July - August 2016 This newsletter provides updates and important information for the LDO and CWO communities:
Mentoring and Counseling: Emphasizes the importance of honest and realistic mentorship, addressing common misconceptions about Below-Zone (BZ) and Above-Zone (AZ) selections.
CWO Community Manager's Corner: Highlights the completion of the fiscal year road show, the importance of BCRs for detailing, and the ideal breakdown of CWO and LDO percentages for each pay grade.
New CWO5s: Announces the promotion of the newest group of Chief Warrant Officer Fives and congratulates new Lieutenant Commander selects.
OTC Newport Updates: Provides details on the relocation of the OTC Newport website, lodging arrangements for new accessions, and the importance of proper paperwork and pay status during check-in.
Oaths and Redesignation: Reminds officers to review their records for proper designators and missing oaths, and provides guidance on resubmitting oaths if necessary.
Promotion Fundamentals: Clarifies the promotion planning process, including the calculation of vacancies, opportunity, and flow point for promotions.
Road Show Fleet Engagement: Recaps the 2016 Road Show Fleet Engagement schedule, including attendance and appreciation for key points of contact.
Mission and Vision: Reiterates the community's mission and vision, focusing on leadership, technical proficiency, continuous improvement, and mentoring future leaders.
The newsletter underscores the significance of mentorship, accurate career advice, and continuous professional development within the LDO and CWO communities. It highlights the commitment to maintaining technical excellence and readiness in the Navy, encouraging all members to strive for improvement and take on challenging assignments.
