Top Strategy to Pass the Army Promotion Board

The Two Minute Drill is a scripted play designed to increase confidence, establish an excellent first impression, and pave the way for you to earn your promotable status and get promoted to Sergeant or Staff Sergeant now. If you're competing in a Best Warrior or Soldier of the Month Board, this same strategy will garnish wins as well!
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[@frederickmillar1148]

Hello 1st Sergeant. I got a go in the board the other day. I know you don't know me but I've been watching your videos for a few months now. So I feel like I know you on a personal level and I consider you a mentor. I've probably watched all your videos 3x over. Not only that but I printed your free PDFs and memorized them. I did everything you recommended from the 2 minute drill to eating the book. You changed my way of thinking and helped me understand the regs. At the end of my board I left and my sponsor spoke to the board. Afterwards my sponsors came out and her words to me were: "you blew them away." I can't thank you enough Top! I hope we cross paths in our careers! As long as you keep making videos I'll keep watching!

[@BillStoker]

That’s so awesome to hear brother! Your hard work and dedication paid off and I’m glad the board members took the opportunity to make sure they let you know they appreciated it! I know I do!! We need more Soldiers like you! Keep Grinding!

[@ianstull5384]

Hey 1SG thank you so much for your videos I was able to become promotable today when I passed the board, this last year has been rough I got a field grade article 15 and sustained a couple of injuries. However I was able to rebound and now hopefully be an NCO that can be an outstanding leader for my subordinates

[@blizzyblue2396]

I have done 4 BWC boards and I completely agree with this. Thank you for making this for us newer soldiers who are taking up those new positions. Being able to take time out of your day to help perfect your soldiers stands true to the creed of non commissioned officers. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@williampruss6496]

Years ago, a certain SSG Stoker picked me up from the inprocessing center at FT Hood. Just became a SGT(P) today, and these videos have helped immensely. Thanks for everything you do Top!

[@BillStoker]

Oh heck yeah! It’s been a while - hope all is well brother!

[@Claudia-sr1bv]

Thank you for creating this channel! Your dedication and knowledge is really useful. I practiced the 2 minute drill and I got my P status today!

[@eliwoods9430]

I’m a Spc studying for the board coming up, found your video and it made me want to watch more. Appreciate them a lot 1SG, thank you.

[@yvngfry3580]

Just thinking about the board makes me nervous 😬

[@waldo444]

1SG got my P status today for SSG! Thanks for all your videos it helps me a lot to study and knock out the 2 minute drill flawlessly . Although didn’t won the NCO Board competition last week but it gave me more confidence for my promotion board. I’ll make sure my Soldiers and battles subscribe on you for them to prepare for Board. 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@BillStoker]

Congrats!!

[@coreymcclanahan4556]

Found out last week I am representing our BN for BWC in 2 weeks 😔😔 I have just became an NCO in the last 6 months and this is all brand new for me and you are by far the best tool in my kit bag. Thank you for all the help

[@BillStoker]

You got this!!

[@sharonmartino2835]

Watching your videos since im going to my promotion board for e5 next week while im on deployment

[@TMMLuve]

Thanks to you 1SG I was able to achieve my promotable status to become a SSG today in Korea!! Keep up the good content, I’ll be continuously watching!

[@BillStoker]

OUTSTANDING!!

[@basamortua8791]

Ayyyy 1SG from Roswell, here from Artesia. Thanks for what you do and representing our home state in a professional manner.

[@BillStoker]

Hell yeah brother!

[@sanghyunkwon7589]

Thank you for your videos. I passed my board yesterday!!

[@BillStoker]

AWESOME!!!

[@jasonlukette5195]

Thank you sooooo much for this video!!!! I went to the promotion board last Tuesday and I was extremely nervous when I went! However, I turned this video on for last minute studying and I literally became calm and confident and I went in there and nailed it !!!!!!!! I’m telling you man ! I’ve watched ALL of your videos that touch heavy on preparation or questions on the promotion board!!!! You’ve helped me tremendously!!!! I don’t know how to thank you enough but you did! I walked out of that room with my P Status! Thank you so much First Sergeant lol! Forever grateful and thankful!

[@BillStoker]

Congrats!!

[@uraiajaayy396]

First Sergeant! Thank you so much for all of your videos. I just got my P stat because of your tips and guidance. #getstoked

[@BillStoker]

Congrats!!

[@5boysandamom]

Thank you for this content! I am a mom of a national guard soldier. He took BLC online because of covid. He wishes he would have been able to take it in a classroom. He is now waiting for a slot to open. I'm told that national guard doesn't go before a board....at least for E5. I do share your videos with him.

[@BillStoker]

Awesome! I’m sure your very proud of him. All the best to you and yours. 🇺🇸

[@BIGDOGGY507]

Thank you. I had my mock board today and I was complete trash. I’m not really good at this.

[@briannajones3120]

Im in ait currently, i want to go for soldier of the month and EO. I have to present myself soon In front of a board if i really want this, and im brand new. I don’t feel disciplined enough. I feel sloppy. 😭

[@firedawg2240]

USAREC Board 1SG!! The young 79’s want your leadership as well! Mission Command (UTC 5-01) Intelligence (UTC 5-02) Influencing and Interviewing (UTC 5-03.2) Lead Future Soldiers (UTC 5-03.5) Recruiting (UM 3) Recruiting Operations (UM 3-0) Regular Army and Army Reserve Enlistment Program (AR 601-210)

[@BillStoker]

Heck yes!!

[@ArtXV-]

I was rehearsing my bio in my head when you said to and the same time you started saying yours and we both said April 3rd. yup im a fan girl now

[@BillStoker]

Awesome! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@ArtXV-]

@@BillStoker update, im promotable now

[@kermorin715]

Bigger problem is getting sent to the board. 😂 I've been a SGT for about 3 years with 4 good NCOERs and at best would get an oh you are going xxx month and then have them change it on me to another month. I'd get reasons like "oh you haven't been with us long enough", or "you have a lot of issues going on right now.", or "oh I thought you already had your P status."

[@BillStoker]

Oh man! Hope your able to get recommended soon!

[@kermorin715]

@@BillStoker Unfortunately it appears it will never happen now seeing I'm waiting on a DD214 now 😂

[@johnathonbrookman2149]

Your videos are outstanding 1SG, it has helped me more than you can imagine. I have told all my NCOs and peers about you. You are well known in the 92nd Military Police Company. Hopefully one day I will see you at JBLM

[@BillStoker]

Right on, I’ll be here!

[@redbullasdf]

I go to the board tomorrow for SSG.

[@BillStoker]

Kill it!

[@runnels6]

I was informed that I'll be going to the promotion board but I only until next week to prepare. I am worried about not knowing the material I need to know. Going to the board is something that I haven't put alot of prep for because I wasn't expecting to go anytime soon. I have practiced my bio and have it mostly down but I am having issues with reciting the NCO Creed in front of individuals. I have the words but can't seem to keep them in order. Any suggestions to assist in my situation.

[@BillStoker]

Just gotta keep saying it. Mock Boards are critical - even if it's only your team chief or a battle buddy. You got this!

[@Josiah213]

Thanks for the content top.. I won my SAMC board because of you. Now I have the NCOY coming this October. Do you mind sending me your email so we can communicate?

[@BillStoker]

Congrats amigo! [e-mail]

[@gerardzak316]

1 Sergeant going to the chair you said not to turn your back on the board. What would be the most professional way to get to the chair?

[@BillStoker]

Get into the room before the board starts and do a rehearsal that makes sense on the layout. You can also talk to the board recorder as well. Worst case, move with confidence and if corrected by the board - don’t lose your bearing.

[@gerardzak316]

@@BillStoker 1 Sgt I was put on Soldier of the Quarter for my first board and I won it! Thanks for your videos! I'll continue to work and watch your videos!

[@gerardzak316]

I just earned my P-Status today! Thanks again 1SG. I'm going to soldier of the year next!