Posted on Aug 28, 2015
As a leader, what do you feel is/was your most important responsibility?
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My greatest responsibility was to mentor my subordinates. I believed that was the only way our Military can continue to be the greatest Army in the world. A lot of Leaders today are afraid to mentor their subordinates because they feel it threatens their job. Well hell, if you do your job it is not threatened. Joe Wolfe
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I'm not a leader, but doing everything in my power help my unit, and any soldier that need help.
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You may not fill a billet that denotes that, but that doesn't mean you can't be one. I was taught in MCRD (bootcamp) that anyone that charges first is a leader...
This is what I picture as one https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Inchon#/media/File:Lopez_scaling_seawall.jpg .
This is what I picture as one https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Inchon#/media/File:Lopez_scaling_seawall.jpg .
Battle of Inchon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Battle of Inchon (Korean: 인천 상륙 작전, Incheon Sangnyuk Jakjeon) was an amphibious invasion and battle of the Korean War that resulted in a decisive victory and strategic reversal in favor of the United Nations. The operation involved some 75,000 troops and 261 naval vessels, and led to the recapture of the South Korean capital of Seoul two weeks later.[3] The code name for the operation was Operation Chromite.
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As a Squad Leader, I felt that my most important responsibility was to take care of my squad members, to be the best example I could be; and to teach them. I felt that the greatest responsibility I had when I taught Sunday School children was to take care of them and to teach them about God and Jesus Christ. I felt that the greatest responsibility I had when I taught emotionally handicapped children- was to comfort them; and to teach them.
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Before I retired, I felt my most important responsibility was training my soldiers and future soldiers (I was an instructor) how to do their jobs and stay safe. It is the responsibility of all NCOs to take care of and train their soldiers. But many fall short. I have been retired since 2012 and I still get phone calls from some of my former Soldiers to ask for advice or say thanks. I have one that I knew since he was a PV2 now a SGT(P)!! Calls me at least twice a week. Makes me feel good that I can still help!!
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SPC Margaret Higgins
You are a true and proven leader; SSG Ronald Rollins. God bless you and thank you.
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SSG Ronald Rollins
Thank you. I will do all I can to help any Military member. But I have to admit i have a special place for my Soldiers that I have lead. I am honored that I can still give them advice and help them even after I have retired. It makes everything I have done worth it.
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SPC Margaret Higgins
It sure does make everything you have done worth it; SSG Ronald Rollins. And that is to your credit.
Thanks for helping us.
Thanks for helping us.
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SPC Margaret Higgins
I remember that the mission was always first; when I was in the Army. Good for you; 1stSgt (Join to see). And may God eternally bless you for believing that it is "Marines always".
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Ensuring that your subordinates developed professionally, and grew personally.
Sgt Tom Cunnally
Setting a good example with hard work & dedication to detail. And thus earning the respect of my peers, superiors, and subordinates.
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SPC Margaret Higgins
Sgt Tom Cunnally - You are setting a GREAT example; such that you have the respect of all of those around you! CONGRATULATIONS, Sergeant.
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Teaching the new people coming in to the squad. Preparing them for things they might have to face. Seeing to it everyone was trained properly. Making sure that they were getting there civilian education done as well as correspondent courses done. Ensuring there family had everything they need ( housing, doc appt).
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SPC Margaret Higgins
Sounds like you are the very essence of a true and GREAT leader; SSG Leo Bell. You are such a great leader in every sense of the word.
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Accomplishment of the mission and the welfare of my Soldiers (and their families).
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SPC Margaret Higgins
Good for YOU; 1SG Steven Stankovich. Thank you for helping to protect us; in this great country of ours. I like that the you believe that helping of the families of your soldiers is of the utmost of importance; as well.
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