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Hey, I’m a new BOLC instructor and I wanted to create an OPORD for training for my students, are there any new ways to do this without hand jamming old ones?

Not literally. But I made an application for my soldiers to help them learn better and I’m not sure if it’s useless or useful.

Background: My soldiers wouldn’t study the assigned knowledge for the life of them. I’ve tried everything. They just don’t care.

So I created an application that walked them through the T&EO processes and other MOS related tasks but allowed me to see the results of their work. That way I could send them training to do and see what they know and what they’re struggling with. Or even if they attempted it.

It helped me keep them accountable and they told me they enjoyed learning this way. They passed their written certifications this past Thursday so I’d say it’s

If you’re looking for the best textbook on it this is the one!

Last week I posted asking about how to get all of the BN Policy Letters done without it taking up all of my time. I was hesitant about using MilAssist.ai for the BN policy letters as I figured it’d be another ‘good idea fairy’ gimmick. But it was free, and honestly my time is worth more than playing Microsoft Word NCO for hours. So I said screw it, full send.

Cranked out 21 policy letters in about an hour and a half. That’s usually the type of timeline only achievable when BN drops a suspense at 1600 on a Friday.

Handed them to the XO for verification fully expecting a good “Come here LT” but they were good to go. Not perfect, but a 90–95% solution is basically doctrine anyway.

Moral of t

So I’ve been tasked with recreating all of the BN Policy Letters. I know there are a million references out there but it would still take me multiple workdays to adjust them to our organization and format them correctly. Anybody have any suggestions?

So I’ve been tasked with recreating all of the BN Policy Letters. I know there are a million references out there but it would still take me multiple workdays to adjust them to our organization and format them correctly. Anybody have any suggestions?

So I started using MilAssist.ai to prep for my eval, and not once did it hit me with “Figure it out, Sergeant.” Refreshing.

I asked it how to write an award for SPC Johnson, who technically didn’t break anything for 12 months straight, and this thing drafted a full citation that made it sound like he personally ended the GWOT.

Bonus: It also formats documents to the correct regulation. No more getting documents kicked back with “see me” in red Sharpie.

Honestly, this thing’s more reliable than half the squad leaders I’ve had. And it doesn’t ghost you when you need a signature.

Try it. It’s free to start. Unless you’re into pain and manual typing — then keep using WordPad.

Let’s be honest—risk management sounds fancy until you realize it’s basically structured paranoia.

The PMP wants you to: • Identify risks • Analyze them • Plan responses • Monitor them

Translation? “What could go wrong, how bad would it be, and do we have snacks and a fire extinguisher ready?”

Some lessons I’ve learned the hard way:

• If someone says “That’ll never happen,” that’s your first red flag. Add it to the risk register immediately.

• Positive risks are a thing. Yeah, “opportunities” exist—but you’ll still lose sleep over them.

• Qualitative risk analysis is like vibe-checking your project. Quantitative is the “show your math” part.

• Your mitigation plan better be more

No one warned me that half of project management is just… people management with fancier titles.

You’ve got:

• The “just checking in” stakeholder who checks in every 4 hours.

• The ghost stakeholder who vanishes during planning, then reappears at go-live with concerns.

• The VIP stakeholder who says nothing… but somehow influences everything.

• And let’s not forget the one who wants to help but causes more problems than the problem you started with.

Here’s what PMP studying taught me (and therapy confirmed):

1. Identify ALL stakeholders early. If they can say “why wasn’t I consulted?”—they’re a stakeholder.

2. Engage based on power and interest. Not everyone needs a daily briefing. S

No one warned me that half of project management is just… people management with fancier titles.

You’ve got: • The “just checking in” stakeholder who checks in every 4 hours. • The ghost stakeholder who vanishes during planning, then reappears at go-live with concerns. • The VIP stakeholder who says nothing… but somehow influences everything. • And let’s not forget the one who wants to help but causes more problems than the problem you started with.

Here’s what PMP studying taught me (and therapy confirmed): • Identify ALL stakeholders early. If they can say “why wasn’t I consulted?”—they’re a stakeholder. • Engage based on power and interest. Not everyone needs a daily briefing. Som

Let me explain.

At first, it’s exciting: “Oh wow, Initiating? Planning? Executing? So structured!” But by week 2, you’re like: “Why are there 49 processes? Who hurt you?” By week 4: “I don’t even know what I’m doing anymore, but I have to make this work.”

Here’s what I’ve learned (so you don’t lose your mind like I did): • Memorizing ITTOs is like memorizing your ex’s texts—useless without context. Focus on why each process exists. • The PMI mindset = therapy. Servant leadership? Emotional intelligence? This isn’t just project management, it’s personal growth. • Practice questions are gaslighting you—but that’s the point. They’re supposed to make you pause and think like a PM, not just

Most people think the PMP exam is all about memorizing processes and formulas. But honestly? The hardest part is staying consistent when no one around you understands what you’re doing.

You start second-guessing yourself. You hit a wall with the PMBOK. You wonder if you’re even studying the right way.

That’s why I built a space where we study together, ask questions without judgment, and share the little breakthroughs that keep us moving forward. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real people, real strategies, and real wins.

If you’ve ever said: • “I don’t know where to start.” • “I’m stuck on these practice questions.” • “I just need someone to hold me accountable.”

Then the community mi