December 2015 This special edition of The Mustang Lariat covers essential advice and updates for the LDO and CWO communities:
Promotion Board Preparation: Guidance on writing FITREPs, ensuring sea duty experience, taking challenging jobs, completing qualifications and AQDs, and emphasizing education.
Promotion Opportunity Guidelines: Overview of promotion flow points and opportunities for different ranks, emphasizing the importance of sea duty and diverse billets.
Lateral Transfer Board: Information on the process and criteria for LDOs requesting lateral transfers, including specific requirements and considerations.
CWO Promotions: Details on timing for CWO2 promotions to CWO3 and the importance of having a lineal number for promotion eligibility.
Change in LDO Appointment Policy: Explanation of NAVADMIN 275/15, which changes how permanent LDO appointments are delivered based on years of service at commissioning.
Mission and Vision Statements: Reiteration of the community’s mission to support warfighting capability through leadership, technical proficiency, and continuous improvement.
Community Engagement: Encouragement to participate in community forums and events, and to stay connected through online resources.
This document emphasizes the importance of leadership, technical excellence, and continuous professional development within the LDO and CWO communities. It underscores the commitment to maintaining readiness and mentoring future leaders to ensure the Navy's warfighting capability. Stay focused and strive for excellence.
