Looking for an edge taking your advancement exam? Here are five methods to try, that’ll help get you working smarter, not harder. 1. Take more breaks: Respecting our natural attention spans. In Stephen Covey’s “7 habits” he ends with taking more breaks but I include it as a starting point because I think it is clearly the … Continue reading
With Fall Cycle 224 advancement exams starting in just a month, and for those hoping to earn a crow or put on your next petty officer chevron, it’s time to hit the books. Success starts with doing the right prep. For me, I hated the idea of wasting my time studying the wrong information, so … Continue reading
The exams are fast approaching, and if you’re just getting started on your studying it may seem like an impossible challenge, and a pointless effort… but there’s still time. Maybe, just maybe, that little bit of effort can mean the difference between advancing and being painfully not surprised that you have … Continue reading
Preparing for your advancement exam can seem overwhelming. Although there are many resources available, there is no quick way to prepare for your exam. Most importantly, you should not wait until the last-minute to gather your materials and begin studying. The following information is geared toward helping you develop a study plan that will make … Continue reading
The September examination is around the corner there are some important things to remember for this cycle 224. -Evaluations. Recommended candidates must have a performance mark average (PMA) in the current pay grade to take the advancement examination. ONLY CURRENT PAY GRADE EVALUATIONS WILL BE USED. EVALUATION PAY GRADE PERIOD FOR EXAMINATION PMA E-3 01 JAN … Continue reading
Procrastination. For all too long this one word, this state of being, has been my bugaboo. I know it’s a bad habit, but I feel this inexplicable sense of pride in my ability to pull it all off. It’s an art really, no big deal. Unfortunately for me, and the many like me, results don’t favor our … Continue reading
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