Any advice for a newly promoted SGT who remains in the same company, same PLT, same squad of Soldiers?

Remember the responsibility of the rank on your chest has to come before your friendships with your old peers. Lead by example and help your soldiers succeed. Share any concerns you have with your SL or PSG and make sure to listen to your soldiers.

Make it clear to your your lower ranking friends that you are now in a leadership position and are responsible for accomplishing goals and getting things done. With that said you can’t hang out on the block with them like you used to and remind them of customs and courtesies. You are now in a position where your friends/ squad can get you into trouble. You just graduated to a new level of professionalism you must live up to.

Be the very best example you can be; to your Soldiers. Lead by example. Go above and beyond the call of duty. Promote, Motivate and Inspire: SSG (Join to see)