Becoming A Successful NCO

contributed to my growth and professional development as a junior enlisted Soldier and then as a non-commissioned officer (NCO). Throughout this paper, I will identify and explain the leadership qualities and characteristics that have impacted me the most. This person has demonstrated their competency and understanding of the Army values and the two basic tenets of being an NCO. The Army values are wide ranging and all-encompassing but can be summarized into seven distinct categories of loyalty,

The Human Resources Sergeant in the Profession of Arms When the word profession or professional comes up in a conversation, reading, or on television; many think the person or occupation is of higher quality than something that is not of as highest quality of a professional. Example, a small job such as working in the fast food industry could be considered a profession, because an individual can be skilled, and trained at what he or she does for that business. As a Human

skills “give people the capacity to influence others, and are a critical component in successful leadership” (Northouse, 2015). Therefore, gaining a better understanding of how to properly teach, coach, and lead, will not only help me in my conquest in becoming an excellent NCO, but also support my becoming of a better person. 1. Leadership Vision As a father, husband, and a senior Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) within the United States Army, I have long been regarded by my family and friends as

SFC is what it takes to become a First Sergeant (1SG). I will outline the eligibilities, criteria, and trainings required of a 1SG through different sources. Based on that information, I will give you my opinion of what I feel I should know before becoming a 1SG. The most highly qualified and motivated senior Soldiers fill the 1SG positions. These assignments are career enhancing and serve as professional development for Soldiers in a Career Management Field (CMF) where 1SG opportunities are available

the causes, they are able to better wage what necessary actions must be taken to achieve success. Also knowledge is power. The more information a NCO has, the greater ability he has to make decisions which will allow him and his team to operate in a more safe and effective manner. By combining past success and failures with personal experiences, a NCO is better equipped for quick and effective decision making. When one studies a past battle which has similar characteristics to the mission at hand

are accessed with specific levels of technical ability. They refine their technical expertise and develop their leadership and management skills through tiered progressive assignments and education” (WO program, para. 1). Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) are considered to be “the backbone of the Army”. These Soldiers take the officers

Standards or Numbers: An Ethical Dilemma Every organization, both large and small, will typically have a well-defined set of values that they wish to espouse. This is the template for a successful, trained work force. These values will guide individuals during the decision-making processes that they will encounter. This blue print helps to ensure the integrity of the company and the individual, as well. Our Army today is no different. We can find our values and creeds everywhere we turn. One

(Airborne) as an Intelligence analyst in the All Source Production Section (ASPS). He served multiple leadership position while being stationed in 1st Special Forces Group(1SFG). I met MSG Ada when I was stationed at 1SFG as a Human Intelligence NCO back in 2007. I was just a sergeant at that time and was a little bit intimidated that my first line supervisor was MSG Ada, my Legacy Leader. I chose MSG Ada as my legacy leader because he molded me into the Senior Leader that I am now. MSG Ada is

them to critically think for themselves and learn from the tasks. I like to be involved in the professional development of my junior soldiers and would often tell them what they should and didn’t let my NCOs develop their Soldiers. MSG Nesmith helped me to see that I needed to let go and let my NCOs develop their Soldiers and just provide some input and

am really glad that I am in the honored profession called Army Recruiting that gave me so much of what I am supposed to be and better person period. My Mentors and Leaders in Recruiting Command I have always had a lifelong dream of becoming a respected leader in the United States Army. In