tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post4803601949012704295..comments2024-03-24T03:29:39.317-04:00Comments on DIPLOMATIC MOM: My journey as a Foreign Service Officer, wife and mom: How to Become a Foreign Service Officer: Part III--the QEP personal narrativesThe Diplomatic Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-39151191762348434402018-10-14T14:29:13.569-04:002018-10-14T14:29:13.569-04:00And? What news?And? What news?DiplomaticMomnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-54530956859484546682018-06-05T15:18:22.647-04:002018-06-05T15:18:22.647-04:00I am currently in the “googling answers to questio...I am currently in the “googling answers to questions I can remember” phase and feel myself trying to already transition into the “checking my messages phase.”<br />I was informed the scores would come in 3-5 weeks from the day I completed the exam...which was yesterday.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17001427606926825327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-66455477531125559382017-07-13T08:20:49.752-04:002017-07-13T08:20:49.752-04:00Good blog. I also recommend you visiting another s...Good blog. I also recommend you visiting another source page on writing an <a href="https://silveressay.com/blog/application-essay" rel="nofollow">application essay</a>.reginald suricthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02865395258495641241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-69760460271778774592017-01-02T15:27:19.654-05:002017-01-02T15:27:19.654-05:00I am a senior studying psychology and public relat...I am a senior studying psychology and public relations and am just about to take the FSOT in February. I am quite new to this career pursuit, but have really enjoyed reading your blog. You have a hilarious but very informative style! Cheers.Sarahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-47472047950528756772016-11-19T09:37:32.035-05:002016-11-19T09:37:32.035-05:00Hi, to be honest, I have no idea for a fact but I ...Hi, to be honest, I have no idea for a fact but I have been told that it is none.The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-83450638583015272982016-10-27T13:31:30.694-04:002016-10-27T13:31:30.694-04:00Thank you for your posting and important informati...Thank you for your posting and important information about the FSOT and the next steps in the process. To what degree, if you know, does the U.S. Department of State take the actual scores from the FSOT when all other factors are added? Does the FSOT have a heavier weight or all aspects of an applicant reviewed? Thank you again.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03900835309691864797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-54300176374150100962014-03-11T13:24:51.249-04:002014-03-11T13:24:51.249-04:00Hey there, aerospace engineer! I don;t have the fo...Hey there, aerospace engineer! I don;t have the foggiest idea, to tell you the truth. I would imagine that there will be some flexibility given your experience and salary. Folks at the Department are very logical and considerate, and want good talent, so I would imagine that they might be reasonable.<br />The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-84730167590989198262014-03-08T12:30:58.579-05:002014-03-08T12:30:58.579-05:00Thank you for the very informative blog. May I ask...Thank you for the very informative blog. May I ask why you were surprised with your salary offer? I thought it was strictly based on degrees and years of experience plus current salary match. Did you find that they were flexible in what step they hire you into? I’m an aerospace engineer and would expect FP-04 based on my degrees and experience and Step 14 based on salary matching. However, I willAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-47266119296283445892013-10-10T10:10:25.593-04:002013-10-10T10:10:25.593-04:00Hi, I have no idea how the DS process works, to be...Hi, I have no idea how the DS process works, to be honest. Sorry :(. And no, I don;t think the test is the same. I think some steps are skipped and others are simply different. we do work a lot with DS and it is an awesome career, so strongly recommending it!The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-22089567510841178532013-09-27T10:52:17.740-04:002013-09-27T10:52:17.740-04:00Thank you so much for this blog, it has given so m...Thank you so much for this blog, it has given so much insight into the Foreign Service. Can you comment on the Diplomatic Security vacancy announcement? How does it differ from what you are doing, and are the test the same for both Diplomatic Security Special Agents and Foreign Service? Thank You! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-77062520748047318202013-08-25T23:46:28.248-04:002013-08-25T23:46:28.248-04:00Back then it took about a month, I think. But I th...Back then it took about a month, I think. But I think it might be different now, so don't bet on it.The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-49109881884990345322013-08-18T19:19:46.176-04:002013-08-18T19:19:46.176-04:00And do you know about how long it takes to hear ba...And do you know about how long it takes to hear back after you turn in the personal narrative questions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-40066200755735516902013-08-17T08:58:25.374-04:002013-08-17T08:58:25.374-04:00Thank you, I will one day :). as far as I was awar...Thank you, I will one day :). as far as I was aware, no one did anything in Bulgaria. But then again, who knows, mysterious are the ways of the retired FBI agents who do this jolly task. I have no idea how different process is if you are naturalized American.The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-80850634201101063212013-08-16T23:34:00.044-04:002013-08-16T23:34:00.044-04:00Hi Diplomatic Mom! You should write a book!
About ...Hi Diplomatic Mom! You should write a book!<br />About Security Clearance, did they go to Bulgaria, to find information about you? I'd like to know more about the process, when you come from another country, how was it for you?<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-28072450896184159542013-08-16T01:37:15.331-04:002013-08-16T01:37:15.331-04:00HI! does anyone know how long it takes to hear bac...HI! does anyone know how long it takes to hear back after you submit your personal narrative questions?! Its been over a month and I'm getting nervous :/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-59537155843612336412013-07-27T08:00:26.870-04:002013-07-27T08:00:26.870-04:00:) At all the anonymous writers - thank you! I lea...:) At all the anonymous writers - thank you! I learned English first in my native land of Bulgaria, and then just kept reading voraciously. Thank you! Thank you :). I love compliments.<br />Also, good luck on the FSOT. The more I am in this business, the more I love it. I am so damn lucky to have this job!The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-43450751939807391342013-07-27T01:57:27.674-04:002013-07-27T01:57:27.674-04:00Diplomatic Mom,
I feel it is worth saying I teared...Diplomatic Mom,<br />I feel it is worth saying I teared up a little when you revealed your congrats letter. I am taking the FSOT in October and find the info on your blog so helpful. Thanks for sharing! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-56367651971922990812013-07-23T23:59:08.031-04:002013-07-23T23:59:08.031-04:00Diplomatic Mom, you're truly hilarious and cle...Diplomatic Mom, you're truly hilarious and clever, may I ask where did you learn English? Your english is impressive, you're a fine writer also. I'd love to know, much more considering this is not your native language.<br />Thank you for sharing with all of us!<br />You're generous and lively!<br /><br />Thank you, <br /><br />ClaudiaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-18241045744269240112013-07-16T21:00:04.593-04:002013-07-16T21:00:04.593-04:00Thanks for the FANTASTIC post! This information is...Thanks for the FANTASTIC post! This information is really good and thanks a ton for sharing it. I am looking forward desperately for the next post of yours.<br /><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/293015519476437609/" rel="nofollow">writing service</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04174299084392531756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-41119507948652855742013-05-04T06:39:40.080-04:002013-05-04T06:39:40.080-04:00It said in our FSOT results letter that invitation...It said in our FSOT results letter that invitations to OA will go out in mid-to-late May. People are speculating by the 20th of May.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-27888378657071970112013-04-16T22:54:20.432-04:002013-04-16T22:54:20.432-04:00Hi there, just curious -- how long did you wait be...Hi there, just curious -- how long did you wait between submitting your QEP and hearing whether you qualify for the oral test? the waiting is killing me! :) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-47394770736033070882012-10-20T01:55:11.063-04:002012-10-20T01:55:11.063-04:00In sect to give you with the highest tier of conju...In sect to give you with the highest tier of conjugation in essay work, ProfEssays.com employs only practiced pedagogue writers to affect on your designation. <br /><a href="http://www.professays.com/" rel="nofollow">narrative essay topics</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-52848714338077028842012-07-15T05:45:59.716-04:002012-07-15T05:45:59.716-04:00Thanks for this post, I am actually in the midst o...Thanks for this post, I am actually in the midst of writing my personal narratives....in Bangladesh, oddly enough. I'm a Peace Fellow working in Sonargaon for the summer, will have to check out some more on your blog if there's any details on your work and life here so far. :)Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16087827069301336888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-3169124904544445432012-04-06T06:03:35.257-04:002012-04-06T06:03:35.257-04:00After you've written the PN, how long before y...After you've written the PN, how long before you hear something back?Moonshadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10974129776409079254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8280837764606186708.post-77489678411888846072012-04-01T14:56:12.143-04:002012-04-01T14:56:12.143-04:00Elisa, I don;t know, I am sorry :(. It was in the ...Elisa, I don;t know, I am sorry :(. It was in the email they'd send you.The Diplomatic Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05518644767093446416noreply@blogger.com