The modern Marine Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) is the embodiment of the Marine Corps history tradition for several reasons. Some of the reasons are because NCO’s are taught to follow the traditions of the past. They know that trust and respect is equally important from both the NCO to his subordinates, and from his subordinates. They also still have the same responsibility as they did in the past. There are more reasons but these are the ones I chose to talk about because I’ve noticed them the most.…
“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others” ( (MacArthur, 2017). As individuals come and go in our lives, it is only those who make an impact that truly stay in our hearts and minds. I was fortunate enough to had many individuals in my life who have molded me to the leader I am today. CSM Lash L Bailey was one of my first NCOs when I came into the army, displaying everything that a leader should be showing patience, compassion and humility. As the army continues to change with society and toxic leadership continues to disrupt our ranks CSM Bailey has continually stood above it all. With his coaching and mentoring I strive to leave the same legacy…
Marine Noncommissioned Officers (NCOs) have always been a crucial part in fighting America’s war. They distinguished themselves by taking on the responsibility to train their inexperienced Marines, and for accepting the challenge of command when platoon commanders were casualties. Small unit leadership played a key role in victory especially during the invasion of Inchon on September 15, 1950.…
An unbalanced force brings upon a challenge to effectively develop our Soldiers. It not only impedes our forces, but in turn it decreases our effectiveness and capability to employ when and where the nation needs forces and succeeding in the mission. We have learned over the many years through the first outbreaks of war and conflict how the lack of Senior leadership presence forced junior Soldiers to fight the war with no experience and expertise. As the war evolved, the Army logically adapted to a strategy of combat where all Soldiers became versatile. The balance of leadership also affects the balance of the Army’s culture, climate and its institutional practices. How well they are aligned effects the influences of today’s Army Soldiers and their commitment, fulfillment and welfare. The institutional management systems in today’s Army must be utilized to retain and motivate Soldiers to thrive as they continue to progress in the Organization. (An Army White Paper, The Profession of Arms,…
he position of a Resident Assistant is to promote an effective social, academic and personal lifestyle for a student living in a residence hall. My leadership skills can develop an environment for students to feel comfortable. I take initiative when a task comes my way, putting my best effort into it. I have a very friendly and kind personality making it easier for others to engage in conversation with me when they need to talk to someone. I can contribute my hardworking and positive personality to make sure students living in the resident halls succeed. If they need help, I will go out my way to make sure they get the assistance needed. I am passionate about being happy, not stressing and enjoying life. It may sound cliche, but college starts…
The changes that the Army has underwent over the past ten years on a Soldiers point of view while serving within the organization. It assess the impacts of a decade of persistent conflict on the all-volunteer Army rationalization and shape for which changes were made and possible further ones to be made. The physical and professional appearances have interacted, as well as the manner in which the Army operates and fights a war.…
1. The ERS identifies officers and non-commissioned officers who are best qualified for promotion and assignments to positions of higher responsibility. ERS also identifies Soldiers who should be kept on active duty, those who should be retained in grade, and those who should be eliminated DA evaluations focus on an individual Soldier's potential. They are judgments on their ability to perform at current and higher grades, and they are also made to judge whether an officer or NCO should be retained and given greater responsibility in their present grade. Army requirements for leaders: officers and non-commissioned officers frequently change. At times, the Army has a need for leaders with certain backgrounds, experience, and expertise. The size of the Army leader corps by law in terms of strength by grade. Army needs limit the number of selections and assignments that can be made. Thus, a leader’s potential is partially determined by how they compare with their peers. Duty performance. Performance of duty is an extremely important factor in determining a leader’s potential. Duty performance is judged by how well a Soldier performs their assigned tasks and how well they meet Army professional values uniquely established for each respective corps. Leader qualifications. It must be considered in order to meet Army needs for outstanding leaders of troop or technical units, supporting staff managers, and technical specialists. One consideration in determining qualifications is the different skills and backgrounds required by different specialties. Another consideration is a Soldier’s individual progress through specialist fields to positions of greater responsibility. In addition, their length of service, civil schooling, military schooling, or other unique skills required by the Army are considered.…
I have learned a lot about my leadership style since attending the Non-Commission Officer (NCO) Academy. I will describe the type of leader I currently am, how I want to be perceived as a leader in the future, and how I plan on improving in the next 3-5 years. With the world constantly evolving, I must become a better NCO by improving my use of these concepts: Transactional Leadership Behaviors (TLB), Emotional Flexibility, 4-Dimiensions of Wellness (4-DW), Ethical Decisions, and understanding High Context (HC) societies.…
Correctional officers are involved in the day-in and day-out operations of correctional facilities. These officers are there to oversee and in charge of maintaining the care and custody of inmates. Along with those duties they must maintain the control of the detainees, of which must correspond with them enforcing rules, the regulations, policies and procedures of the facility itself. Correctional Officers, also, usually take in and process at least 11 million individuals per year on top of the offenders that are already there.…
What do people think of when they hear the words “my RA”, some shudder in disgust their faces turning down as they recall a negative experience, while others smile and lift their heads remembering the positive interactions between them and their resident advisor (RA) their freshman year of college. An excellent resident advisor has a huge impact on a student’s enjoyment of living in the dorms. I hope to allow everyone to be able to have a positive first year experience in college, and especially at Western.…
A Marine NCO in my eyes is characterized by being a leader, hard worker, and well disciplined individual. I want to model myself after the great NCO’s that have inspired me since I have joined the Marine Corps. These Marines were there for me on every occasion. When I had just picked up LCpl I got in trouble during C school. After my Page 11 it was the NCO’s around me that kept me from giving up. The pushed me to try even harder and to learn from my mistakes to better myself. I want to be able to instill the same motivation and hope in my junior Marines. After my 22 months as a LCpl in the Marine Corps I learned a great deal from the Corporals and Sergeants who were in charge of me . They have always had a plan for every action or mission…
The Non-Commissioned Officers are the backbone of the United States Marine Corps. This is an punctual statement thats helps show the functioning of the Marine Corps today. NCOs keep order and discipline within the ranks, they are the example for all junior Marines. There is a matter of respect earned when promoted to a rank as such. This is what makes the orders given by an NCO a vital aspect of obedience. As well as regarding your leadership with respect is a fundamental attribute instilled within every Marine in recruit training. Respect in the chain of command provides horizontal cohesion within the section.…
When we are deployed the Non Commissioned Officers we have been told to listen to could be the one’s who keep us alive. NCO’s are the more mature and experienced soldiers that lead from the front.The non-commissioned officer corps is often referred to as "the backbone" of the armed services, as they are the primary and most visible leaders for most military personnel. Additionally, they are the leaders primarily responsible for executing a military organization's mission and for training military personnel so they are prepared to execute their missions. NCO training and education typically includes leadership and management as well as service-specific and combat training.…
Lack of this in a service member not only hinders the mission of the command but of the entire Army. LOYALTY, DUTY, RESPECT, SELFLESS SERVICE, HONOR, INTEGRITY, and PERSONAL COURAGE are Army core values that are instilled in each personnel’s life the instant that the oath of enlistment is pledged. Loyalty is to bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. constitution, the Army, and other soldiers. Be loyal to the nation and its heritage. Duty is to fulfill your obligations. Accept responsibility for your own actions and those entrusted to your care. Find opportunities to improve oneself for the good of the group. Respect is to rely upon the golden rule. How we consider others reflects upon each of us, both personally and as a professional organization. Selfless Service is to put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own. Selfless service leads to organizational teamwork and encompasses discipline, self-control and faith in the system. Honor is to live up to all the Army values. Integrity is to do what is right, legally and morally. Be willing to do what is right even when no one is looking. It is our “moral compass” an inner voice. Personal courage is our ability to face fear, danger, or adversity, both physical and moral courage.…
A Non-Commissioned Officer is a highly respected role in the Army and those in that role demand respect, and deserve it. To become an NCO you have to be doing something right. You are getting looked at as doing above and beyond your peers. As an NCO you are the one setting the standard, you have soldiers looking up to you, seniors looking down at you and even your peers watching you and judging every move you make. To be an NCO is a hard task, a task made ever harder when you have soldiers that disrespect you, disregard what you say or make you look anything but stellar in front of others. If you are wrong you deserve to be called on it, but tactfully especially by a subordinate.…