Update: The AMA has concluded. You guys are awesome, and thank you for participating. I hope you found my Admiral-y wisdom insightful.
I'm trying to be less of a lurker here, so figured this would be a good starter post.
I'll still reply now, but not in character. Unless you ask a stupid question ;)
What sort of advice do you have for an upstart Ensign?
Follow my lead and fake it till you make it.