How do you feel that you helped those you led: in the military?....in civilian life?

I have tried (and continue to try) to help everyone who works for me. For some that means getting them ready to be promoted. For others that means getting them the skills they need, school they need, etc. for when they get out.

The disparity between the two isn't a decision I make myself, but rather based on conversations with them. If I have Sailors or Marines working for me that plan to get out, I make sure that they really want that and aren't just disenchanted with a current job. However if they fully plan to get out, I emphasize to them the importance of leaving on a good note.

For everyone I ensure that they understand the benefits they have the right to and that they have the opportunity to take advantage of programs set up for their success such as Tuition Assistance.

I feel that most who have worked for me would say I fought for them and helped them in some way. My goal is to improve the situation I found them in, the same as it is to leave my job in better shape than it was when I arrived.

In the military, I feel like my guys would say that I was a fair leader. I'm pretty sure that has careered over to my civilian career as well as my involvement in Veteran issues. I think I've helped others in all these areas by leading by example.

The life lessons I taught them.