Archives for February 2010

Be Prepared for Basic Training A Pre-Emptive Strike Arm yourself with knowledge before you leave for basic training. Much of what you learn in basic training can be mastered at home before you even see a Drill Sergeant. To give yourself a major advantage before you depart for basic training, it is imperative that you start thinking and acting like a soldier. What You Need to … [Read more...]

The Top 5 Secret Tips for Basic Training Success I have spoken to thousands of recruits, countless drill sergeants, and hundreds of soldiers about basic training. Many recruits aren't aware that they can learn secret tips before arriving at basic training to make boot camp much more enjoyable. Therefore, I bring you the top 5 secret tips you should know before you arrive at … [Read more...]

http://www.youtube.com/embed/qBRaz1fODuQ How to Conquer the Most Feared Event at Basic Training: The Gas Chamber By Michael Volkin Many recruits ask me what the hardest aspect of basic training is, and that is a difficult question to answer. For some recruits, it's the fitness, for others it's the mental aspect of basic training. However, there is one particular even in … [Read more...]

How to Earn More Money in Basic Training by Michael Volkin Due to the success of my book, I have spoken to thousands of recruits and countless drill sergeants about basic training. Many recruits aren't aware that if they do a good job in basic training they can earn awards and get promoted faster. Of course, getting promoted means more money. Therefore, I bring you the top … [Read more...]

The Top 5 Reasons You May Not Be Prepared for Basic Training by SGT Michael Volkin Preparation is everything in basic training. If you prepare properly, basic training could be a breeze. If you don't prepare at all, you will be counting the minutes until it's over. This is the inspiration for my book The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook. I wanted to be able to help … [Read more...]