What are the most common things that keep an applicant from getting selected?
Some of the most common reasons for non-selection are weak writing styles and a lack of bullets on the AF IMT 56 interview. Interviewing officers often “cut and paste” bullets from previous applications and overlook the change in the name or pronoun. Also, an interviewing officer will sometimes use the same bullets on several applications. Poorly written OTS profiles and reference letters, along with unanswered questions, cause a board member to be concerned, which often lowers a board score. Use the AF IMT 56 continuation section to explain anything unusual within the application (i.e. missing EPR, low GPA, law violations, etc.). Include applicant initials at the end of each statement listed on the AF IMT 56 continuation sheet.
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