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Good morning, RP!
As some know, I am drawing closer to my promotion to Chief (E-9) on 1 June. I am so truly honored and humbled.
I have written about 2 pages of ideas for my speech (not my speech, just random thought jotted down), but wanted to work towards fine-tuning it. I turn to you all for your pearls of wisdom and suggestions. I do not like the spotlight, so I would love to keep it genuine, effective, a little fun (that's my battle rhythm), and pointed. Start with thanking the endless people that truly own that stripe that I am honored to receive, then hit some Chiefly nuggets and bow out gracefully. :)
In addition to those I tagged, please, ALL are more than welcome to share thoughts on speeches that they have given or enjoyed.
Thank you in advance!
CSM (Join to see) , CSM Michael J. Uhlig Uhlig, SGM (Join to see) , 1LT Scott Doyle , MSG (Join to see) , CMSgt Robert Gates , CMSgt (Join to see) , CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025 , MAJ (Join to see) , CPT (Join to see), CSM (Join to see) , 1LT John Martin , CSM (Join to see) , Lt Col (Join to see) l, CCMSgt (Join to see) , SFC Mark Merino , CSM Michael Evans , SMSgt Minister Gerald A. Thomas Thomas, CMSgt (Join to see)
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EDIT: (5/25/2015) Thank you so much for all the replies! If I didn't get to respond directly, I apologize.
I am one week from promoting (6/1); Ceremony to follow (6/4). I have drilled my speech down to three short paragraphs. First, thanks to the DVs and mostly family. Second, my anecdotal journey "here", paved with graveled road and razor ribbon. Third, what I will bring back to the troops. Oh, and an invite to local joint for plenty of food on me. (Drinks are not my thing.) :)
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EDIT: (6/5/2015)
The speech went incredibly well! I was super nervous, but there wasn't a dry eye in the room. I got rave reviews. I would post the speech, but I won't bore you all. :)
Thank you all again!! I am so grateful to you.
As some know, I am drawing closer to my promotion to Chief (E-9) on 1 June. I am so truly honored and humbled.
I have written about 2 pages of ideas for my speech (not my speech, just random thought jotted down), but wanted to work towards fine-tuning it. I turn to you all for your pearls of wisdom and suggestions. I do not like the spotlight, so I would love to keep it genuine, effective, a little fun (that's my battle rhythm), and pointed. Start with thanking the endless people that truly own that stripe that I am honored to receive, then hit some Chiefly nuggets and bow out gracefully. :)
In addition to those I tagged, please, ALL are more than welcome to share thoughts on speeches that they have given or enjoyed.
Thank you in advance!
CSM (Join to see) , CSM Michael J. Uhlig Uhlig, SGM (Join to see) , 1LT Scott Doyle , MSG (Join to see) , CMSgt Robert Gates , CMSgt (Join to see) , CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025 , MAJ (Join to see) , CPT (Join to see), CSM (Join to see) , 1LT John Martin , CSM (Join to see) , Lt Col (Join to see) l, CCMSgt (Join to see) , SFC Mark Merino , CSM Michael Evans , SMSgt Minister Gerald A. Thomas Thomas, CMSgt (Join to see)
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EDIT: (5/25/2015) Thank you so much for all the replies! If I didn't get to respond directly, I apologize.
I am one week from promoting (6/1); Ceremony to follow (6/4). I have drilled my speech down to three short paragraphs. First, thanks to the DVs and mostly family. Second, my anecdotal journey "here", paved with graveled road and razor ribbon. Third, what I will bring back to the troops. Oh, and an invite to local joint for plenty of food on me. (Drinks are not my thing.) :)
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EDIT: (6/5/2015)
The speech went incredibly well! I was super nervous, but there wasn't a dry eye in the room. I got rave reviews. I would post the speech, but I won't bore you all. :)
Thank you all again!! I am so grateful to you.
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Congratulations on the Promotion!! My best piece of advice is to be you and be sincere about it. It sounds like you have some good stuff and solid flow thought out! I know in several speeches from superiors I could tell when they were sincere and coloring in the lines (Thanking the academy type speech material). Let it come from the heart and let your actions once you wear the stripe show that you are a Chief, and not another E-9. Congrats again ma'am, I'm sure you will do great with your speech and as a Chief!
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The things to mention in a promotion speech:
1. Although I had a good family, even if you do not, hard work and a positive attitude is always effective.
2. The military is a good opportunity for someone of humble means to shine.
3. No matter your rank, always show leadership qualities, your superiors if they are competent and professional they will always appreciate it.
4. Always be the first in, last out.
5. No matter your rank, be the first to pick-up the broom, grab the mop clean the latrine/head.
6. I f you keep this in mind you will never fail to be promoted.
7. Be the best damn enlisted man in your unit, just because you are not in-charge does not mean you cannot set the example.
1. Although I had a good family, even if you do not, hard work and a positive attitude is always effective.
2. The military is a good opportunity for someone of humble means to shine.
3. No matter your rank, always show leadership qualities, your superiors if they are competent and professional they will always appreciate it.
4. Always be the first in, last out.
5. No matter your rank, be the first to pick-up the broom, grab the mop clean the latrine/head.
6. I f you keep this in mind you will never fail to be promoted.
7. Be the best damn enlisted man in your unit, just because you are not in-charge does not mean you cannot set the example.
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I feel it is worth mentioning that the post was entirely edited. The original one was irrelevant.
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Congrats!
This is a much shorter version of a speech I heard from a CMSgt when I was much, much (much) younger, but the image used made an impact.
"Each promotion is like a bridge being built, not only are you stretching to reach across a barrier, but you are also to bring those behind you, and those ahead of you closer together to accomplish the mission."
Bless you Chief Muchmore wherever you are today.
This is a much shorter version of a speech I heard from a CMSgt when I was much, much (much) younger, but the image used made an impact.
"Each promotion is like a bridge being built, not only are you stretching to reach across a barrier, but you are also to bring those behind you, and those ahead of you closer together to accomplish the mission."
Bless you Chief Muchmore wherever you are today.
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Adding, "Please do not throw me into the nearby water". Sounds like a plan, SGT Richard H. :)
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CMSgt (Join to see) Congratulations on a well deserved promotion, as others have stated the most important thing you can do is Thank your Troops and Families for their hard works and success that helped you earn this promotion along with many of theirs. Touch on those that may have mentored you and leave them with words of wisdom on how they can achieve the same in their future. Above all short and sweet is always appreciated by those standing in the hot sun in formation. Best of Luck
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Thank you, CSM! I will surely include those that got me here. Thank you so much.
Oh, and it is an air conditioned room. I am Air Force in Florida, afterall. Lol.
Oh, and it is an air conditioned room. I am Air Force in Florida, afterall. Lol.
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