Why you should join the Army AFTER college

[@ejhin5]

Wow this video came at a great time for me! I am actually in a very similar situation. I messed up at my first university and had to go to community college and then ended up transferring to another university. Always loved the military because of my dad and ended up joining ROTC. I'm 24 now and most of my friends are graduated and doing well in the corporate world and for the ones in the army they're all 1LT's right now. I was discouraged because it felt like I have wasted a lot of time, but this video really helped put things into perspective for me. Thanks a lot man keep up the great work on KZbin and the Army. Go Army!!

[@AlvintheDirector]

I’m glad this video could help! I completely understand being discouraged. Run your race and you’ll find your way 💯

[@1jarhead100]

Hey man don’t worry there is always time take advantage of every opportunity I got out about 5 years ago and I’m actually now putting in a package for army OCS now and I’m almost 28 it’s never to late to chase your dreams! Keep up the good work and always stay motivated

[@johnnymassarda]

I’ve been debating on joining the armed services. I graduated college with a bachelors in business Management. After 2 years of going in between jobs and not being happy. I think you are helping me reconsider in being in the armed services. Thank you for the motivation.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Glad I could help!

[@jalenishmaelwilliams8358]

I’m currently in my last year of college studying Business management as well. I’ve been debating joining the armed forces to solidify myself immediately after graduation. Your comment just helped me make a clear decision. Thank you and thank you Alvin!

[@gregb9264]

Did you join?

[@johnnymassarda]

@@gregb9264 I did not.. I should've but unfortunately stuff happens in life we cant control. Now seeing this comments made me want to go see a recruiter.

[@gregb9264]

@@johnnymassarda how old r u now? Also what do you do now?

[@lupitas6626]

Working on my Officer packet already (one year after graduating college)! Similar experience in the career world and very excited to join. Thanks for the info!

[@AlvintheDirector]

Lupita Sedano I’m glad I could help! Best of luck!

[@joegarza8391]

I plan to do the same. Thank you for your insights and service.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Anytime! Thanks for watching!

[@Rameses3113]

Good to hear your story bro.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Appreciate it man!

[@dabomb7887]

Hey thanks for making this. I'm getting close to completing my degree so I've been thinking about this.

[@AlvintheDirector]

It’s a great choice to make!

[@dabomb7887]

What other videos do you have about your backstory? I also so freelance photography/videography.

[@brandonbraswell7997]

My USAREC OCS Board starts next Monday 8/24! Can’t wait! 🤞🏼🙏🏼

[@AlvintheDirector]

Brandon Braswell 💯

[@ezekielmugabe6300]

Great advice brother!!

[@AaronBarlow22]

I did the same thing. Good perspective !

[@AlvintheDirector]

AB Media 💯

[@Xfctr92]

Great video and informative. Attending OCS in October, can’t wait!

[@AlvintheDirector]

Xfctr92 ✊🏾

[@brodyasbury2339]

Alvin, thank you so much for your insight. I am currently in almost an identical scenario as you were; engaged, recent college grad, military sitting in the back of my mind. I have been conducting hours of research on the Army and whether it's right for me. Your genuine response is much appreciated! Can't wait to dive more into your channel. Again, thank you!

[@AlvintheDirector]

Thanks for the support!

[@bluegorilla1006]

Jesus saves. Love you guys

[@nicholashultz5950]

Thank you

[@tommy11sixorozco9]

debating between ROTC and OCS. Finishing my associates this fall then starting my junior year next fall.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Take your time! Both decisions are great ones ✊🏾

[@tommy11sixorozco9]

@@AlvintheDirector thank you for the response !

[@JouvieHenderson]

I’m gonna do this

[@AlvintheDirector]

You should!

[@Savage22223]

Same !!!

[@Eljefe5948]

I have dual citizenship. Is it true that you have to renounce to one of them?

[@Kxshew]

keeo up with these videos

[@darthleia2536]

I graduated two years ago and I have been struggling to get a good job that I really enjoy. I am thinking to probably join even though I am 26 but not sure if age will affect if I apply.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Age isn’t an issue at 26!

[@gregb9264]

Just do it you’ll get paid better for having that degree And people will probably think your 21,22 or 23 no one will care about your age

[@tcproductionz1]

Ok I got a question, so I want to do photography and film, but to do that. In the Navy do I have to have a degree first.

[@gavinlightwine2498]

Love the videos. I’m prior service enlisted about to graduate college and debating on whether to go back in as an officer or not. The one random and odd question I have for you is when you are going through OCS and BOLC do you still have to do group PT together and if so do you still have to the god awful warm up and cool down stretches together.

[@AlvintheDirector]

Yes you’ll do group PT and you will do the prep drill.

[@andrewjohnson9826]

I decided to do this to help me pay for med school

[@devinleary95]

Whats up Alvin, Im sure you've said it in other videos but are you active or reserves?

[@devinleary95]

Btw, love this video. Super informative! Love watching your videos. Hopefully OCS is a thing for me by next fall!

[@AlvintheDirector]

Devin Leary active!

[@matthewbeals8721]

Currently 30 with a college degree looking into going Army OCS. How old were you when you joined?

[@AlvintheDirector]

Matthew Beals I was 24.

[@RealDovamo]

Do it man, I'm going in at 29. Have my board on Sept 3rd.

[@matthewbeals8721]

Have any National Guard candidates with you at OCS?

[@Starplatinum628]

Did you do it?

[@suyeshkhanal5714]

Sir i have a question is MAVNI closed permanently?

[@AlvintheDirector]

Suyesh Khanal I’m not sure what that is

[@bobby8474]

Thanks, promise you want be a jerk to your soldier's. I've saw many good enlisted soldiers, including myself, leave Army because of extremely jerk Commissioned Officers and NCO's.

[@TheInternationalBlackLipPlate]

DAE WUZ IN THA GUTTA

[@RealDovamo]

So any particular reason you ditched the glasses? Did it affect your image as a leader?

[@AlvintheDirector]

Glasses don’t affect you image at all. But I’ve always worn contacts. I only wear glasses in the field, or at the end of the day.