Ep:2 | How To Pass Army Officer Candidate School (OCS)

Want to know how to pass Army Officer Candidate School (OCS) and what it really takes to survive the intense 12-week program? In this interview, I sit down with Officer Candidate Kenny Johnson, a Clemson University graduate and seasoned real estate developer, who shares his personal experience at OCS. We dive deep into the daily grind, the mental and physical challenges, and the highs and lows every candidate faces.

💡 What You'll Learn:

🔹Daily Routine at OCS: How candidates start their day at 4:30 AM, with rigorous PT sessions and a strict daily structure.
🔹Physical and Mental Stress: How OCS pushes candidates to their limits with psychological operations, intense physical training, and leadership challenges.
🔹Leadership and Discipline: The importance of discipline, punctuality, and adhering to the rules to stay on top and avoid negative attention.
🔹Coping with Highs and Lows: Strategies for managing the emotional rollercoaster of OCS, from excelling in PT to struggling academically.
🔹Dismissal and the Whole Person Concept: Why some candidates are more likely to get "Day Zeroed" and how to avoid being dismissed from the program.

Timestamps:
🔹 00:00 - Introduction
🔹 00:34 - OC Kenny Johnson’s Background
🔹 04:21 - Daily Routine at OCS
🔹 18:43 - Myths and Misconceptions
🔹 25:36 - Peer Evals and Leadership
🔹 34:21 - Highs, Lows and Coping Mechanisms
🔹 44:44 - Preparing for OCS
🔹 49:51 - Final Thoughts For Candidates

This hour-long interview is packed with valuable insights from a candidate who knows exactly what it takes to survive OCS. If you’re preparing for OCS or thinking about becoming an officer, this video is a must-watch!

👇 Got questions? Drop them in the comments—I’d love to help you prepare!

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