I'm about to be 27 and I leave to bmt soon, better late than never. You don't wanna live with that regret of not joining when you're older, I hear that a lot from my older coworkers.
I’m 25 and I’m in the process of joining right now I’m meeting my recruiter to setup my MEPS date this coming Wednesday if all things go well I’ll be able to finally answer the call that I’ve ignored for too long now. I would consider you do the same brother
I did 6 years in the Air Force! I was able to use my GI Bill to get my degree for free! My VA home loan got me my first house. Also I’m 100% P&T(with back pay) with free health care for life! Im pretty much retired at 35 it’s the best feeling in the world! I can do what I want when I want to!
Can I ask what you do now ? I just want to say that last statement really stuck out to me it’s all I want in life so I can take care of myself others , also wanted to ask if you by chance work in aviation ?
@@kelj4517 ahhh I love your struggle , been reliably watching after videos I need to stop smoking and handle a couple of things holding me back from being able to go but I’m ready to commit to that 4 years with the help of talking to veterans like yourself thank you for your service and continued service 🤍
27 years old about to be a year since I joined I was afraid since I was no 18 19 year old, now I'm glad that I did. For those a little older, just do it! At least the 4 year and try it out.
You are the perfect age to be a first termer. You are more mature, quicker learner, you know how the adult world works and you will not frighten as easy being away from home like an 18 or 19 year old is.
I finished BMT 3 weeks ago. It’s too early to say if joining was the best decision I ever made, but so far it has been a very good life choice. I would recommend anyone wanting to join the military to go Air Force.
"I would recommend anyone wanting to join the military to go Air Force." I'm Army, I don't blame you. If you have (what Air Force calls) tech school with Army (what we call Advanced Individual Training aka "AIT"), you'll be glad you joined Air Force as soon as you see that we Army have to be marched around by drill sergeants (again this is *AFTER basic training* ) *EVERYWHERE* outside of class while Air Force trainees are trusted to walk to the DFAC by themselves.... And Army people had to have "battle buddies" with them to even go to the bathroom while Air Force and Navy didn't. You'll be glad to have joined Air Force instead when you see Army getting made to do mass punishments like push ups for petty things like they're still in basic (I can't say for sure that this NEVER happens with Air Force but definitely I was around and spoke to plenty of Air Force people and they looked on in shock when we had drill sergeants punishing Army trainees). Etc. Etc. Etc
Just graduated bmt currently in tech school and i can say that the airforce changed me for the better i wanted to say thank you jody for helping me with getting ready for bmt
When I tell you this pipe dream of me joining the airforce became a reality, it’s still unreal that I am now 85 pounds less then what I was when I was 300. And now I’m taking my ASVAB this upcoming Thursday to enlist finally. I’m 25 and finally started to fulfill this dream of joining, so I’ll say don’t second guess it just go for it! It will change your life and you’ll love every bit of the journey. I wish all who want to join the best of luck and the amazing content creator who encouraged me to continue to pursue the best branch of the military😁🔥👌
Ayyyeee. Big congrats on losing the weight, pursuing a goal and getting the chance to see it become reality. Really dope to see. Keep going and good luck with the rest of the process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I'm right with you brother! I'm 26 on Saturday and I meet with the recruiter next week to get the ASVAB and MEPS process started except I'm joining the ANG due to my civilian job. I'm both nervous and extremely excited to fulfill a dream I've had since I was 7 years old! I'm an ex smoker of 10+ years, running every day and putting all of the bad habits behind me to start the good ones. Congrats on the weight loss and who knows, maybe I'll see you at BMT! Good luck with everything!
I just started my recruitment process this week. I’m really excited but also really nervous. Your videos have been huge in helping me choose and prepare for this path. Thank you for the outstanding content!
Bro I’ve been watching a lot of your videos and it’s making my mental transition for this much more solid I’ll be going in, in my mid 30s….my mom and 3 of my uncle served so you thank you for what you do.
Met you at the mini BX on Thursday thanks for being so nice and the kind words to us after our Tech school graduation! And thanks for asking for a picture we were hyped!🤣
Jody came back and now am back in my normal routine, PT's in the morning, ASVAB study in my daily plan....I may not be wearing the USAF uniform and also ineligible to join the USAF at the moment but I believe it's gonna happen someday soon by God's grace. Thanks, Jody, for always sharing some gem info about the military, specifically the AF. Jody is back,stay beautiful bababyeee😄🫡
I’m 24 with 3 years of college experience I didn’t finish because I couldn’t afford it anymore and for the last 2 years I’ve been feeling like a ship just floating through life working and supporting myself well enough. But I’ve been unfulfilled. For the past few months I’ve felt the itch of needing to get back on track. Thanks to your videos as well as a few others I’ve decided that I’m gonna join the AF. I don’t wanna look back on life when I’m older and wonder if I became all I could be. I thought I would be afraid but I feel such a peace that I can’t explain. I just want to say thank you for the content 🤝
My son just graduated from high school and told me he wanted to join. I thought it was a great idea.. then he hit me with “if you join I’ll join” so here I am watching your videos thinking this may not be a bad idea lol.. but I’m on a time limit. I’m 39.. so I’ll be taking my test next month..
This comment is so encouraging! Funny thing I took my son to a recruiter here in Maryland. I’m 40 and sold on joining. My son is not tho. I haven’t told my son yet getting a few things in order, but definitely joining before my cut off.
Hey, Jody. I just wanted to say I appreciate your videos. I’m on my way to BMT here in the next couple of days and I’m rocked with nervousness. I have a big fear of failure, and while I know failure is a part of life, I struggle to shake the feeling. Your videos help quite a lot.
I think most people deal with the thought of failure. Acknowledging this helps a lot. Next you just set realistic goals you know you’re capable of accomplishing. Like be a good listener, and giving your all. Those are easy goals to reach, which will make everything else fall in line. Don’t overthink it. You got this. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I'm in the process of trying to join, got a lot done, so far my next steps are losing weight and MEPS. Honestly I didn't consider going into the Air Force before I found your videos, thanks for the great advice. 🤞🤞🤞
" Honestly I didn't consider going into the Air Force before I found your videos" Take it from someone Army, the Air Force might not be for everybody but arguably if you can go Air Force instead of Army, go Air Force.
Got sworn in yesterday! Have been watching your videos a lot for advice/confidence to keep taking steps forward into the unknown! SF pft is next week! Wish me luck!
If I knew this information earlier I would’ve joined the military right out of HS at 18. I’m 28 now and am a business owner so I can’t complain but the knowledge, experience and benefits are really good.
In the U.S. Air Force, we're all striving for a mission greater than ourselves. But like in any environment, there can be whispers and labels. One you might hear? "Kiss ass." But let's realign our perspective. Your career in the Air Force isn't about pleasing peers. It's about commitment to duty, dedication to excellence, and always pushing forward for the greater good. While it's natural to seek validation from those around you, remember: many of those peers won't be beside you throughout your entire journey. They won't be there at your retirement ceremony or when you look back on a career full of achievements. Don't dim your dedication or mute your motivation for fear of what others might say. When you focus on impressing the mission and upholding our core values, the right people will take notice, and those who don't? They're simply not on your flight path.
Good vid Jody. You should do more reaction vids and more podcast. You’re good for education but also a good RUclipsr. You got a good personality and are fun to watch
Thanks for this. I can definitely make more reaction videos. The podcasts are a little harder to coordinate though. Maybe when I retire, I can have more time to start one. 🤙🏽
I've been watching you vids like crazy Jody. You've given me tons of insight with this process and have absolutely been a factor in solidifying my decision to embark on this journey. I can't wait to see what being a service member is like!
@@andrewv5994 Get on it while you still have time. It won't hurt to get some cheap health insurance (even though you'd still have to pay because you're not active duty) and possibly training for a job you can use for a civilian job/career. And while you would still have to deal with some bullshit like everywhere, and in the military, trust me when I say that overall you won't have to deal with quite the same degree of bullshit you'd have to do if you join Army, and really childish shit you wouldn't want to have to deal with as a grown ass man your age.
The recruiter I spoke with directed me to your content!!I’m a single mother and I am seriously considering joining the Air Force. I’m so nervous about signing up and feel like this is one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever considered. I’ll be looking through your videos to see if you speak about single parents and their lives in the military.
I don’t think I’ve made content on that. I did make a video for joining married or with dependents which details the benefits. It might help answer some questions, but probably not all. I hope this helps. ruclips.net/video/WU6mQ-ewLWY/видео.htmlsi=McGahJXFPiraeFj4
I did 14 years in the Navy right out of high school. The hardest part is growing up in service. If you have trauma or were otherwise struggling emotionally, the military will bring all of that out, especially if you take up drinking. We didn't have mental health diagnoses like the current generation, so it took military life to bring it out. But if you are committed, the military will make you a better person all around. I've been out for 13 years and I still have some of the same habits like getting places early and cursing. Otherwise, take advantage of the benefits. Take classes, volunteer for leadership positions that will go on your resume later. Learn your job, and be a subject matter expert. It's not hard and is like any other job, except it's a fraternity that you will always be proud you joined. And make sure you document EVERYHING.
I’m 30 & my AF Guard recruiter said I need a 6 year contract for a VA loan. I already have my masters degree but I was told not to bother trying to go in as an officer due to seniority. 6 years seems like a long time
Hey jody . I watched your videos months ago preparing myself for the airforce. Well now im at tech school for material management. I think i saw you but im not too sure lmao . Thank you!
I’m actually in the process but something happened when I was 12 that was out of my control so I’m just waiting on my recruiter to see what his command wants next
Hey Jody! My recruiter recommended your channel to me and it has helped me a lot with the enlistment process. I might have to give up joining the Air Force since my eye consult didn’t go as well as I thought. I was told that SG denied my vision waiver due to unspecified keratitis. My recruiter told me that they did not give me a reason to qualify. I don’t believe I have that, but I’m getting a second opinion from another optometrist. The optometrist told me keratitis isn’t permanent, so I shouldn’t be denied if it gets treated. Is it possible for me to get this waiver approved after being denied by SG? Do they normally approve waivers if the condition is treated?
That’s the only way they’ll approve your waiver. If you can prove your condition has 100% been corrected, you should be fine. They may want you to wait 6-12 months after the procedure but you should be fine when it’s time.
Saw this a while ago which explained my experience in the army What is it like being in the Army? Oh I'm glad you asked. Imagine being told your group of people have to eat this large pot of chicken broth in an hour. Too easy right? And everyone is handed a knife, a spoon, and a fork. And it's just chicken broth. So your First Sergeant is so excited he grabs the fork and starts eating. Then tells everyone else to do the same. But you, only being a private but having had experience eating broth before are like, "hey we should use the spoons," but everyone else is like, "well First Sergeant said use the fork." "But the spoon makes more sense. Like that's exactly what it was made for." And everyone continues to use the fork. And when it's not working fast enough, someone suggests you use a mallet. And you just look at the group, then at the spoon, then back at the group, the spoon, then you cry as you count down days until your contract ends. That is the Army
That's cap. There's nothing easy about being in the U.S Military. I was in for 4 years (USN: 2013-2017) by the way. If it was that easy nobody would get out and the military wouldn't have retention issues.
@@Jodywithawhy It does work out well for some people but not others. In my experience in the Army, you can get good counselings just about all the time saying your appearance and work output is good....but if you have lousy leadership that doesn't care about you, even if they say your appearance and effort is good, they're not going to recommend you for the promotion board, which means you aren't going to advance in rank to be a NCO.
I just went through meps and apparently my hearing needs a waiver as well as my asthma from when I was younger so I’m scared I won’t make it in😭 does the Air Force decline hearing and asthma waivers a lot?
Is there a " hot jobs" list for Airforce? Like those jobs are always in need and needed to be filled ASAP? Need to be prepared for when my son goes to pick his job next week? TIA
Man im gonna start by saying tht you should've been more specific about what branch of the military these thing would be useful in. From someone who in the army most of these things make you sould like a blue falcon. The only thing i agree with is being in shape, being muscular and strong supercedes uniform and shaving. Hell if you got combat experience , even more. Uniforms dont matter in combat nor does shaving. Yes you need to look decent but not like you were talking about. Shaving as a poc is a none starter, especially in texas , your gonna shave and then have razor bunps tht are irritated by your own sweat , which also scar. You couldve offered an alternative , like a shaving profile from medical. We didnt get off until 7 or 9 , so neing 15 minutes early really wasnt a priority. Last but not least , never ever volunteer for anything. If you want brownie points tht bad , learn unarmed combat , excel in weapons training , memorize and practice using radio comms and combat life saving skills. Get broly asf and destroy the pt test. You will look good in all the things tht matter because all of the other soldiers are mid .
Hey Jody! I would love some advice on how persistent I should be. I am trying to commission and I reached out via email to a recruiter about 10 days ago, I got a general reply providing some details and asking for some info, and I very quickly replied with the pre-screening application they requested (same day). I haven’t heard back, and I am wondering should I call the recruiter # I have and introduce myself, etc or should I wait for them to make contact? OR Any other advice you have for the process generally. I am 28 and have a real sense of urgency, but aware of the reality. Thank you for your videos you have added much value to my life already 🙏🏻
Jody, love the channel, thank you for your videos. Question, Can I join if I just found out my wife is pregnant. If so, Is there a way to confirm I can be back (or done with tech school) before she is getting close to delivering?
Yes you can join if your wife is pregnant. There’s no way to guarantee you’d be home before the delivery of the baby. But if the tech school is longer than 20 weeks, the Air Force gives you the option to have your family move to your tech school location. This video might help if you haven’t seen it already. ruclips.net/video/WU6mQ-ewLWY/видео.htmlsi=y4SXS2EzK766ykcz
I am 26 and im in school for surgical technology. I want to join the Air Force as an officer when I graduate. I would have a bachelor’s and associate’s degree. How is Officer Training School in this new day in time? Basic Training have me so nervous.
Any jobs you recommend that deal whit physical therapy /health ? I have a lot of college credits but not an associates. The recruiters in my area don’t really talk much and are very short. I’d really love some advice on this
I have been trying to enlist into the Air Guard. But I have been having a hard time with recruiters wanting to enlist me. Since I have mild scoliosis and would need a waiver. Do you have any tips?
Hey Jody! I have a question regarding trying to join the Air Force DEP as a senior in high school, as I know the Air Force is what I want to do right out of high school. Would I be able to talk to any recruiter in the area, or would I have to talk to the recruiter that is attached to my school?
Got out the marines 2 years ago . Got my associates but tbh im not really feeling school its pretty boring not gonna lie . Is there a special transfer i have to do for the air force ?
question i’m 21 i was introduced to it but i like where i am at but at the same time there’s a ghost with a question do i want to be somebody type shi so im like hmmm mentally prepared but not really there’s just some issue i wish i can discuss type beat.
Congrats on passing MEPS. This video will explain what happens at MEPS. ruclips.net/video/YnFkeFzGqL4/видео.htmlsi=A_I1AD4ZXXAE7OMh This one will explain what happens in the DEP. ruclips.net/video/_jpCGYs1Wtg/видео.htmlsi=pUft2xRCA4AmSkki And this one will tell you about how to use the aimhigh app for workouts. ruclips.net/video/bTH74qo-Qp4/видео.htmlsi=_LosTlEN-eA0m5ti
Hey I'm about to graduate high school this year. After my graduation, I'll do one more semester of school and finish my associates degree. So im looking to join in next spring roughly. I also have my private pilot license and have worked at an airplane service center for a year and a half. I know im not guaranteed my number one job in the Air Force, but I want to be a crew chief (preferably on fighters). What is the availability/chance of me getting this job? Thanks!
Becoming a crew chief is possible because it’s a job the Air Force is constantly hiring for. However, the chance of working on fighters will be your biggest hurdle.
At meps when they do your background check but you already got a waiver for anything tin the past will u be questioned or disqualified even tho u have a waiver
It will limit you on job opportunities if you don’t have a license. It will also create a burden on your coworkers to have to take you everywhere, unless your base has a good bus/transportation system. So I always recommend people get their license prior to joining.
@@Jodywithawhy I don't know how the Air Force works compared to the Army. I assume, possibly wrongly, that apparently, most people in the Air Force do not have to know how to drive a humvee or a LMTV to the field or drive around in the motor pool (I might be wrong, but I'm pretty sure most Air Force does not have to do that), so I don't know if not having a license in the Air Force would affect someone the same way it would in the Army when it comes to jobs. But still you are definitely true about being a burden on coworkers to drive you around to different places on post and off.
There’s always a chance you can be denied for any medical condition, but given the distance in time of the issue, you have a good shot. Everything ultimately depends on the medical records and the severity of concussion. I hope that helps.
I scored an 86 on my PICAT percentile. My recruiter told me I have a lot of options, but I’m worried about my high school performance. Growing up, I had a lot more than school to worry about and my grades suffered for it. Will this keep me from getting into the USAF even if I meet all other requirements for a new recruit?
they don't care about your highschool performance. At all. They care if you have any sort of criminal record, or major health issues. 86 is a great score, you will be able to get pretty much any job with that.
Outside of doing convoys with the Army for 2yrs in Iraq, the Air Force was hands down the easiest job I ever had 🤷🏿♂️.. got btz, made staff first time, got bachelor's while in, pretty much became rich afterwards, etc...the military in general is a lick, especially for ppl like me who didn't really have anything else going on
I had to look up what "btz" and found it means "below the zone" and is an air force thing. "Outside of doing convoys with the Army for 2yrs in Iraq, " Yeah convoys are something else I hadn't thought about that apparently most people in the Air Force don't do, that the Army does. Yeah we do some long boring convoys in Army going like 30 miles an hour. It makes me mad as hell when we are leaving the field after having been in the field for two or three weeks and we are just filthy and can't wait to go back to the rear (garrison), get out of our uniforms, and clean our butts. The last time I was in the field at 101st Fort Campbell, on our last day we were actually threatened that if we weren't camouflaged "enough", our convoy would be forced to turn around and go back to the field as a punishment. I don't know if that actually happened to any of us though. But damn you when you say going on a convoy with Army is the worst thing you've had to do in the Air Force. Damn Air Force.
I have a non related question. If I just got my first duty station. How long will it take for me to be able to go to a different base over seas. What I'm seeing online is if I'm trying to got to a different state in the US it is 36 months and if I'm trying to go overseas the minimum time is 12 to be at current duty station.
I'm 25 Really Considering joining The Air Force To Change My Life For The Better
Same bro
I am 26, and I decided to join back in March. Maybe it's too early to say, but honestly after basic training it has been awesome.
I'm about to be 27 and I leave to bmt soon, better late than never. You don't wanna live with that regret of not joining when you're older, I hear that a lot from my older coworkers.
I’m 25 and I’m in the process of joining right now I’m meeting my recruiter to setup my MEPS date this coming Wednesday if all things go well I’ll be able to finally answer the call that I’ve ignored for too long now. I would consider you do the same brother
@@grandiosetiger2473 full time ?
I did 6 years in the Air Force!
I was able to use my GI Bill to get my degree for free! My VA home loan got me my first house. Also I’m 100% P&T(with back pay) with free health care for life! Im pretty much retired at 35 it’s the best feeling in the world!
I can do what I want when I want to!
What was your MOS
@Savage22223
My AFSC was 3D!
Can I ask what you do now ? I just want to say that last statement really stuck out to me it’s all I want in life so I can take care of myself others , also wanted to ask if you by chance work in aviation ?
@SidewayzSedan
I do volunteer work and gig work just to have something to do!
@@kelj4517 ahhh I love your struggle , been reliably watching after videos I need to stop smoking and handle a couple of things holding me back from being able to go but I’m ready to commit to that 4 years with the help of talking to veterans like yourself thank you for your service and continued service 🤍
27 years old about to be a year since I joined I was afraid since I was no 18 19 year old, now I'm glad that I did. For those a little older, just do it! At least the 4 year and try it out.
You are the perfect age to be a first termer. You are more mature, quicker learner, you know how the adult world works and you will not frighten as easy being away from home like an 18 or 19 year old is.
I finished BMT 3 weeks ago. It’s too early to say if joining was the best decision I ever made, but so far it has been a very good life choice. I would recommend anyone wanting to join the military to go Air Force.
Congratulations. I’m wishing you good luck on the rest of your journey. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
"I would recommend anyone wanting to join the military to go Air Force." I'm Army, I don't blame you.
If you have (what Air Force calls) tech school with Army (what we call Advanced Individual Training aka "AIT"), you'll be glad you joined Air Force as soon as you see that we Army have to be marched around by drill sergeants (again this is *AFTER basic training* ) *EVERYWHERE* outside of class while Air Force trainees are trusted to walk to the DFAC by themselves.... And Army people had to have "battle buddies" with them to even go to the bathroom while Air Force and Navy didn't.
You'll be glad to have joined Air Force instead when you see Army getting made to do mass punishments like push ups for petty things like they're still in basic (I can't say for sure that this NEVER happens with Air Force but definitely I was around and spoke to plenty of Air Force people and they looked on in shock when we had drill sergeants punishing Army trainees). Etc. Etc. Etc
@shadowfyre8265
You made a good choice!
I’m prior Airforce myself
Just graduated bmt currently in tech school and i can say that the airforce changed me for the better i wanted to say thank you jody for helping me with getting ready for bmt
Congrats and graduating and good luck in tech school. Also, I’m glad I could help you along the way. 🤙🏽
When I tell you this pipe dream of me joining the airforce became a reality, it’s still unreal that I am now 85 pounds less then what I was when I was 300. And now I’m taking my ASVAB this upcoming Thursday to enlist finally. I’m 25 and finally started to fulfill this dream of joining, so I’ll say don’t second guess it just go for it! It will change your life and you’ll love every bit of the journey. I wish all who want to join the best of luck and the amazing content creator who encouraged me to continue to pursue the best branch of the military😁🔥👌
Ayyyeee. Big congrats on losing the weight, pursuing a goal and getting the chance to see it become reality. Really dope to see. Keep going and good luck with the rest of the process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I'm right with you brother! I'm 26 on Saturday and I meet with the recruiter next week to get the ASVAB and MEPS process started except I'm joining the ANG due to my civilian job. I'm both nervous and extremely excited to fulfill a dream I've had since I was 7 years old! I'm an ex smoker of 10+ years, running every day and putting all of the bad habits behind me to start the good ones. Congrats on the weight loss and who knows, maybe I'll see you at BMT! Good luck with everything!
@@Jodywithawhy On that note I passed my ASVAB and will swearing in the United States airforce next week! I am beyond excited😭
@@AirForceJay ayeee. Congratulations again. Keep it going. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I just started my recruitment process this week. I’m really excited but also really nervous. Your videos have been huge in helping me choose and prepare for this path. Thank you for the outstanding content!
No problem at all. I’m glad I could help. Good luck with the process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Bro I’ve been watching a lot of your videos and it’s making my mental transition for this much more solid I’ll be going in, in my mid 30s….my mom and 3 of my uncle served so you thank you for what you do.
No problem at all. Good luck with the process. 🙌🏽
Met you at the mini BX on Thursday thanks for being so nice and the kind words to us after our Tech school graduation! And thanks for asking for a picture we were hyped!🤣
Ayeee. Nice meeting y’all as well. Glad y’all came up and spoke. Always good to meet y’all. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Jody came back and now am back in my normal routine, PT's in the morning, ASVAB study in my daily plan....I may not be wearing the USAF uniform and also ineligible to join the USAF at the moment but I believe it's gonna happen someday soon by God's grace. Thanks, Jody, for always sharing some gem info about the military, specifically the AF. Jody is back,stay beautiful bababyeee😄🫡
I’m 24 with 3 years of college experience I didn’t finish because I couldn’t afford it anymore and for the last 2 years I’ve been feeling like a ship just floating through life working and supporting myself well enough. But I’ve been unfulfilled. For the past few months I’ve felt the itch of needing to get back on track. Thanks to your videos as well as a few others I’ve decided that I’m gonna join the AF. I don’t wanna look back on life when I’m older and wonder if I became all I could be. I thought I would be afraid but I feel such a peace that I can’t explain. I just want to say thank you for the content 🤝
AF is a great quality of life, infinitely better than all the other branches. You will not regret your decision.
Just passed the ASVAB waiting to go to meps. I watch your videos everyday really excited about becoming a future Airmen!!
Ayeee. Congrats and good luck on the rest of the process. I’m glad I could help. 🤙🏽
My son just graduated from high school and told me he wanted to join. I thought it was a great idea.. then he hit me with “if you join I’ll join” so here I am watching your videos thinking this may not be a bad idea lol.. but I’m on a time limit. I’m 39.. so I’ll be taking my test next month..
Ayeee, that’ll be awesome. I’m wishing y’all good luck. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
This was the most amazing thing I’ve read all year. I hope you both make it in! I wish my mom was like this with me.
This comment is so encouraging! Funny thing I took my son to a recruiter here in Maryland. I’m 40 and sold on joining. My son is not tho. I haven’t told my son yet getting a few things in order, but definitely joining before my cut off.
Ayeee. Let’s go. Im wishing you good luck on the journey. You got this. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
@@Jodywithawhy thank you 🙏 your vids help me greatly
Hey, Jody. I just wanted to say I appreciate your videos. I’m on my way to BMT here in the next couple of days and I’m rocked with nervousness. I have a big fear of failure, and while I know failure is a part of life, I struggle to shake the feeling. Your videos help quite a lot.
I think most people deal with the thought of failure. Acknowledging this helps a lot. Next you just set realistic goals you know you’re capable of accomplishing. Like be a good listener, and giving your all. Those are easy goals to reach, which will make everything else fall in line. Don’t overthink it. You got this. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
@@Jodywithawhy Thank you so much!
I'm in the process of trying to join, got a lot done, so far my next steps are losing weight and MEPS. Honestly I didn't consider going into the Air Force before I found your videos, thanks for the great advice. 🤞🤞🤞
No problem at all, and glad I could help. Good luck with the rest of your process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
" Honestly I didn't consider going into the Air Force before I found your videos" Take it from someone Army, the Air Force might not be for everybody but arguably if you can go Air Force instead of Army, go Air Force.
Easiest job ive ever had. Great video man!
Preciate you bro. Much love as always. 🤙🏽. Congrats too on everything you have going on. You’re crushing it man.
Got sworn in yesterday! Have been watching your videos a lot for advice/confidence to keep taking steps forward into the unknown! SF pft is next week! Wish me luck!
Congrats and good luck on the rest of your process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I am 26 years old now. I hope I can pass the ASVAB on October 30. so that my future will be better and to become a future airman too!
Ayeee. Good luck on the test. I hope everything works out for you. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
If I knew this information earlier I would’ve joined the military right out of HS at 18. I’m 28 now and am a business owner so I can’t complain but the knowledge, experience and benefits are really good.
Been watching your videos throughout my entire process! Lost 60 pounds to get qualified and just got a 92 on the ASVAB. So grateful for you brother!
Ayeeee. That’s awesome man. I’m so glad I could help, and big congrats on making it this far. Keep crushing it. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I’m 20 and I’m leaving for basic training October 3rd wish me luck
Ayyeee. Congrats and I’m wishing you good luck. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Going to my first base next Friday. Whiteman AFB in Missouri. Can’t wait for this journey 💪🏽
Whiteman??🤣🤣🤣 how’s that going?
In the U.S. Air Force, we're all striving for a mission greater than ourselves. But like in any environment, there can be whispers and labels. One you might hear? "Kiss ass." But let's realign our perspective.
Your career in the Air Force isn't about pleasing peers. It's about commitment to duty, dedication to excellence, and always pushing forward for the greater good. While it's natural to seek validation from those around you, remember: many of those peers won't be beside you throughout your entire journey. They won't be there at your retirement ceremony or when you look back on a career full of achievements.
Don't dim your dedication or mute your motivation for fear of what others might say. When you focus on impressing the mission and upholding our core values, the right people will take notice, and those who don't? They're simply not on your flight path.
Well said brother. Well said. 🤙🏽
Great video! Great comment. Great adviice.
Good vid Jody. You should do more reaction vids and more podcast. You’re good for education but also a good RUclipsr. You got a good personality and are fun to watch
You should also do some top 5 videos. Maybe too 5 bases or too 5 jobs.
Thanks for this. I can definitely make more reaction videos. The podcasts are a little harder to coordinate though. Maybe when I retire, I can have more time to start one. 🤙🏽
I've been watching you vids like crazy Jody. You've given me tons of insight with this process and have absolutely been a factor in solidifying my decision to embark on this journey. I can't wait to see what being a service member is like!
Im 37 years old never served but ive been considering the air force reserve for awhile now.
Look at the air national guard opportunities as well. Good luck bro.
@@Jodywithawhy will do thank you😃
@@andrewv5994 Get on it while you still have time. It won't hurt to get some cheap health insurance (even though you'd still have to pay because you're not active duty) and possibly training for a job you can use for a civilian job/career.
And while you would still have to deal with some bullshit like everywhere, and in the military, trust me when I say that overall you won't have to deal with quite the same degree of bullshit you'd have to do if you join Army, and really childish shit you wouldn't want to have to deal with as a grown ass man your age.
The recruiter I spoke with directed me to your content!!I’m a single mother and I am seriously considering joining the Air Force. I’m so nervous about signing up and feel like this is one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever considered. I’ll be looking through your videos to see if you speak about single parents and their lives in the military.
I don’t think I’ve made content on that. I did make a video for joining married or with dependents which details the benefits. It might help answer some questions, but probably not all. I hope this helps. ruclips.net/video/WU6mQ-ewLWY/видео.htmlsi=McGahJXFPiraeFj4
@@Jodywithawhy thank you! I watched it. It was definitely informative!
Took the Picat asvab after being out of school for 14years…. I got afqt 39 M 44 A 32 G 49 E 41. I am going to study to take the test at meps
Great tips Jody!
Thanks bro. 🙌🏽
Great work man, high value to the mission...keep Poppin em off...u good at this Holmes, 🤣🖤💛🖤 cav1...
Jody, just here to say thanks for all the helpful videos. Shipping out Dec. 19th!
Ayee. Congrats and good luck at basic. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I did 14 years in the Navy right out of high school. The hardest part is growing up in service. If you have trauma or were otherwise struggling emotionally, the military will bring all of that out, especially if you take up drinking. We didn't have mental health diagnoses like the current generation, so it took military life to bring it out. But if you are committed, the military will make you a better person all around. I've been out for 13 years and I still have some of the same habits like getting places early and cursing. Otherwise, take advantage of the benefits. Take classes, volunteer for leadership positions that will go on your resume later. Learn your job, and be a subject matter expert. It's not hard and is like any other job, except it's a fraternity that you will always be proud you joined. And make sure you document EVERYHING.
Jody!!! I got my D&TF meets coming up next month until I go to BMT this coming January or February
Ayeee. Congratulations on making it this far. Good luck on the rest of your process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Can we get a video on the process of joining the air force as a prior service. I'm joining and would like to know were do i go if not boot camp?
I’m 30 & my AF Guard recruiter said I need a 6 year contract for a VA loan. I already have my masters degree but I was told not to bother trying to go in as an officer due to seniority. 6 years seems like a long time
You can do a 90 day deployment to qualify for the loan.
@@Jodywithawhywith a 4 year contract? I didn’t know that. & she didn’t give me that as an option
Great advice.
I am 26 and would love to join but I am a type 2 diabetes taking metformin and faxiga, no insulin shots.
YESSIIRRR
Hey jody . I watched your videos months ago preparing myself for the airforce. Well now im at tech school for material management. I think i saw you but im not too sure lmao . Thank you!
You definitely might’ve saw me. Don’t be shy next time. 🤙🏽
I've seen Jody 2 times since I've been on the same base. He was busy both times, so I couldn't say hi
I’m 18 and looking to join in 2 months rn I’m just working on student for meps and asvab and hittin the gym to freshen up my body
Good luck on the process. Hope everything works out for you. 🙌🏽
Can you make a video on becoming an officer in the Air Force/ Space Force. I am interested in becoming an Space Force Officer
I’m actually in the process but something happened when I was 12 that was out of my control so I’m just waiting on my recruiter to see what his command wants next
Hopefully everything works out for you. Good luck with the process. 🙌🏽
Hey Jody! My recruiter recommended your channel to me and it has helped me a lot with the enlistment process. I might have to give up joining the Air Force since my eye consult didn’t go as well as I thought.
I was told that SG denied my vision waiver due to unspecified keratitis. My recruiter told me that they did not give me a reason to qualify. I don’t believe I have that, but I’m getting a second opinion from another optometrist. The optometrist told me keratitis isn’t permanent, so I shouldn’t be denied if it gets treated. Is it possible for me to get this waiver approved after being denied by SG? Do they normally approve waivers if the condition is treated?
That’s the only way they’ll approve your waiver. If you can prove your condition has 100% been corrected, you should be fine. They may want you to wait 6-12 months after the procedure but you should be fine when it’s time.
@@JodywithawhyThanks! I hope I don’t have it, but it’s reassuring to know I have a chance to submit new notes for treatment being done.
I get to my security guard post early
I’m just worried that I’m going to be disqualified from joining based on my medical history no matter how insignificant it may be
Saw this a while ago which explained my experience in the army What is it like being in the Army?
Oh I'm glad you asked. Imagine being told your group
of people have to eat this large pot of chicken broth in
an hour. Too easy right? And everyone is handed a
knife, a spoon, and a fork. And it's just chicken broth.
So your First Sergeant is so excited he grabs the fork
and starts eating. Then tells everyone else to do the
same. But you, only being a private but having had
experience eating broth before are like, "hey we
should use the spoons," but everyone else is like, "well
First Sergeant said use the fork." "But the spoon
makes more sense. Like that's exactly what it was
made for." And everyone continues to use the fork.
And when it's not working fast enough, someone
suggests you use a mallet. And you just look at the
group, then at the spoon, then back at the group, the
spoon, then you cry as you count down days until your
contract ends.
That is the Army
😳🥲
I'm 18 just graduated this summer and i'm goin Air Force. I wanna work on aircraft, preferably Special Missions Aviation
I’m wishing you good luck on the process and I hope the process goes well for you. 🙌🏽
That's cap.
There's nothing easy about being in the U.S Military.
I was in for 4 years (USN: 2013-2017) by the way.
If it was that easy nobody would get out and the military wouldn't have retention issues.
I’ve been in for almost 18 years. Doing these small little things makes it pretty easy for me.
@@Jodywithawhy It does work out well for some people but not others. In my experience in the Army, you can get good counselings just about all the time saying your appearance and work output is good....but if you have lousy leadership that doesn't care about you, even if they say your appearance and effort is good, they're not going to recommend you for the promotion board, which means you aren't going to advance in rank to be a NCO.
I just went through meps and apparently my hearing needs a waiver as well as my asthma from when I was younger so I’m scared I won’t make it in😭 does the Air Force decline hearing and asthma waivers a lot?
Is there a " hot jobs" list for Airforce? Like those jobs are always in need and needed to be filled ASAP? Need to be prepared for when my son goes to pick his job next week? TIA
I'm sure that just like in Army, cooks are probably always needed. Basically something that really sucks
Man im gonna start by saying tht you should've been more specific about what branch of the military these thing would be useful in. From someone who in the army most of these things make you sould like a blue falcon. The only thing i agree with is being in shape, being muscular and strong supercedes uniform and shaving. Hell if you got combat experience , even more. Uniforms dont matter in combat nor does shaving. Yes you need to look decent but not like you were talking about. Shaving as a poc is a none starter, especially in texas , your gonna shave and then have razor bunps tht are irritated by your own sweat , which also scar. You couldve offered an alternative , like a shaving profile from medical. We didnt get off until 7 or 9 , so neing 15 minutes early really wasnt a priority. Last but not least , never ever volunteer for anything. If you want brownie points tht bad , learn unarmed combat , excel in weapons training , memorize and practice using radio comms and combat life saving skills. Get broly asf and destroy the pt test. You will look good in all the things tht matter because all of the other soldiers are mid .
Does the AF pay for the hair cut?
Hey Jody! I would love some advice on how persistent I should be. I am trying to commission and I reached out via email to a recruiter about 10 days ago, I got a general reply providing some details and asking for some info, and I very quickly replied with the pre-screening application they requested (same day). I haven’t heard back, and I am wondering should I call the recruiter # I have and introduce myself, etc or should I wait for them to make contact? OR Any other advice you have for the process generally. I am 28 and have a real sense of urgency, but aware of the reality. Thank you for your videos you have added much value to my life already 🙏🏻
I recommend to always reach out. Text, call, email etc…do it all to let them know you’re serious and want to make this happen asap.
Jody, love the channel, thank you for your videos. Question, Can I join if I just found out my wife is pregnant. If so, Is there a way to confirm I can be back (or done with tech school) before she is getting close to delivering?
Yes you can join if your wife is pregnant. There’s no way to guarantee you’d be home before the delivery of the baby. But if the tech school is longer than 20 weeks, the Air Force gives you the option to have your family move to your tech school location. This video might help if you haven’t seen it already. ruclips.net/video/WU6mQ-ewLWY/видео.htmlsi=y4SXS2EzK766ykcz
I am 26 and im in school for surgical technology. I want to join the Air Force as an officer when I graduate. I would have a bachelor’s and associate’s degree. How is Officer Training School in this new day in time? Basic Training have me so nervous.
Any jobs you recommend that deal whit physical therapy /health ? I have a lot of college credits but not an associates. The recruiters in my area don’t really talk much and are very short. I’d really love some advice on this
I have been trying to enlist into the Air Guard. But I have been having a hard time with recruiters wanting to enlist me. Since I have mild scoliosis and would need a waiver. Do you have any tips?
Hey Jody! I have a question regarding trying to join the Air Force DEP as a senior in high school, as I know the Air Force is what I want to do right out of high school. Would I be able to talk to any recruiter in the area, or would I have to talk to the recruiter that is attached to my school?
I need your help to learn the Asvab
I made this video if you haven’t already watched it. It might help. ruclips.net/video/I-2NLvZ3PyE/видео.htmlsi=TWPOBnmRGmIV7PsJ
Got out the marines 2 years ago . Got my associates but tbh im not really feeling school its pretty boring not gonna lie . Is there a special transfer i have to do for the air force ?
What about tattoos jus a lil bit bigger than a inch? Would I have to get it removed? Or is there a wavier for that?
You’d have to have a recruiter and their leadership take a look at it. That’s the only way to truly know.
question i’m 21 i was introduced to it but i like where i am at but at the same time there’s a ghost with a question do i want to be somebody type shi so im like hmmm mentally prepared but not really there’s just some issue i wish i can discuss type beat.
I just passed the ASVAB and now I'm waiting on MEPs, what should I expect next and what should I do to best myself for my physical and basic training?
Congrats on passing MEPS. This video will explain what happens at MEPS. ruclips.net/video/YnFkeFzGqL4/видео.htmlsi=A_I1AD4ZXXAE7OMh
This one will explain what happens in the DEP. ruclips.net/video/_jpCGYs1Wtg/видео.htmlsi=pUft2xRCA4AmSkki
And this one will tell you about how to use the aimhigh app for workouts. ruclips.net/video/bTH74qo-Qp4/видео.htmlsi=_LosTlEN-eA0m5ti
@@JodywithawhyThank you
Hey I'm about to graduate high school this year. After my graduation, I'll do one more semester of school and finish my associates degree. So im looking to join in next spring roughly. I also have my private pilot license and have worked at an airplane service center for a year and a half. I know im not guaranteed my number one job in the Air Force, but I want to be a crew chief (preferably on fighters). What is the availability/chance of me getting this job? Thanks!
Becoming a crew chief is possible because it’s a job the Air Force is constantly hiring for. However, the chance of working on fighters will be your biggest hurdle.
@@Jodywithawhy Okay awesome! Yeah fighters would be awesome but when it comes to airframe I'd be down for whatever.
At meps when they do your background check but you already got a waiver for anything tin the past will u be questioned or disqualified even tho u have a waiver
If you’ve had the waiver approved for it, MEPS won’t worry about it.
I don't know how to drive , will it be difficult for me to get around if join air force or should I learn before joining
It will limit you on job opportunities if you don’t have a license. It will also create a burden on your coworkers to have to take you everywhere, unless your base has a good bus/transportation system. So I always recommend people get their license prior to joining.
@@Jodywithawhy I don't know how the Air Force works compared to the Army. I assume, possibly wrongly, that apparently, most people in the Air Force do not have to know how to drive a humvee or a LMTV to the field or drive around in the motor pool (I might be wrong, but I'm pretty sure most Air Force does not have to do that), so I don't know if not having a license in the Air Force would affect someone the same way it would in the Army when it comes to jobs.
But still you are definitely true about being a burden on coworkers to drive you around to different places on post and off.
Is there a chance I’ll be denied for a mild concussion I had ten years ago? Do I need a waiver or will they not even say anything at MEPS?
There’s always a chance you can be denied for any medical condition, but given the distance in time of the issue, you have a good shot. Everything ultimately depends on the medical records and the severity of concussion. I hope that helps.
I scored an 86 on my PICAT percentile. My recruiter told me I have a lot of options, but I’m worried about my high school performance. Growing up, I had a lot more than school to worry about and my grades suffered for it. Will this keep me from getting into the USAF even if I meet all other requirements for a new recruit?
they don't care about your highschool performance. At all. They care if you have any sort of criminal record, or major health issues. 86 is a great score, you will be able to get pretty much any job with that.
Can i join airforce even i have tattoo on my wrist?
Yes. As long as it’s not offensive and doesn’t pass the break from your wrist to your hand.
@@Jodywithawhy thank you! this is so helpful bro, hope to meet you someday when i’m in AF ✈️
5 likes and ill go talk to a recruiter!
Do it for a heart. lol.
Outside of doing convoys with the Army for 2yrs in Iraq, the Air Force was hands down the easiest job I ever had 🤷🏿♂️.. got btz, made staff first time, got bachelor's while in, pretty much became rich afterwards, etc...the military in general is a lick, especially for ppl like me who didn't really have anything else going on
I had to look up what "btz" and found it means "below the zone" and is an air force thing. "Outside of doing convoys with the Army for 2yrs in Iraq, "
Yeah convoys are something else I hadn't thought about that apparently most people in the Air Force don't do, that the Army does. Yeah we do some long boring convoys in Army going like 30 miles an hour.
It makes me mad as hell when we are leaving the field after having been in the field for two or three weeks and we are just filthy and can't wait to go back to the rear (garrison), get out of our uniforms, and clean our butts. The last time I was in the field at 101st Fort Campbell, on our last day we were actually threatened that if we weren't camouflaged "enough", our convoy would be forced to turn around and go back to the field as a punishment. I don't know if that actually happened to any of us though. But damn you when you say going on a convoy with Army is the worst thing you've had to do in the Air Force. Damn Air Force.
@@golfery5119 You're talkin about 2 weeks in the field. I'm talkin about 2 years down range, outside the wire...
@@goodassjob_ what was your AFSC that you were doing patrols with combat arms Army for all that time?
@@golfery5119 2T1, same as 88M in army
Just Google "combat truckers air force", and the first article that pops up tells you enough about our unit.
I have a non related question. If I just got my first duty station. How long will it take for me to be able to go to a different base over seas. What I'm seeing online is if I'm trying to got to a different state in the US it is 36 months and if I'm trying to go overseas the minimum time is 12 to be at current duty station.
You’re reading right, however I’ve seen it even sooner than 12 months on very few occasions.