey! Didn't mean to make you read a novel as my explanation haha. Thank you again for the input! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Won2Be Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 I apologize for even bringing it up, I was just trying to explain the reasoning for my points lost. I have noticed a lot of hostility on the forum latelyI just wanted to throw two more cents in this one. I want to thank you for putting this out there. It is good to be aware of every possible road block (even if its just one female out of the army, its still good to have warning.....think of it as a PIREP... ). Keep strong brother. you got a slot at BCT. Your experiences are coming from a success story and they are valued IMO. If anyone can get offended at your comments, they aren't worth your time or consideration (and honestly, like lindey said, I doubt anyone took your comments wrong anyway so, addressing any possible offense is kind of moot). If the hostility you are referring to is the "do most soldiers want aviation" thread....man o man...that guy was getting a lesson in real life. If he can learn a lesson about respect from this forum, he will have more than got his money's worth (get it? its free....get it? snark..). Anyway, i work in healthcare around hypersensitive egos (mostly women) ALL the time. I'm SO sick of the PC BS and victim hood class mentality. People literally sitting around waiting to be offended by something. Apologizing for every offense just feeds their bottomless blackholes. They need apologies to feel that their offense is warranted. Don't feed the monster!! I'm not criticizing you here. I'm giving a different way of thinking about offended people. If someone gets offended by something you do in good faith, just explain yourself and say "I'm sorry you are offended." Can't please everyone ya know... If I get in, I can only hope to escape that victim culture endemic in civilian life (at least some of it....please? pretty please?). It will be so refreshing to be surrounded by, and working with, strong people who are mission first, self/opinion/feelings last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 If I get in, I can only hope to escape that victim culture endemic in civilian life (at least some of it....please? pretty please?). It will be so refreshing to be surrounded by, and working with, strong people who are mission first, self/opinion/feelings last. Haahahahahahahhaa. At least in the civilian world you don't have required SHARP and EO briefings every month. People are people. Army people just wear a uniform. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Won2Be Posted July 12, 2015 Report Share Posted July 12, 2015 Haahahahahahahhaa. At least in the civilian world you don't have required SHARP and EO briefings every month. People are people. Army people just wear a uniform. Pfft! whatEVER! A guy can dream can't he? I'll take sharp, dull, sideways, eo, oe, ahshucks, or whatever briefings. I'll take it owwwwll. I mean, how bout staff meetings where we brainstorm how we can ensure feelings are forcefully brought up and made an issue as a policy (I mean seriously? we are going to turn hurt feelings into a constant conversation? and make that part of annual performance reviews?! seriously?!!). How bout a policy where you, um, I donno, act like dogone adults....or something....and work out personal crap between yourselves? shrugs. I know...I'm a genius... Oh Oh! Whatever happened to "just get the job done and be satisfied with that?" I'm just sayin.... Can you tell I'm bout ready to set myself on fire and run through a crowded mall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deegs41 Posted July 17, 2015 Report Share Posted July 17, 2015 Won, I totally agree with your post about the PC way of the world right now. I have worked a lot with troubled youth actually and it is the similiar to the situation you are talking about. I assure you the way I express myself on here is not how I handle myself in person. Again, I just can't stand people that constantly puff out their chests at people from behind a computer screen, so I tend to probably seem quite pacific. Also, I was actually not referring to the shindig thread, that young man (if even real) has brought down the hammer on himself and I feel no remorse for him. I was not referring to any post in particular, it just seems that throughout many, people let their tempers flair and puff up their chests as I said before. Maybe it is just my hatred of that behavior that caused me to say something, but I just feel that as responsible adults you should take a step back and a breath then return a calm and collected response, rather than just throwing the hackles up. Thanks for your input, it is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Won2Be Posted July 18, 2015 Report Share Posted July 18, 2015 Won, I totally agree with your post about the PC way of the world right now. I have worked a lot with troubled youth actually and it is the similiar to the situation you are talking about. I assure you the way I express myself on here is not how I handle myself in person. Again, I just can't stand people that constantly puff out their chests at people from behind a computer screen, so I tend to probably seem quite pacific. Also, I was actually not referring to the shindig thread, that young man (if even real) has brought down the hammer on himself and I feel no remorse for him. I was not referring to any post in particular, it just seems that throughout many, people let their tempers flair and puff up their chests as I said before. Maybe it is just my hatred of that behavior that caused me to say something, but I just feel that as responsible adults you should take a step back and a breath then return a calm and collected response, rather than just throwing the hackles up. Thanks for your input, it is greatly appreciated.I think I get you. PC culture has becoming a blight on society. People just aren't allowed to say anything organic anymore; it always must pass through the "be-nice-act-nice" filter. Its as if the world has gone from "You don't like it? Get a spine" to "You don't like it? I'm so sorry you are offended and I must do something to myself to make myself more appealing to your little easily offended child mind." Eventually everything finds a weak, easily offended, pathetic normal. Its like that standard fake smile everyone wears in the business world. They couldn't give one rat's backside (see what I did there? I DIDN'T say "crap" but "rat's backside!" I was moderating myself to sound more acceptable! It is a kinder more gentler world out there....please kill me now! I need another shot of bleach....) about you but they act like it. I can understand it at work with customers (I guess) since customer service reflects the company and the company wants to appeal to customers. But we as a culture (not only at work) are required, through classical conditioning, to say, think, and reflect the weakest minds in the culture. Its so sick to me. We SHOULD be cultivating a strong culture of powerful people. Not catering to the lowest common denominator. Just one man's opinion. Anyway, I can only HOPE that the Army isn't as bad as the civilian side. I'm not naive to think there are no necessary "suck up" scenarios and office politics, but the civilian side is just ridiculous. Don't mean to drone on here. Just venting the last 10 years of crap (yep, I said crap and I'm very very sorry...bottoms up). Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MckeeC Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 I have my Battalion Board Interview tomorrow morning and while I'm super excited and pretty confident going into it, I won't lie, I'm also a bit nervous. Well honestly a lot nervous. This is the biggest interview of my life, basically deciding whether or not I will be able to pursue my dream of becoming and Army Warrant Officer. The night before my SIFT I couldn't even sleep because I was up all night just thinking about it (fortunately was able to score a 71). I have a feeling I'm going to have the same issue tonight. Anyone have any tips on what to do for something like this? There are just so many things going through my head even now. I've read this entire thread as well as pretty much all of the other threads on the first two pages so I feel pretty prepared but any last minute tips would be appreciated! Thanks,Caleb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakkasanvet Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 Melatonin always works for me on those anxious nights. That and exercise. If all else fails, drink a decent sized glass of wine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 Don't put on your suit until about 15 minutes prior! Don't lie to them! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnmorgan Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Just got done with my interview today. Thought I did very well, but one of the officers took a lot of points off while the others didn't. Does the interview score out of 75 play a huge role in USAREC selection? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MckeeC Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Had my Battalion Board Interview yesterday and it went well. I was accepted by the board! I never did find out what my score was but I was so excited and relieved for it to be over I wasn't even thinking about that. Would my recruiter know or be able to find out what I scored? And as capnmorgan asked, does the score play a large role in selection? Thanks again for all of the help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Won2Be Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Congratulations fellas. Hope things continue to go well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koba24 Posted September 15, 2015 Report Share Posted September 15, 2015 Just got done with my interview today. Thought I did very well, but one of the officers took a lot of points off while the others didn't. Does the interview score out of 75 play a huge role in USAREC selection? I had the exact same thing happen to me too. They all gave me the go ahead but the officer who docked points was late to the interview by over 30 minutes! Kind of made me scratch my head. In my opinion, I feel that this portion of the process is just a small piece of the puzzle. I don't think it will be an ultimate decider in getting selected or not. As long as you received the required 2/3 recommendations you're good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING Posted September 17, 2015 Report Share Posted September 17, 2015 I was speaking with my recruiter yesterday about the Battalion Board and how it is conducted. He tells me that the board will be conducted via webcast or FaceTime. Has anyone ever heard or done the board this way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING Posted September 30, 2015 Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 Board scheduled for tomorrow at 1030! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jberto89 Posted September 30, 2015 Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 Board scheduled for tomorrow at 1030!Good luck dude. Shake and bake! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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