The NCOER book gives you the formula for writing an excellence bullet that will guarantee promotion on your Noncommissioned Officer evaluation for the 2166-9 series NCOER. The NCOER book, written by retired Command Sergeant Major Sean M. May, offers written examples of bullets from "meets standards" to "far exceeds standards", it gives thorough examples of how to write outstanding bullets that stand out and separate soldiers from their peer group. This is a quick reference guide written by a senior enlisted leader who understands the importance of an NCOER and writing bullets in a manner that sets the conditions for your promotion. This book is designed for leaders at all levels. If you follow the recommendations, use the formula, use the examples, you will start to become a leader who understands how to get your soldiers promoted.