AF OTS...

[Anonymous]

I am a college grad interested in joining the AF as an officer. I would like to hear from any female AF officers who could tell me what OTS is like or what being an officer in the AF is like. I have already talked to male officers but don't feel that they would have the same perspective on issues as a female. You could post the message here or e-mail me at sariroo@hotmail.com Thanks, sarah

sariroo@hotmail.com

[Anonymous]

: I am a college grad interested in joining the AF as an officer. I would like
: to hear from any female AF officers who could tell me what OTS is like or
: what being an officer in the AF is like. I have already talked to male
: officers but don't feel that they would have the same perspective on
: issues as a female. You could post the message here or e-mail me at
: sariroo@hotmail.com Thanks, sarah


Sarah -- I couldn't pass this up on the website. I'm an Air Force officer and have been commissioned for 17 years--hope that qualifies. OTS is over in a blink of an eye; they want to see what you're made of and, more importantly, if you have any leadership skills they can hone. Can you follow direction? Can you take a situation and look at all sides? ARE YOU A TEAM PLAYER???? (MOST important). However, that was 17 years ago for me. I'm now a lieutenant colonel and have enjoyed every minute of my AF career. As an officer, you are expected to lead when directed, and follow when necessary. Knowing the difference will determine your success in the Air Force. As you enter the service, find yourself a mentor, and listen to him/her. Senior officers are here to help you succeed, not fail. Our national security depends on it. If you have any specific questions, feel free to e-mail me. Good luck. Diane

dimills@msn.com

[Anonymous]

Thanks diane for your support. Those of us trying to make the decision or those who have made the decision to go and are now following the paperwork trail to success feel very bewildered sometimes. I have taken a different approach and am informing myself to the absolute Nth degree about what to expect, what different AFSC's are out there and TALK TALK TALK to as many people as you can about being an officer. That is what i suggest to Sarah- contact your local AFB and work at this.. it will show your committment and intentions and might reap good recommendation letters if you form a good working relationship w/ someone out there.

Jen


:
: Sarah -- I couldn't pass this up on the website. I'm an Air Force officer and
: have been commissioned for 17 years--hope that qualifies. OTS is over in a
: blink of an eye; they want to see what you're made of and, more
: importantly, if you have any leadership skills they can hone. Can you
: follow direction? Can you take a situation and look at all sides? ARE YOU
: A TEAM PLAYER???? (MOST important). However, that was 17 years ago for me.
: I'm now a lieutenant colonel and have enjoyed every minute of my AF
: career. As an officer, you are expected to lead when directed, and follow
: when necessary. Knowing the difference will determine your success in the
: Air Force. As you enter the service, find yourself a mentor, and listen to
: him/her. Senior officers are here to help you succeed, not fail. Our
: national security depends on it. If you have any specific questions, feel
: free to e-mail me. Good luck. Diane


jenatasu_2000@yahoo.com