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Excellence Flows With Timing The concept of timing is so important, no matter how skillful you are, if you do not align with perfect timing, you will lose out greatly on acquiring wealth. A lot of persons are great cooks. They operate good restaurants but they open late. And they lose 80 percent of their customers who eat early and go to work because they lack discipline to adhere to perfect timing. Some tailors are so skilful, if you see their designs and attention to details, you will shed a tear. But they have bad timing. Customers quarrel with them before they can get their clothes. What should take 4 days, gulp 14 days and some of them do not have such manners to communicate their delay. You can't be wealthy with bad timing. No one has the patience to tolerate your bad management of time. You must be precise and on time to sync your great skills with the expectations of your customers. This translates to wealth and growth. #time #marines #lifeatsea #crew #fishermen #shipowner #ships #vessel #men #women #shipping

This past summer I had the amazing opportunity to be a Premier College Intern at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. I was in the Engineering Home Office, AFLCMC/EZFC in the Crew Systems and Human Systems Integration Branch. There are different sections, the Air Transport Test Loading Activity (ATTLA), Human Systems Integration (HSI), and Egress Personnel Protection and Survivability (EPPS). There also is a Modeling and Simulation team. My big project for the summer was a practice airdrop. It was a Low Velocity Airdrop (LVAD) and was a Rapid Rigging Derigging Airdrop System (RRDAS). I had to ask many questions as I had never had any experience with this type of problem. I was also able to shadow the Tanker Recap and Next Generation Aerial Refueling Systems. This was my favorite part of the experience. This is for the Tankers that are in our current fleet and the future as well. There were films of old rocket sled testing and data. I sorted through the films and made sure they were digitized and the plan is to put them into a database, they will be accessible for DoD civilians to search as we still use many of these escape systems. This will save money from having to run tests that can be costly.  I conducted an interview with a Senior Engineer to gain insight on his career and what to plan for my future career. I gave a presentation on this and my key takeaways I learned from the valuable insight. I had the opportunity to go on lab tours every week seeing what else is being worked on in the Department of Air Force. They were a great insight to seeing testing and how each different system can come together to make our aircraft fly. Communicating effectively was an essential skill this summer as I was always in group scenarios. I was able to learn how to conduct meetings and prepare for briefings.  I was able to attend the PCIP Symposium at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. The symposium was for our future careers in the Air Force.  I was able to go on base and see how the Air Force is trying to sustain aircraft in our fleet like the KC-135 and the B-52, doing everything in house as there are no more original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. To finish my summer, I gave a presentation with my fellow PCIP intern Ashlyn Vongsy on everything we each did. My big takeaway is how complex humans are, integrating them into aircraft and how many different systems there are on our aircraft. I am really thankful for the opportunity. I want to thank everyone who helped and mentored me this past summer. I can’t wait to return as a PAQ upon my graduation in the Spring.   Also here is me in front of a KC-46! #udaytoncoopintern University of Dayton School of Engineering

💡 If you missed our webinar on the impactful role of apprenticeships for veterans, worry not. You can catch the captivating discussion with, Samuel Dean, & VetWorks' Adobolia Buford at this YouTube link. Don't miss out on these insightful perspectives! 📽️: https://bit.ly/46YO5YI William L. #VeteranEmpowerment #ApprenticeshipModel #Leadership #InspiringStories #VeteransInApprenticeships

Started a summer internship at NEXCOM - Navy Exchange Command HQ - IT Department

12 Months In... As I reflect on my first year at Booz Allen Hamilton, it’s clear that this journey has been one of tremendous growth both professionally and personally. It’s been one of the most rewarding years of my career, filled with challenges, triumphs, and some surprises along the way. When I walked through the doors on day one, I had my doubts. Would Booz Allen live up to its reputation? Or would it be like meeting your favorite celebrity only to find out their off-screen personality doesn’t quite match the hype? Spoiler alert: Booz Allen exceeded my expectations in every way. That first week, imposter syndrome definitely made an appearance. But as I started to get my bearings, I realized my past experiences had prepared me for this role. I began sharing ideas, driving process improvements, and was met with open minds and open doors. Each success gave me the confidence to dive deeper into my work with excitement and passion. Now, that doesn’t mean it’s been all smooth sailing there were personal challenges along the way. But my work, and especially the incredible people I’ve had the privilege to work with, brought me a sense of fulfillment. I’ve always heard the saying, "Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life." I didn’t think I’d experience that, but here I am embracing the challenges, setbacks, and successes. One of the proudest moments for me was being promoted to new role that will allow me to continue to do what I love. It’s a testament to the support of my amazing team and the opportunities Booz Allen has provided for growth and development. This milestone has been a reminder that hard work, perseverance, and a great support system can take you far. Everyone’s journey is different, but I’m incredibly grateful for mine. I’ve met some of the most passionate and driven individuals, and their energy is infectious. On those tough days when things feel overwhelming, I know I can rely on my team, and that keeps me going. Here’s to the next 12 months—excited for what’s ahead! #BoozAllenHamilton #findyourpassion #findyourplace

The time came for our latest group of Future Second Officers to graduate!🎓 Watch the highlights of their special day a few weeks ago and hear from some of our graduates as they share their experiences and what the programme has meant to them ✈️ #FutureSecondOfficers #GraduationDay #AviationIndustry

Are you looking for an internship opportunity where you will have the chance to work on impactful projects and gain hands on experience? Good news...Navy Federal's 2025 Summer Associate positions are live and we have a lot to offer to our interns! 🎉🌐 If you are expected to graduate in December 2025 or later, check out the our careers site to see what roles we have available. We have positions ranging from a Data Scientist to a Brand Strategist! A few resume tips to consider before applying: ✨ Include your expected graduation date (month and year) ✨ Tailor your resume to the position ✨ Don't limit yourself - include your coursework, school projects, extracurriculars, and skills. Applying to new roles can feel overwhelming, but it's a step into developing your career. Remember to give yourself grace and continue to believe in your potential. You got this!

I hear that many of you enlisted in the military JUST to get those ed benefits. I hear that strong civilian employment is often the goal. the MAJOR you choose, the INTERNSHIPS you do, the FIRST Full-Time CIVILIAN JOB you choose are CRITICAL. This article came out Feb 22. It is a general population view. We'll drop link below. (But y'all, based on research we heard from AIR last Friday, it sure seems relevant to the military community too.) Thoughts on this? #VeteranEmployment #StudentVeterans