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Motivational Statement MEGA Thread

exNavyOffRec

Well-Known Member
For those of you that have reapplied… I originally went for SNA only for the October board. I will reapplying 1. SNA 2. SNFO for the May or July board.
What have you included on your motivational statement to indicate that your application has improved since you last applied? My OR is suggesting that I highlight graduating from college, as I’ll be done with undergrad in May. I’m not really sure what else to include, as I’m not retaking the ASTB. I was thinking about including an aspect of how I’ve physically improved, but tbh I don’t even know if the board will end up reading it.
I have another question, regarding letters of recommendation. One of my LOR is from an O-6 who highlights my career goals of becoming a pilot - he doesn’t mention anything about me wanting to be a NFO. Should I ask him to rewrite it, or will the board probably just not read it?
If you apply SNA and SNFO given the current situation you will with a great degree of probability be selected SNFO.
 

FormerRecruitingGuru

Making Recruiting Great Again
My GPA was a 3.71 when submitted my transcripts last summer. It’s now a 3.744… I haven’t decided yet I’ll submit my transcript as of Fall 2022, or if I’ll wait to submit my full transcript from when I graduate in May. I kind of want to just submit everything ASAP and then not worry about it until results are out. Would it come across as lazy or in bad taste if I did this? This is assuming that the May board is cancelled and that I apply for July.

Edit: for context: I graduate in May and will then be backpacking abroad for about a month… I don’t know when exactly The last day to submit material for the July board is, but I probably wouldn’t have time to after I graduate.

Technically you can’t even submit an application at the moment.

Just wait and if possible submit for the next board with your degree on hand.
 

bengo1992

New Member
Applying for designator 1200 HR Officer program, GPA 3.3, Bachelors in Business Admin, Associates degree in Business Science, Associates degree in Psychology, Certificate in Management. Active Duty E6, Logistics Specialist.

Please review my personal statement below:

I first came to the United States as a little boy, and revisiting these memories brings fervor and determination to me as a Puerto Rican growing up in the United States. My parents being the first generation to move to the United States it was a realization that the idea of opportunity and potential will be awarded to those with courage and the ambition for success. They laid out the foundation for me. I have lived this ethos throughout my Naval career.

My experience as a First-Class Petty Officer in the Navy has given me the insight and necessary skills to serve the Navy as a commissioned Officer. During the course of my leadership duties, I gained much knowledge in the opportunity to provide mentorship and guidance to Junior Sailors and lead them in executing missions on both the technical and strategic levels.

In addition to my time in service, I have taken courses in Human Resource Management which focus on finding, screening, recruiting, and training personnel including developing policies, and developing strategies to administer to employees. In this context, my experience has given me a more holistic perspective on the issues facing the military today.

To earn the Human Resource Officer Designator is the opportunity I have been looking for all my life. It is my firm belief that I can make a positive contribution to the United States Navy as a Naval Officer and with strong conviction say I am ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.
 
Technically you can’t even submit an application at the moment.

Just wait and if possible submit for the next board with your degree on hand.
Not that I'm disagreeing with you because this is your expertise, but I thought you could submit an application before you graduate along with some kind of graduation/course plan. Is that not the case? Not that it at all matters to my situation, but I am curious now.
 

FormerRecruitingGuru

Making Recruiting Great Again
Not that I'm disagreeing with you because this is your expertise, but I thought you could submit an application before you graduate along with some kind of graduation/course plan. Is that not the case? Not that it at all matters to my situation, but I am curious now.

You’re confusing basic eligibility with reconsideration eligibility.

The person I responded to was trying to resubmit an application without making changes to their application.
 

3onaMatch

New Member
Here's mine:

I am deeply committed to becoming an officer in the United States Navy Reserve, especially in the field of Public Affairs. I hold multiple advanced degrees and have decades of experience practicing and teaching within communications-related fields. I have also trained and performed as a leader in both military and civilian contexts. The broad and varied skill set which I possess, combined with a strong desire to serve my country, I feel, makes me an ideal candidate for this role.

There is a strong tradition of military service in my family, to include my father (Army), and my grandfathers (Navy and Air Force). I myself am prior-enlisted, having served in the active duty U.S. Air Force as well as the Air National Guard. However, becoming a Navy officer specifically has been a long-held ambition of mine that began at age fourteen when I joined my high school’s NJROTC program. There, I cultivated my values for service and leadership. Over the course of four years, I filled numerous leadership roles, ultimately achieving the rank of cadet lieutenant, fourth in command of the unit. These experiences instilled in me a drive to go above and beyond what is required of me. While in the Air Force, in addition to my regular duties, I served as a member of the airman’s council, a security forces augmentee, and a squadron fitness monitor. While deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, I personally spearheaded a complete revamping of the aircraft maintenance supply system. I was also a proud member of the base honor guard at #### AFB. Drawing upon my extensive prior knowledge of drill and ceremonies, I excelled in my role as an honor guardsman and quickly became an NCOIC overseeing numerous military funeral details.

While in the Air Force, I developed a keen interest in journalism. In my off-duty time, I studied mass communications at community college. This eventually led to my working for four-plus years as a news reporter in print, radio broadcast, and online media—work that took me from California to Texas to New York City, and afforded me the invaluable skills of conducting interviews, writing on deadline, and distilling complex information into clean, accessible copy. I would later use these skills in my role as communications coordinator at the #### Department of Veterans' Affairs.

My writing skills and my capacity for hard work and perseverance also served me greatly in graduate school, particularly in my doctoral studies. Attaining my Ph.D. in English entailed three years of coursework beyond my master’s, and an additional six years of independent research and writing. The dissertation phase of the process is something of an ultramarathon that finds one working in relative isolation, and it tested my capacity for self-direction and self-discipline. After years of hard work, and all the while pursuing a full-time professional career and raising a family, I produced a book-length study that contributes to the field of knowledge in my specialty.

At present, I teach literature and composition at #### State University. I have considerable autonomy in my duties, which include curriculum development, lecturing, and course management. In any given academic year, I oversee the instruction of more than 400 students. However much my job calls for the ability to work independently, it also places a high premium on teamwork and institutional service. I see myself as one among a cohort of my fellow instructors—all of us dedicated to achieving common learning outcomes. And this notion of organizational efficacy is borne out in our extracurricular activities—special committees, training workshops, peer evaluations, etc. In other words, my work in academia affords me the mindset of a leader/team member that I think is perfectly suited to the ethos of the Navy officer.

In short, I am highly competent and highly motivated. I have a desire to serve in the Navy Reserve, and I feel that, with my skills and abilities, the best contribution I can make is in the role of Public Affairs Officer.
 

Average Monke

A primate with internet access
Hello. First time posting in this thread. I would appreciate some honest feedback on my motivational statement. I feel like I should get a bit more detailed but I don't wanna include insignificant stuff or fluff. I also feel like when it comes to the thin line of "sincere" and "cocky/arrogant" I might be on the arrogant side but I cant fully tell.
Might help if you spell Abrams correctly. The board may not even read your motivational statement, but if they do, that lack of attention to detail could weight negatively against your packet, especially because you are applying SNA.
 
Hello,
I am new to this thread. Is there anyone here who is willing to take a look at my motivational statement and critique it. Or if you know of anybody outside of this thread who would do it, I would greatly appreciate if I could get a contact. Thank you.

FYI: Applying for Reserve DCO Supply in the Navy.
 

no_more_nuke_life

Active Member
Hello,
I am new to this thread. Is there anyone here who is willing to take a look at my motivational statement and critique it. Or if you know of anybody outside of this thread who would do it, I would greatly appreciate if I could get a contact. Thank you.
Would anyone be willing to read my motivational statement for a reserve application? Thank you.

You guys could just post it in this thread and you'll get more replies that way.
 

FormerRecruitingGuru

Making Recruiting Great Again
I had ChatGbt help me with this:

Create a 5-paragraph essay about wanting to serve in the navy as an officer and include metrics-based accomplishments

“As a highly motivated individual with a passion for leadership and a desire to serve my country, I am eager to pursue a career in the Navy as an officer. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have honed my skills, achieved notable accomplishments, and developed a deep sense of commitment to excellence, all of which make me well-suited for a role as a Navy officer.

One of my proudest accomplishments is my successful leadership of a team of [Number] individuals during a challenging project at my current job. By implementing strategic planning, effective communication, and team motivation techniques, we were able to complete the project ahead of schedule, resulting in a [Percentage] reduction in production time and a [Percentage] increase in productivity. These metrics-based achievements highlight my ability to lead teams to achieve measurable results, a skill that I believe would translate well into a Navy officer role.

In my academic pursuits, I have consistently maintained a high academic standing, graduating with honors in [Degree/Major] from [University/College]. I was also recognized as the top performer in my class for [Specific Subject], achieving a [Percentage] improvement in grades compared to the previous year. These academic achievements demonstrate my dedication to academic excellence and my ability to set and achieve high standards of performance.

In my previous role as a manager at [Company/Organization], I was responsible for overseeing a team of [Number] individuals and implementing performance management processes. Through my leadership and coaching, I was able to improve team performance by [Percentage], resulting in a significant reduction in employee turnover and an increase in customer satisfaction by [Percentage]. These achievements highlight my ability to effectively lead and manage teams, achieve performance goals, and drive results.

As a volunteer in my community, I have also had the opportunity to make a positive impact. I led a team of [Number] volunteers in organizing a charity event, which raised over [Amount] in funds for a local non-profit organization. This successful event resulted in a [Percentage] increase in donations compared to the previous year, demonstrating my ability to mobilize and inspire teams towards a common goal.

In conclusion, my desire to serve in the Navy as an officer is not only driven by my passion for leadership and commitment to excellence but also supported by my proven track record of metric-based accomplishments. Through my leadership experience in both professional and volunteer roles, my academic achievements, and my commitment to community service, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the Navy as an officer. I am eager to leverage my skills, experience, and dedication to serve my country and make a positive impact as a Navy officer.”
 

TommyGuns89

New Member
Hello everyone, I just finished the first draft of my motivational statement and was hoping to have a few pointers from you fine people. I plan to cut it down a bit but just wanted to get a little bit of insight before doing so:

Monday May 30th, 2011 I was honorably discharged from the United States Navy. My reasons for joining 4 years prior were to serve my country, to make a better life for myself, and earn benefits for school. The day I left the Navy I had accomplished my goals and was heading home to start a new life. As I am coming closer to finishing my degree I find myself in the same place as when I was as a young man, I am ready once again to answer the call to service. The United States Navy employs the finest women and men in the world, and as an officer I would be given the opportunity to lead them.

Serving as a Naval Officer is a career which is unparalleled in the civilian sector, I can't think of any career where you have the opportunity to lead and be challenged in such a way on a daily basis. The future of our nation, and the Navy is in the hands of young people and I believe it is the responsibility of experienced professionals to help those young men and women succeed. The Navy has given me more than I could have ever imagined, and I can give back to the Navy and our country by helping shape tomorrow's leaders. When I picture myself in 5 years I am not satisfied with the idea of a corporate job where the bottom line is monetary profit. The bottom line that I see myself working for is that of sailors succeeding not only in their career but also in their personal goals.


As a sales professional our goals fluctuated on a monthly basis, and only those who could easily adapt to change and face adversity were successful. Through an unrelenting eagerness to be successful and a competitive nature I was consecutively in the top 15% of representatives in my district during my entire tenure. From this position I learned communication skills and how to navigate a sales and service environment. My ultimate goal is to lead sailors and I recently had the chance to lead a youth basketball team as an assistant coach where we placed 2nd in the finals, I have always had the potential to lead and this was my first chance at doing so. I believe if you aren't doing something to make someone else's life better then you are wasting your time, this is what led me to volunteering at a local boys and girls home. My father was killed when I was 9 years old leaving behind myself and 2 siblings. Having grown up without a parent we had to overcome the obstacles of our surroundings and I made it a goal not to be a statistic. During my time spent with these youth I have been able to show them how you ultimately have control over your life and that given your circumstances you can be as successful as you want to be.

My choice of career is as a Supply Officer, this will give me the best opportunity to serve sailors; by boosting morale with the ships store and MWR, ensuring we get the right tools to keep the ship afloat, and having the right parts to keep our birds in the air. Being a Naval Officer is the most respectable and admired career I can imagine and I can't think of any other career that will offer me the opportunity to challenge myself more than ever before. I have chosen to rise to the challenge and it would be a privilege and honor to have the opportunity to become a Naval Officer.


If you made it this far thanks for sticking around, I look forward to hearing from you all, good or bad.
Hey did you ever get accepted for Supply?
 

no_more_nuke_life

Active Member
Did you rake the time to see the last time that person has been online on here?
I'm gonna be honest, I didn't even know you could check that on a person's profile until you said it.

Also to be fair, a lot of younger people nowadays aren't used to forum style formats. It took me quite a couple visits until I realized why certain posts never moved up or down (because they were pinned), as well as finding out how to navigate through this site.
 
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