You are my inspiration I'm trying to get into the Air Force right now and I have been studying almost all your videos, you are who I want to become you are an amazing person and I hope you never stop helping people how you helped me thank you!
I as a Staff Sergeant had an airman that was difficult! We went before the commander as the airman was up for promotion to Sergeant E-4. The commander had a box of negative paperwork that I was not aware of, however I still stood behind the airman, the commander decided to promote him after informing me if this screws up you Sergeant will be loosing a stripe, am I clear?? Before I discharged I asked the now Sergeant what changed him, he said You, You stood behind me and believed in me to do the job, a 100% turn around!!!
Just made btz myself, volunteered for a few things. Learned a machine in the shop that very few people know how to run. Kept a unique personality and attitude that stood out to people. Went up against one of my buddies who has a degree when I don’t, so everyone was expecting him to get it over me. Exact opposite happened and now people are mad at me and saying that I don’t deserve it over him. Spoke to the board members and they said I stood out among the rest when I went up to the board. Bottom line is set yourself apart from the rest and keep a good work ethic. show humility and professionalism and you have a good shot at btz. And don’t let anyone tell you that you need college or you need to be a people pleaser or kiss ass to get it because that’s what I thought and I proved everyone wrong and I’m damn proud of myself. And when you go up to the board be yourself and don’t over think it.
Thank you for this! When you say "go up to the board" what exactly do you mean? Is there an actual sit down interview that takes place and you speak with them?
You gave everyone the advice they need. If you are dedicated to the mission, your superiors will notice, and that will get your promoted. Get educated, and do everything with a smile, even if it sucks. That's how you move up.
You are a great inspiration for me!! I’m about to enlist in the Air National Guard and your videos are really helping me a lot. I completely agree with doing the work and bustin your butt no matter how crappy your Job is!! Just suck up the suck and GET IT DONE!
As far as standing out, what would be worth noticing per their standards? Like hobbies? Volunteerism? Ex. I’m in weightlifting/ powerlifting as a hobby and I have had a history of volunteering
You can retire at 20 years from the air force as an E5 (Staff Sergeant). I retired as an E7 (Master Sergeant) but retiring as an E5 is frowned upon by colleagues because that shows that the person didn't studied hard enough and just wanted to retire and didn't want to make it to the next rank of E6 which is more suitable. In my days taking the test for E6 was a little tougher than what I expected. I retired in 1997.
@@frankcastle9691 It worked for you. Great. I spend 8 years only a E-4. So I got out. But I love the Air Force. My last commander couldn't believe I wasn't promoted to s/sgt. He wanted me to reenlisted. The Air Force by pass me many times. I could go on.
Don't work for people who think they have to hold down the "inflation rate on EPRs " so they ding you. Start studying for the next stripe the day you make the rank you now have. Take the 5 and 7 level courses early through the Education office. The Clothing supply store used to sell study guides with mock questions. Buy them and use them. Future attorneys use something similar. Read the breakdown on promotions the AF times runs. If some person is talking about promotions, attend and take notes. Validate what this person says against what you know. some people will lie. Very common with full colonels who used to hold officers OPRs back in the 70s and into the 80s.
Yes, care (and show you care) about your job, do what's told of you better than the rest, but, even if you're the star Airman, and everyone knows it, be ready for the unexpected. There's perhaps nothing more disappointing than earning a promotion and getting passed over because of, well, let's just call it politics; this happens in civilian life as well as in the military. Whether you choose to stay in the military or move on to a civilian job, be ready for the nasty beast called politics because it's real, and it could happen to you. The good news is political injustices are the exception and not the rule, but should it occur in your life, just be prepared to take the hit (do not complain!), let it go, move on, and keep aiming high -eventually, you will succeed.
I just found your videos and dude you’re awesome and very informative! I want to join by the end of the year but I’m working out so i can get within the weight range.
Hey man love your videos, I was wondering if you have any information on OTS, I already have a Bachelor degree and looking to enlist in the air force, but I am stringly considering going to reserve. Can I still go to OTS? or no? Thanks, man Keep the good Work. Thank you for Serving
@@brandicowan4509 if you have a bachelor's and enlist, you can skip E-1 and e-2 and come in with E-3. (after basic) if you commission, you'll start at 2nd Lieutenant.
Hey Matrin question. Im a single dad that wants to join the force. My parents have guardianship of my daughter (i willing sighed it so the could help me when i became single) and i want to know how that effects on where im stationed. i understand if i have to live in a different state. Also how do recruiters react to this. basically im asking is do you or someone you know on any advise on joining the air force as a single parent?
Nathan Hobaica this is a tricky question, so honestly it can be good for personal stability and finances, however family may be harder especially if you have guardianship on your side. So it’s doable but it’ll still be a strain
Dude, if you are attempting to stay close to home, Parents or a child, sure as Heck DON'T join the Air Force!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Or, you could get out and make three times the money of even a Chief Master Sergeant! One year after leaving the Air Force I was making well over a six figure job. Just something to consider before you allow the Air Force to warp your mind with BS!
@@twentysecondcenturywoman When I was in the Air Force my Career field was Bioenvironmental Engineering (4B071). I completed my B.S. Degree in both Environmental Engineering and Human Resource Management. I had three jobs lined up before I exited the Air Force. The Environmental Field is hot right now, just like Nursing. It is pretty easy to sign on with large cities or Federal Contract Companies that are willing to pay six figure salaries, but you must put in the education time. Too many spend time studying to gain a stripe and a couple hundred dollars a month. To me, that was thinking small. Refocus on your educational requirements. There are few good paying jobs in the civilian world that does not require at least a B.S. or B.A. degree. Most require a Master's Degree. Hope this helps.
So I should start a channel and go with it. Lol People look at action I get it but I would not use technology to advance my career and get promoted. Not saying you're a bad guy and that this is totally wrong way but I would do somethings different
jerry motino that depends greatly on what you want to do. If you don’t want to commission, then no. It’s not necessary at all but it can help you make rank faster
It's harder to get a commission. If you don't have a STEM degree, you pretty much don't have a chance. Go enlisted first if you want to go officer. If you excel at your job, earn awards, demonstrate good leadership, get good evals, that will carry a lot if weight in getting selected for commissioning to where they will over look some of your deficiencies on your application to OTS.
You are my inspiration I'm trying to get into the Air Force right now and I have been studying almost all your videos, you are who I want to become you are an amazing person and I hope you never stop helping people how you helped me thank you!
David Ragle you made my day thank you! ❤️
Martin Productions i am going to try getting a shirt as soon as I get some money! So don't sell out!
David Ragle don’t worry! My merchandise always re ups. So it’ll always be available
Martin Productions it's honestly so cool that I got to talk to you! Thank you for replying!
David Ragle I’ll always be available, I’m here for all my fans!
I as a Staff Sergeant had an airman that was difficult! We went before the commander as the airman was up for promotion to Sergeant E-4. The commander had a box of negative paperwork that I was not aware of, however I still stood behind the airman, the commander decided to promote him after informing me if this screws up you Sergeant will be loosing a stripe, am I clear?? Before I discharged I asked the now Sergeant what changed him, he said You, You stood behind me and believed in me to do the job, a 100% turn around!!!
Just made btz myself, volunteered for a few things. Learned a machine in the shop that very few people know how to run. Kept a unique personality and attitude that stood out to people. Went up against one of my buddies who has a degree when I don’t, so everyone was expecting him to get it over me. Exact opposite happened and now people are mad at me and saying that I don’t deserve it over him. Spoke to the board members and they said I stood out among the rest when I went up to the board. Bottom line is set yourself apart from the rest and keep a good work ethic. show humility and professionalism and you have a good shot at btz. And don’t let anyone tell you that you need college or you need to be a people pleaser or kiss ass to get it because that’s what I thought and I proved everyone wrong and I’m damn proud of myself. And when you go up to the board be yourself and don’t over think it.
Vaughn Santiago wow! Thanks for the morale boost ! What should one do fresh out of tech to kick start it?
Thank you for this! When you say "go up to the board" what exactly do you mean? Is there an actual sit down interview that takes place and you speak with them?
You gave everyone the advice they need. If you are dedicated to the mission, your superiors will notice, and that will get your promoted. Get educated, and do everything with a smile, even if it sucks. That's how you move up.
Bullshit.
“To be a leader you have to be a good follower”
You are a great inspiration for me!! I’m about to enlist in the Air National Guard and your videos are really helping me a lot. I completely agree with doing the work and bustin your butt no matter how crappy your Job is!! Just suck up the suck and GET IT DONE!
Im enlisting in the USAF right now as an e-2 because im an Eagle Scout.
Good for you bro
As far as standing out, what would be worth noticing per their standards? Like hobbies? Volunteerism?
Ex. I’m in weightlifting/ powerlifting as a hobby and I have had a history of volunteering
You can retire at 20 years from the air force as an E5 (Staff Sergeant). I retired as an E7 (Master Sergeant) but retiring as an E5 is frowned upon by colleagues because that shows that the person didn't studied hard enough and just wanted to retire and didn't want to make it to the next rank of E6 which is more suitable. In my days taking the test for E6 was a little tougher than what I expected. I retired in 1997.
You don't get promoted past ssgt unless you're in a very technical field. Or you work with high ranking officers to brown nose.
@@frankcastle9691 No brown nosing here. Just pass the test and hope you make the cut off for your career field for the amount of ranks they needed.
@@meljenkins1016 doesnt work that way.
@@frankcastle9691 It worked for you. Great. I spend 8 years only a E-4. So I got out. But I love the Air Force. My last commander couldn't believe I wasn't promoted to s/sgt. He wanted me to reenlisted. The Air Force by pass me many times. I could go on.
@@edwardvelez6764 I was only e3 and I hated communism, and I mean the military.
You can do everything right and still not get BTZ, so don't sweat it
Grow a Hitter mustache, that shows your boss dedication.
Dedication to getting reamed maybe.
@@TmanT321 If it's in regs, I doubt his boss would say anything.
NINE, NINE, NINE, NINE!!!
Thanks for the tips. What's your job in the AF btw?
Love the dbz shirt man
Moctezuma M Thank you! I own a lot of them
only reason i clicked lol
This is the most USAF videk i have ever seen
“Don’t chase stripes” very powerful 💥
The merch is fire I will cop a shirt soon
Payne oh yes 🔥
Don't work for people who think they have to hold down the "inflation rate on EPRs " so they ding you. Start studying for the next stripe the day you make the rank you now have. Take the 5 and 7 level courses early through the Education office. The Clothing supply store used to sell study guides with mock questions. Buy them and use them. Future attorneys use something similar. Read the breakdown on promotions the AF times runs. If some person is talking about promotions, attend and take notes. Validate what this person says against what you know. some people will lie. Very common with full colonels who used to hold officers OPRs back in the 70s and into the 80s.
Yes, care (and show you care) about your job, do what's told of you better than the rest, but, even if you're the star Airman, and everyone knows it, be ready for the unexpected. There's perhaps nothing more disappointing than earning a promotion and getting passed over because of, well, let's just call it politics; this happens in civilian life as well as in the military. Whether you choose to stay in the military or move on to a civilian job, be ready for the nasty beast called politics because it's real, and it could happen to you. The good news is political injustices are the exception and not the rule, but should it occur in your life, just be prepared to take the hit (do not complain!), let it go, move on, and keep aiming high -eventually, you will succeed.
Can you wear those dark tinted glasses while on duty? Assuming they’re prescribed
@@Jake-be9ji Yes. When not in basic training or in an official formation
I'm in AFJROTC so I'll enlist as an E3
Same
You look super familiar...did I teach you in Goodfellow?
TheCrampus guess that depends on who you are
@@MartinProductions That's a yes...Hope all is going well, you're making rank so it must be going well! Keep rocking.
Would I be a E3 if I did 3 years of Jrotc ??
Yep
Yes, you could, but even at E-3 you'll still be on the bottom of who gives a Fu(k.
i start as an e3 for 6 months of military school
You should do a video on how to dress up really quick
MuSick just might!
Martin Productions Thank you Sir
How old were you when you entered the airforce?
I’m from Puerto Rico and one semester away to finish my bachelors. I would really love to join the Air Force.
Im from PR too, did you join?
@@StrawYeri te uniste tu
@@VictorMartinez-rc8zu si ya llevo 9 meses
@@StrawYeri yo me voy el 13
@@VictorMartinez-rc8zu buena suerte, no está tan difícil
Thank you for your service
Bro your voice went through puberty so many times in this video
We need a life update. what have you been doing?
What’s your mos, and would u suggest security forces
Kryptonic Tube I don’t talk about my job, and it depends greatly on you
Martin Productions ooh you a JTAC huh or a CCT or a pararescuemen u special forces
Kryptonic Tube haha no I am not special forces
I’m gay Tube lmaoo 😂
Everybody hates security forces. If you wanna check IDs at the gate for 12 hours join security forces.
I just found your videos and dude you’re awesome and very informative! I want to join by the end of the year but I’m working out so i can get within the weight range.
That’s quite a hefty promise! Think you could keep it?
You should do a video of how to wear the service coat and tie
CartmansFat98 I was thinking about that
Martin Productions cool
When will you do it?
What’s your afsc? Do you like it? If you could pick another would you?
{ TheyCallmeDomy } I don’t give out my job, but I do like it and I wouldn’t pick another one
sheet metal if i had to guess
Hey man love your videos, I was wondering if you have any information on OTS, I already have a Bachelor degree and looking to enlist in the air force, but I am stringly considering going to reserve. Can I still go to OTS? or no? Thanks, man Keep the good Work. Thank you for Serving
Jose Ascencio Yes, if you have a 4year degree join OTS or ROTC!
What's the highest rank you can go in with a bachelor's degree?
@@brandicowan4509 if you have a bachelor's and enlist, you can skip E-1 and e-2 and come in with E-3. (after basic)
if you commission, you'll start at 2nd Lieutenant.
Hey Matrin question. Im a single dad that wants to join the force. My parents have guardianship of my daughter (i willing sighed it so the could help me when i became single) and i want to know how that effects on where im stationed. i understand if i have to live in a different state. Also how do recruiters react to this. basically im asking is do you or someone you know on any advise on joining the air force as a single parent?
Nathan Hobaica this is a tricky question, so honestly it can be good for personal stability and finances, however family may be harder especially if you have guardianship on your side. So it’s doable but it’ll still be a strain
Martin Productions I appreciate your input. Keep up the videos!
Dude, if you are attempting to stay close to home, Parents or a child, sure as Heck DON'T join the Air Force!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can you get promoted during tech school?
Phaedra Yael yes
It would just be the normal rank up from Airman Basic to Airman. (E-1 to E-2) also depends on how long your tech school is
I just went from airman to staff sergeant in afjrotc
Great video.
You only get promoted if you're in a very technical and difficult job. Otherwise its ssgt for 20 years.
Once you're in Tech-School, how does one get into the Air Force Academy ?
When did he get a sleeve?
Amanda Edwards only for a little. I’m finishing it March 23rd
Whats the chances of someone getting in with a bachelors degree but a dui.
logan hudson you need a Moral Waiver
@@MartinProductions is a moral wavior worse than a standard one. I blew a .081 just curious.
What is you MOS
Or, you could get out and make three times the money of even a Chief Master Sergeant! One year after leaving the Air Force I was making well over a six figure job. Just something to consider before you allow the Air Force to warp your mind with BS!
Doing what?
@@twentysecondcenturywoman When I was in the Air Force my Career field was Bioenvironmental Engineering (4B071). I completed my B.S. Degree in both Environmental Engineering and Human Resource Management. I had three jobs lined up before I exited the Air Force. The Environmental Field is hot right now, just like Nursing. It is pretty easy to sign on with large cities or Federal Contract Companies that are willing to pay six figure salaries, but you must put in the education time. Too many spend time studying to gain a stripe and a couple hundred dollars a month. To me, that was thinking small. Refocus on your educational requirements. There are few good paying jobs in the civilian world that does not require at least a B.S. or B.A. degree. Most require a Master's Degree. Hope this helps.
So I should start a channel and go with it. Lol
People look at action I get it but I would not use technology to advance my career and get promoted. Not saying you're a bad guy and that this is totally wrong way but I would do somethings different
I hate the word nonsense. 2:03
I mean, ok?
Should you go to college before joining the military?
jerry motino that depends greatly on what you want to do. If you don’t want to commission, then no. It’s not necessary at all but it can help you make rank faster
Did you go to college before joining ?
jerry motino no I did not
It's harder to get a commission. If you don't have a STEM degree, you pretty much don't have a chance. Go enlisted first if you want to go officer. If you excel at your job, earn awards, demonstrate good leadership, get good evals, that will carry a lot if weight in getting selected for commissioning to where they will over look some of your deficiencies on your application to OTS.
@@nordythenorthman thank you for this.
Hi Martin! Awesome and informative video as always. Can I get your email? I would like to ask a personal military question. Thank you so much 😊
K D martinprodbusiness@gmail.com
Waste ten mins
Martin post more
Druni Drone I’m trying! Lol
Upload more and whats your job and iam 15 thinking about joining
CARBON WOLF I don’t talk about my job
Martin Productions oh sorry man
did u ever join
First!
2nd