AFSPECWAR Recruiting Commander, Lt Col Steve Cooper

[@giginumber1fann]

These weekly episodes are changing my life.

[@Silver_State_Superduty]

Thank you guys! As an active duty Corpsman (like 4N1) with 14months left on my contract, Iv decided I will be going to talk with AFSW about PJ

[@stancelegendz7531]

Can you guys bring back Gavin or someone from the Reserve side of the house; if possible a CCT or SR from the 123rd? There’s not much updated info on the process since there’s been a couple of changes as far as the afspecwar side of the house within the past year alone. @onesready

[@reggiefranc9920]

I agree 100% with you, can we have more reserve guys or ANG that are in the CCT, and SR communities. It’d be very helpful @onesready

[@sammossbeck5250]

I need to stop staying up late enough to be early...

[@insightthruexperience]

Great job Coop. Loved the thoughts and the leader you have evolved into. Also loved the Kiwi and HAHO OTC stories! DD

[@stevencooper6264]

Thank you, I hope I did us justice. I wish I could have done the interview from my office at work, but I had to come home to take care of my kids. I had to lock myself in my bedroom and control the mic and volume so you couldn't hear them. Ha, everything is a selection event. -CX

[@Mike-il6pt]

Great episode with Lt Col Cooper! Leadership and recruitment had this episode full of great advice.

[@johcaone]

Whole video was great in being realistically informative. Particularily liked pool training mantra info at about 31:36 thru 34:38.

[@sarahkanuk1678]

Love these videos! I was wondering how I might go about speaking with a special warfare recruiter from outside the U.S? I’m an American citizen, but I don’t live in the states and so I don’t have a US number, and it seems most forms to request a recruiter require one

[@feREXtheBLUE]

Have yall ever seen someone or know someone that was prior enlisted and had to waive an RE code 3? I'm very curious about the process as I'm about to throw my full weight into getting this done.

[@We.Are.The.Church]

Awesome show

[@BrothersBandChannel]

I am a business/analytics grad from college (24 years old) with no prior military experience. I know I can sign a contract to have a chance of becoming a CRO but personally believe to be a great CRO it’s best to experience work as a PJ. If I make it to becoming a PJ, would I have to complete my 4 years as a PJ before becoming a CRO? Thanks. Killer podcast btw.

[@davidtran4450]

I ran with Lt Col Cooper at a track development. I been trying to enlist for 8 years and my past numbers look good. It has been very difficult for me because of my past when I was a juvenile but I have not quit. Any advice?

[@stevencooper6264]

Advice: Join, if you have a passing PAST what is holding you back? Write down your goals--today. If you write them down you are statistically 60% more likely to achieve them, then if you do not write them down. If you write a page worth of thoughts down today, what you wrote will be the thing(s) you thought the most about this entire month. Looking forward to seeing you enlist -CX

[@davidtran4450]

@@stevencooper6264 Copy that Lt Col Cooper! I'm crushing the PAST with outstanding numbers and am currently working with Sgt Moreno. Hope to see you again Sir, Thank you.

[@davidtran4450]

@@stevencooper6264 I just want to say one more thing we(candidates) really appreciate you coming down to crush us at the development and I couldn't be more grateful for Sgt Moreno and TSgt Edward for taking a chance on me and for all the support in helping me accomplish this dream.

[@esco7500]

@@davidtran4450 Good Luck Bro! I’m Right Behind You. Plan On Enlisting In A Month. 💯

[@takenomorimonster]

Covid is a wall for my son, in japan but has to wait for covid restrictions to lighten to test in Guam

[@stevencooper6264]

Please e-mail [e-mail]. There is a chance your son can test at the Special Tactics Squadron or the Rescue Squadron on Okinawa. We have done that for overseas applicants in the past. I cannot promise anything but we won't know unless we ask the question. Best of luck to him. -CX

[@takenomorimonster]

@@stevencooper6264 thanks for the info/heads up

[@NEPTUNE8860]

What about Special Missions Aviator whom do you talk to about that?

[@stevencooper6264]

Go to airforce.com, select "apply" at the top (this does not contractually bind you) and fill in your information. From there, you will be linked to a recruiter nearest your location and you can ask him/her directly. -CX

[@estebanalvarez4792]

Do folks going ANG do you also get vector? If so is that based off the base you are going to be working out of?

[@stevencooper6264]

That depends on several factors. Go to airforce.com, select "apply" (it will not contractually bind you) fill out your information, your interest in AFSPECWAR, and you'll be connected to a recruiter. Once the recruiter understands your specifics, we can accurately answer your questions. -CX

[@kennethalfastsen4656]

Your show is great but today's episode was a cruel coincidence. My son started BMT in February. He just phoned to inform me that the Air Force has changed the eyesight requirement and he no longer qualifies for PJ or CCT. It would have been better if the recruiter had know this was coming. PJ is my son's goal and now that its been taken from him before he started. I'm beyond disappointed that he was put in this position. Sorry to vent. I use your shows to stay connected to my son's journey and understand the process.

[@bryson571]

Has he thought about something like prk eye surgery? I had it done because my vision isnt up to the standards. I've done this recently and its a year recovery period (for the military) afterward. Might be worth looking into!

[@kennethalfastsen4656]

Thanks for the info

[@redzen5149]

Tell your son not to Quit! I know a dude who had a cyst on his heart, had surgery and still became a seal in the navy. It’s just bs obstacle he has to overcome if he wants it bad enough.

[@kennethalfastsen4656]

@@redzen5149 he won't quit. I sent a letter today telling him to be the best in his flight. Then they'll know what he's made of

[@kasthegreat4883]

6'3 145 🤯

[@Kagamunde]

What degree did Lt Col Cooper study to become an STO and what does he recommend? +Steven Cooper

[@stevencooper6264]

There is no specific major you must have to be a STO/CTO/TACPO. I studied military history at the Air Force Academy because it genuinely interested me, is directly applicable to my profession, and if we do not learn from our history, we will be doomed to repeat the negative parts of it. After becoming a STO I garnered 2 x masters degrees, leadership & war studies. I recommend you pick something that you are passionate about and that will hold your interest. I also recommend you be a life-long learner, think critically, and keep an open mind...but not so open that your brain falls out. Good luck. -CX

[@Kagamunde]

@@stevencooper6264 Thank you for the reply sir!

[@justelynnnjoelle]

LEZZZZZZ FREAKIN GOOOOOOOOOOO

[@goonhoona8186]

I look forward to seeing this comment almost as much as I look forward to the episode lol

[@justelynnnjoelle]

@@goonhoona8186 ahahaha, I had to make it a thing after the 7th episode. Glad you think so 😂

[@Hatandclogs4334]

I feel like your talking to me.

[@redzen5149]

SR flag is legit