Posted on Oct 15, 2015
Tell me about your favorite NCOs; what attributes did they possess?
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RP, tell me about your favorite NCO(s); and what attributes/characteristics they possessed.
You can add a short story if you wish, or simply a few sentences. Names are not necessary, only if you desire.
This posts aims to further layout some of the qualities of an NCO, so as to establish a pattern. This post helps to promote community within RP, as well as serve as a guide to NCOs to further develop them professionally.
My favorites have always had a stoic toughness about them, and then in the next moment could prove to have more emotion and passion that could only be described as inspiring. They were strict, but fair. Well versed, or could point you in the right direction if needed. Examples of loyalty, duty, respect,selfless service honor, integrity, and personal courage.
The were not afraid to get their hands dirty, to fully engage in the tasks that they are ordering others to do. They truly are the backbone of our Armed Forces.
You can add a short story if you wish, or simply a few sentences. Names are not necessary, only if you desire.
This posts aims to further layout some of the qualities of an NCO, so as to establish a pattern. This post helps to promote community within RP, as well as serve as a guide to NCOs to further develop them professionally.
My favorites have always had a stoic toughness about them, and then in the next moment could prove to have more emotion and passion that could only be described as inspiring. They were strict, but fair. Well versed, or could point you in the right direction if needed. Examples of loyalty, duty, respect,selfless service honor, integrity, and personal courage.
The were not afraid to get their hands dirty, to fully engage in the tasks that they are ordering others to do. They truly are the backbone of our Armed Forces.
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My favorite, and greatest loss, was my first Senior Chief when I made O-1. The taught me how to be a good officer much more than my O-Mentor. He did a good job of showing me how my enlisted appreciation could enhance my officer relationship with the community. The big thing was giving the NCO community the slack to run things. It was a relief that good NCOs made my job much easier and I could focus more on taking care of them vs. nitpicking them. So Ralph got me off on the right path early and I stuck to it.
It all fell apart when Ralph got very ill down in Antarctica. I don't ever recall crying so hard as I carried him out to the medevac. He was gone 2 weeks later. Well, not totally gone. I recall he'd still kick my ass every now and then through my career. Many a night I still tip my cognac in his direction.
It all fell apart when Ralph got very ill down in Antarctica. I don't ever recall crying so hard as I carried him out to the medevac. He was gone 2 weeks later. Well, not totally gone. I recall he'd still kick my ass every now and then through my career. Many a night I still tip my cognac in his direction.
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SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres
If I may ask, Did he pass away now Sir? Those bonds are unique but common throughout our Armed Forces. Thank-you for sharing Sir!
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CAPT Kevin B.
Ralph passed away two weeks after I carried him out to the 141. Turned out to be cancer. They had me do the eulogy at the base chapel following deployment. Another hard piece but the rest of the Chiefs community wanted me to do it. They took good care of me ever since. I'm thinking senior NCOs who pass become Angels with an attitude.
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SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres
LCDR (Join to see) - You ooze confidence Sir, but anyone in addition to yourself?
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LCDR (Join to see)
SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres - All seriousness like LCDR (Join to see) When you spend 24 years at multiple units and adventures it is hard to select just one but the attributes are easy to point out and are espoused by so many. Honor Courage and Commitment I know those sound like “Buzz” words and for some time were the core values of the Navy but they are real word and require real action both at sea and ashore. All of the good NCOs I worked for, with and managed espoused these values.
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They were intelligent, caring, but most importantly they lead from the front. Always, from the front.
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1stSgt (Join to see)
SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres , Of course. Marine promotion to Cpl is a huge deal that separates a young man/woman from the pack. The game in which you are involved changes and evolves pushing you to new levels.
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SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres
Excellent, i figured as much. 1stSgt, for a young Marine to one day get to your position, what advice would you have for him or her?
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1stSgt (Join to see)
The ball is always in your court. Never quit or give up and never stop leading from the front.
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SGT Jose Perdelia-Torres
1stSgt (Join to see) - Thank-you I hope Marines and those from all branches read this and strive to live by these words.
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