Army Profession Of Arms
The Profession of Arms
A summary of what it takes to be an exceptional leader
One of the most important things that the Military can offer its great American
citizens is a well-rounded, dedicated, motivated Soldier. The only way to provide that
dedicated Soldier is to maintain qualified trained professionals. The Military offers its
Soldier’s a large range of training. Specifically Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
training at different skill levels. The military also offers a variety of training to its
Soldier’s, some that the Soldier can use in the civilian world. Bottom line; a trained,
highly dedicated, determined, selfless Soldier is the back bone of the Military. Always
aspiring to be an expert in his profession …show more content…
One must love their job. In a Soldier’s case, they must love their job, be highly
dedicated for their country and chain of command. All the while having the mind frame
to become an expert in his line of work.
The Profession of Arms
Balance, One of the hurdles that the Military must keep in mind to maintain its
strength. Proper, strategic placement of its higher ranking leaders in its four fields of
expertise. The other hurdle is keeping aligned the Army’s culture, the climate and its
institutional practices. Keeping the proper balance within these two is highly essential in
today’s Military. Balance between these two ensure that Soldiers will be ready for
Military operations. While also maintain the Soldier’s peace of mind that they will be
taken care of by its institution. Also, maintaining balance in its culture, climate and
institutional practice allows the Soldier to feel appreciated. It highly influences not only
their sense of belonging, safety, health, satisfaction and commitment to the Military and
their leaders. Most important a healthy balance in the above areas allow the American
People to feel confident in its Military institution. Not just for the nation’s safety but …show more content…
Army Professional Culture. The climate of a unit is very important as it relates to unit
cohesion and the adoption of a ‘we’ versus ‘me’ mentality. There is a saying, “There is
no I in Team. This statement comes to mind when I think of Professional culture. The
key to maintaining a healthy climate within a unit is ensuring trained and caring leaders
are at the forefront. Nothing makes a unit climate more negative and depressing than
having to deal with untrained leaders. High ranking NCO’s that do not desire to build
unit cohesion but rather concentrate on punishment instead of rehabilitation. Allowing
the buddy system to take place, promoting based on personal levels instead of order of
merit. Situations like these occurring within the ranks leads to disgruntled Soldier who
rather end their commitment to the military. Instead the military can improve the unit
The Profession of Arms
climate by selecting highly qualified NCO’s that are fit for duty and “walk the talk” to
promote a healthy and thriving unit atmosphere. Once Soldiers feel that their best
interest is at heart, they will more than likely give their 100
A summary of what it takes to be an exceptional leader
One of the most important things that the Military can offer its great American
citizens is a well-rounded, dedicated, motivated Soldier. The only way to provide that
dedicated Soldier is to maintain qualified trained professionals. The Military offers its
Soldier’s a large range of training. Specifically Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
training at different skill levels. The military also offers a variety of training to its
Soldier’s, some that the Soldier can use in the civilian world. Bottom line; a trained,
highly dedicated, determined, selfless Soldier is the back bone of the Military. Always
aspiring to be an expert in his profession …show more content…
One must love their job. In a Soldier’s case, they must love their job, be highly
dedicated for their country and chain of command. All the while having the mind frame
to become an expert in his line of work.
The Profession of Arms
Balance, One of the hurdles that the Military must keep in mind to maintain its
strength. Proper, strategic placement of its higher ranking leaders in its four fields of
expertise. The other hurdle is keeping aligned the Army’s culture, the climate and its
institutional practices. Keeping the proper balance within these two is highly essential in
today’s Military. Balance between these two ensure that Soldiers will be ready for
Military operations. While also maintain the Soldier’s peace of mind that they will be
taken care of by its institution. Also, maintaining balance in its culture, climate and
institutional practice allows the Soldier to feel appreciated. It highly influences not only
their sense of belonging, safety, health, satisfaction and commitment to the Military and
their leaders. Most important a healthy balance in the above areas allow the American
People to feel confident in its Military institution. Not just for the nation’s safety but …show more content…
Army Professional Culture. The climate of a unit is very important as it relates to unit
cohesion and the adoption of a ‘we’ versus ‘me’ mentality. There is a saying, “There is
no I in Team. This statement comes to mind when I think of Professional culture. The
key to maintaining a healthy climate within a unit is ensuring trained and caring leaders
are at the forefront. Nothing makes a unit climate more negative and depressing than
having to deal with untrained leaders. High ranking NCO’s that do not desire to build
unit cohesion but rather concentrate on punishment instead of rehabilitation. Allowing
the buddy system to take place, promoting based on personal levels instead of order of
merit. Situations like these occurring within the ranks leads to disgruntled Soldier who
rather end their commitment to the military. Instead the military can improve the unit
The Profession of Arms
climate by selecting highly qualified NCO’s that are fit for duty and “walk the talk” to
promote a healthy and thriving unit atmosphere. Once Soldiers feel that their best
interest is at heart, they will more than likely give their 100