Any support for Values, Military Bearing, and Professional Appearance?

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 17:55:02 -0500

I was bored this weekend and spent a little time browsing Rally Point. I am a little surprised at the postings of some NCOs and Officers on here. I would advise you not to post any comments here that you would not want your subordinates or your superiors to view. You will lose your credibility with both, and any comments displaying a lack of values made by NCOs and Officers could and should be reflected on your Evaluation Reports. I hope that there is some support out there for this opinion.

Response by Lt Col Luis A. Rojas made Jan 20 at 2014 6:03 PM

Lt Col Luis A. Rojas — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 18:03:40 -0500

1SG, you make a very valid point.  Thank you for posting this very important reminder.  I always remind my son and daughter about using caution when posting on social media (e.g., Facebook) because it can be adverse to future employment, etc.  Thanks again.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2014 8:50 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 20:50:00 -0500

I second that. Here's a question: Is it right to have different opinions based on whom you're speaking to in the service? I tend to be frank (if respectful) in my statements to seniors, peers, and subordinates and my message stays the same.

I did receive some professional mentoring for things I've said and found that I had to change myself in response to that.

On that note: Everybody, please call me out on things you think I shouldn't say the way I do. Chances are I have been doing that or am about to, so a warning is always appreciated.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2014 1:04 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 01:04:48 -0500

1SG Whatley,<div><br></div><div>This is exactly why I have restrained myself from posting more extensively on Rally Point. Especially when there are Officers and NCOs within my unit that I'm connected to and can easily view all of my activity through my profile.</div><div><br></div><div>For reference, I use the DoD's advice on social media and act/speak as if I was in person. While I can't stand at parade rest, I can still properly address every person here with the necessary respect and maintain military bearing.</div>

Response by SSG Richard Stevens made Jan 22 at 2014 6:58 AM

SSG Richard Stevens — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 06:58:39 -0500

that is why i am very careful what i say as well you can without getting nasty

Response by LT Michael Cavaggioni made Apr 12 at 2014 9:36 AM

LT Michael Cavaggioni — Sat, 12 Apr 2014 09:36:50 -0400

Well said. Something I was told shortly after I was commissioned was to remember that I am always on parade. A short but very meaningful statement that has stuck in my head.