Command Sergeant Major's "Hustle Award"

SPC Christopher Smith — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:40:38 -0400

While getting my CAC card fixed I noticed the civilian helping with this award. I wanted to know what she got it for, she had no clue, all she knew was soldiers break their backs trying to gain this award. I have never heard of this award, can someone please clarify what it is?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2014 2:41 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 14:41:28 -0400

Battalion thing?

Response by SPC Christopher Smith made Apr 17 at 2014 3:26 PM

SPC Christopher Smith — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:26:52 -0400

CSM's I know one of you all have to know what this is.

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Apr 17 at 2014 3:58 PM

SFC William Swartz Jr — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:58:22 -0400

Might be a unit or post thing.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Apr 17 at 2014 3:59 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:59:18 -0400

It sounds like a local thing. Most units will have some form of local award or competition.

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Apr 17 at 2014 4:04 PM

1SG Michael Blount — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:04:54 -0400

Is this a bn-level thing? I used to give out coins, but I guess that's passe' now.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2014 8:33 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 20:33:44 -0400

The Hustle Award is common in the civilian world. It started decades ago with sports teams and slowly migrated to the corporate world. I guess the military is finally doing it too.

It's given to the employee or player who consistently puts in extra effort both mentally and physically, has a great attitude, and embodies the values of the organization.