Tyrone Hewitt, one of our contributors to our website, added this story on his LinkedIn page.

For our junior enlisted professionals considering a pro/con analysis, this post (see graphic  for more below), Tyrone offered this advice.

1. Become an expert at your job.
2. Learn new skills.
3. Use your TA (tuition assistance) and COOL benefits.
4. Start to network in industries that interest you.
5. Save and invest as much money as you can.