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Sergeant Michael Volkin is a U.S. Army
veteran. He served in Operation Enduring/Iraqi Freedom as a Chemical Operations Specialist and received an Army Commendation
Medal for his efforts and for the fitness programs he designed to help his fellow soldiers. He has a Bachelor’s and
Master’s degree in Science from Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas and also a Real Estate Brokers Degree.
Sergeant Michael Volkin is the
author of The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook: Tips, Tricks, and Tactics for Surviving Boot Camp; The Ultimate
Interactive Basic Training Workbook and How to Evaluate a Real Estate Franchise.
According to the book description of
The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook: Tips, Tricks, and Tactics for Surviving Boot Camp, “As
anyone who has undergone the transition from civilian to soldier will tell you, basic training is a lot tougher and more challenging
than any recruit can imagine. Michael Volkin discovered that fact soon after 9-11, when his personal vow "to serve my
country" convinced him to enlist in the U.S. Army. As Volkin quickly discovered, he was utterly unprepared for the new
world of the military, "a completely different environment full of unknown exercises and acronyms, where you can’t
eat or talk without permission. This easy-to-follow survival guide is written specifically for every new or prospective recruit
about to enter any branch of the armed forces. Offers step-by-step instructions and solutions, including helpful charts and
graphics, on how to prepare both physically and mentally for boot camp.”
According to one reader of The
Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook: Tips, Tricks, and Tactics for Surviving Boot Camp, “Sgt. Volkin has
written an excellent primer for what can truly seem like a mystery: What will I need to succeed in military boot camp? Sgt.
Volkin does a great job of laying out the basics, from getting the form right on push-ups and sit-ups, to tips on avoiding
too much extra attention from Drill Sergeants. This is a great place to begin for those about to go off to Ft. Jackson or
Ft. Benning for the summer.
The book does have its limitations.
It is written very much for the recent high school grad who is going to basic and then straight into the infantry and Iraq.
As someone who doesn't fit that mold (I am tagged for OCS in the National Guard after boot camp), I found some of the
material unhelpful.
However, that does not in any way limit
the usefulness of the book. After all, Volkin has written the book for most people who go into boot camp, e.g. 18 year old
recent high school grads. The return on your investment is well worth the small price to pay for this book.
I highly recommend it.”
According to the book description of
How to Evaluate a Real Estate Franchise, “are You Ready to Own a Real Estate Brokerage? If
so, you are about to begin the difficult task of finding the perfect real estate franchise to suit your goals, dreams and
aspirations. This book will help you evaluate and find that perfect company. This short book will save you countless hours
of research. You will learn what questions to ask, pitfalls to avoid, how to find hidden fees, and how to get the most value
for your purchase.”
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