Leader Of Influence: MSG Vargas

Leader of Influence A leader of influence is someone who has a profound effect on another individual’s career in the past, present and future. The leader I chose to write about is a former 1SG, MSG Vargas. Her leadership ability far exceeds that of her peers. She values mentorship and training above all else. In this paper, I will explain what I gained from working with her and how she has influenced all Soldiers around her. I will cover her leadership attributes, competencies and the legacy I wish to leave behind. As a young leader, I had a rudimentary understanding of character. MSG Vargas took character to a completely new level. She emulated every Army Value, in every decision and order she executed. She had unwavering loyalty to the unit, loyalty that was so strong it was contagious. She consistently demonstrated faith in her unit and subordinates in every decision she took part in. MSG Vargas consistently tasked her platoon sergeants with ever challenging missions, with faith in her subordinates to complete the mission. She would take any and every situation or task, turn it into a learning opportunity, and serve it up to the unit on a silver platter. As a young staff sergeant,
During MSG Vargas’ time as 1SG, she had many achievements. Her most significant achievement was fostering a strong working relationship between the AIT instructors and AIT platoon sergeants. When she took charge, the relationship was hostile and not advantageous to the Soldiers in our charge. Within three months, the relationship between the schoolhouse and platoon sergeants was seamless, fluid, and supported the Soldiers with near perfect efficiency. Additionally, she ensure that all Soldiers in her charge complied with the Army Body Composition Program. She discharged three NCO’s that were failing to progress on the program, making a strong statement to the young Soldier’s that compliance was a