I'm curious if there are leaders out there that have genuine concerns about HOW to lead female Soldiers?

I was a Military Police for 25 yrs. I had female leaders and led many female soldiers during my career. All soldiers are led the same, with respect. Training is equal, responsibility is equal, duties are equal. Absolutely no preferential treatment under any circumstances. Do that and your soldiers, peers and leaders will respect you for your fairness and leadership.

In my experience, you lead the same, but are very aware of the differences. Not necessarily from my perspective, but the rest of the troops. Some females attempt to take advantage of the "lap doggs" that think by carrying her gear it will get them somewhere. As well as the males that may prey on the females and take advantage of them. I also never put myself in a position where my integrity was put into question. Meaning, I gave no special favors, took advantage, or was alone with a female where allegations could me made against me. From my point of view, I didn't care what you did or didn't have hangin', but could you do the job.

Absolutely, some of us have not had the opportunity to work with females. It can be intimidating at first, but it all works out eventually. I had some great female Soldiers that eased my transition. This is a great topic, and a genuine concern from what I have seen.