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How To Write An Essay On Becoming A Surface Warfare Officer

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Becoming a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy has been a goal of mine since I was twelve years old. My grandfather served in the Navy, and that has inspired me to serve as well. With the NROTC, I will have the opportunity to strengthen my physical, mental, and leadership skills. As a Naval Officer, I will have the great honor of instilling these same skills into the sailors I lead.

Leadership is very important to me. I am the captain of my school's cross-country team, and was the recipient of the leadership award. My coach gave me this position based on my leadership qualities. When my team is going through a rough practice, it is my job to push them forward and help them find their motivation. I have earned my teams respect, leading by example, which is crucial to being a good leader. …show more content…

This role has strengthened my leadership skills exponentially. I am responsible for conducting meetings, planning events, and acting as liaison between teachers and students. Contributing to my school is very important to me.

I am also the worship leader for our school chapel program. Our school did not have a worship team until I formed one. I presented the idea to my headmaster, and with his approval I recruited other students to sing along while I play guitar. After a few months, members of the worship team became unmotivated to practice. Inspiring them to continue, proved to be a challenge for me. After talking with each of the members, we found motivation to keep going.

I want to continue building my leadership skills by becoming a Naval Officer. The Navy will push and challenge me to become the best version of myself. I am very excited at the prospect to pursue a career with the Navy, a career that has been a dream of mine since my

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