How do some units feel about CPLs? Is there any advice for possibly stepping into this new role?

My roommate got CPL and he let it go to his head. It’s an NCO rank for sure just don’t act like a tool bag with senior specialist in your platoon that know you. New privates or new specialists to the unit, uphold the NCO values like you would a 5 or 6.
I’ll be honest with you it’s kind of a worthless rank because it holds equal value to being a spec team leader except you get voluntold for all the fun NCO duties that you wouldn’t be working as specialist.

My time as a CPL (3 years) was the best part of my 6 year enlistment. Learning how to step out in front and take charge is what gave me the sense of direction and confidence to do what I’m doing now.

Basically you are a nvm for less pay spc CPL carry the same pay I just think spc is a pointless rank. My advice is to continue setting the example to the younger guys be a good leader and get your Sgt ASAP

Yes, you are becoming a leader, someone who others look up to. Lead by example!

Push Yourself harder. Make yourself known but not too well. keep a professional manner and meaning to all you do. and make sure the privates understand that you are a higher ranking individual. If you get a chance push yourself for the buck sergeant and go to BNOC training. That is a mistake that I did not accomplish before I got injured

Congratulations! What is the reason they are promoting you to CPL rather than SGT? That is important to the discussion. Is it TIS/TIG? Is it promotion points? Or, Is it that you haven't been to the promotion board yet?

My sole advice is to remember that you are no longer "one of the boys." Believe me they will test you because you and they have history. Be bold, confident in your abilities, and tough but fair with your soldiers. Continue to seek mentorship from your peer NCOs and Leaders. You are going to do just fine. Congrats again.