Posted on Jan 16, 2016
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SGM Luther Thomas
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SFC (Join to see) the advice I always give Soldiers is pretty simple and that is do your best every day, get your education and never stop growing and developing. Whether you are taking the APFT, on a rifle range or in a PME class always do your best.
I also tell Soldiers that success leaves clues. If you look at most senior NCOs at the three star level they have taken the tough jobs and have done well at them. Look at the BIO of your favorite senior NCOs or the NCOs who have held the position you aspire to hold their BIOs will give you a roadmap.
Your career has three pillars and they are operational assignments, institutional training and self development. Be sure to grow in them equally.
I am on the global and would be glad to speak to you personally about your career.
Twice the Citizen, Army Strong!
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CSM Luther Thomas,

I will look you up and I greatly appreciate speaking to you here! You will be hearing from me more!

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Thank you SGM for reaching out to young soldiers.

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CSM William Payne
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Among seeking and accepting ever increasing, challenging positions, stay physically fit, lead from the front and excel in any military training to the best of your ability. Volunteer to complete in your unit's Best Warrior or Best Instructor Competitions and compete for induction into the Audie Murphy Club. Having spent time as a Drill Sergeant not only enhances your ability for promotion but is a common identifier among senior Army NCOs, active, reserve or guard. Last but not least concentrate on your civilian education. To the Chief of the Army Reserves this always seems to be one of those qualifications that is the determining factor that separates one candidate from the rest. Hope this helps. Good luck on your Reserve Career.
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Broadening assignments and leadership roles outside of your MOS. have experience at the tactical and strategic level. That's what I'm trying to do and maybe we'll be a command team together one day! Lol keep up the motivation
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That'll be great! I thank you for your statement ; means a lot!
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