A lot of the other folks have given some great advice, and by all means, you should take it by heart. But here is the thing for me: I play CM at all manner of odd hours, and I can't once recall seeing you in a command position. Now usually that's just a matter of timezone things, and I'm willing to bet it's the same deal here. From what it seems a couple of people have had you in their CIC, but I can't say the same. Normally I'm willing to overlook experience with a person if their questions are up to snuff, and vice versa, but here I just can't say I'm sold on either front. Take other people's advice, play as XO and SL as much as you can, and if you don't get it this time feel free to reapply in the future.
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