What advice can you give for a new NCO to become a better leader?

Do not consider your leading style to be important. If you hope others will follow and obey due to YOUR leadership style, you will fail. It is not your subordinates jobs to appeal to your leadership style, it is your job to appeal to their needs and motivations as followers to drive them forward.

Take an interest in your Soldiers. Really get to know them, train them, even learn from them. Set the example by being present, hold your Soldiers accountable and hold yourself accountable. The biggest mistake I see young NCOs make is that they get comfortable and think they’ve “made it”. No no need to work anymore. Counsel your Soldiers, not for behavior but for development. Make clear what you expect and what they can expect of you as their leader then ask them to hold you accountable. But most of all, CARE.

Be yourself

Remember that you came up through the ranks to the position/rank you are currently at. Always praise in public and punish in private. Treat your subordinate with dignity, courtesy and respect and you will find out that it will go a long way and most of the time, they will always have your back in any situation.

first off, ensure help soldiers in their issues, and once you submit their.paperwork. always take care of them but of course reward.them if they did good and recommend punishment if its habitual, and they dont listen. earn the respect. once you gave them task,.check afterwards and if they are not done, take your own time. always lead in the front, not on the back.

Continue to improve!

Others have responded with: (1) Setting the example; (2) Seeking a mentor; (3) Learning form your mistakes; (4) knowing weaknesses, and so many other tidbits.

But, most of all exemplify the Golden Rule. To get respect - give respect. Setup those you will be leading - for success!!! Give your soldiers every opportunity to achieve success. Be a straight shooter!

Also, know the regulations, never assume. Read them for yourself and "be prepared". You don't have to have all the answers, but you need to know where to find the answers.