As a retired FAO, let me say that this is a great program and career path (regardless of service), but it has some very unique challenges and isn't for everyone.
@@academyinsider It is the only specialty that intersects with policy, intelligence, and operations. It is not uncommon for FAOs to find them selves working at the highest levels of national policy (Joint Staff, SECDEF, National Security Council Staff, State Department) in one assignment; and then finding oneself in the field (embassy, regional service component command) having to execute the policy you helped create in a previous assignment. It is the ultimate exercise in eating your own dog food, so the policy better be well thought out. This aspect serves as a great sanity check.
As a retired FAO, let me say that this is a great program and career path (regardless of service), but it has some very unique challenges and isn't for everyone.
I can't even begin to imagine - certainly not the right fit for everyone!
@@academyinsider It is the only specialty that intersects with policy, intelligence, and operations. It is not uncommon for FAOs to find them selves working at the highest levels of national policy (Joint Staff, SECDEF, National Security Council Staff, State Department) in one assignment; and then finding oneself in the field (embassy, regional service component command) having to execute the policy you helped create in a previous assignment. It is the ultimate exercise in eating your own dog food, so the policy better be well thought out. This aspect serves as a great sanity check.
Shouldn't you be taking time off to savor a USNA win?!
Hahah never! I certainly did enjoy yesterday tho!