What advice do you give to new commanders?

SMSgt Tony Barnes — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 00:54:22 -0400

Three retired CMSgts and I offer this up.

Response by SMSgt Tony Barnes made Jul 31 at 2015 12:55 AM

SMSgt Tony Barnes — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 00:55:04 -0400

http://www.wikinut.com/7-pieces-of-advice-for-new-commanders/spdjmb8j/3c_w9-cv/.

7 Pieces of Advice for New Commanders

New commanders can fail if they don't consider a few things from three chiefs and a senior.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jul 31 at 2015 1:06 AM

COL Charles Williams — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 01:06:07 -0400

SMSgt Tony Barnes Your 7 gems are all good ones!!! I would also add, "remember (1) it is not about about you," it is about your organization, and your troopers. (2) Model, by personal example, a balanced lifestyle, because we want troops to know our families matter too. (3) Walk the walk, don't just talk the talk - so, lead by personal example. Troops pay attention to what you do, not just what you say. (4) Keep it simple, and focus on making a difference everyday, and on leaving the organization better you found it. Thanks Tony!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 8 at 2016 10:43 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 22:43:04 -0400

I was told once that this unit, the guys are like a race horse and the officer is just the jockey. A racehorse needs a jockey, but don't ride it into the ground or treat it poorly. Don't let it get fat, but keep it race ready and don't break it. When the jockey is gone, the unit is still there waiting for the next jockey.

Response by 1stSgt Dan Valdez made May 26 at 2018 10:28 AM

1stSgt Dan Valdez — Sat, 26 May 2018 10:28:46 -0400

Love your troops like family. Set an example every day, and never forget to smile! You have the greatest job in the world!- Leading the greatest troops protecting the greatest country.

Response by CWO4 Homer Callicutt made Jun 21 at 2018 6:32 AM

CWO4 Homer Callicutt — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 06:32:55 -0400

Take care of your people, your career and your family.

Response by CWO4 Homer Callicutt made Jun 21 at 2018 6:34 AM

CWO4 Homer Callicutt — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 06:34:51 -0400

Take care of your people, your career and your family.

Response by SGT Daniel Rodriguez made Jun 23 at 2018 10:12 PM

SGT Daniel Rodriguez — Sat, 23 Jun 2018 22:12:02 -0400

Let the NCO ran the Company

Response by SGT Daniel Rodriguez made Jun 23 at 2018 10:13 PM

SGT Daniel Rodriguez — Sat, 23 Jun 2018 22:13:02 -0400

very True

Response by SMSgt Bruce McDowell made Jun 25 at 2018 12:02 PM

SMSgt Bruce McDowell — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 12:02:42 -0400

Get out and go eye balls on troops they will certainly give more respect to, commanders call are IAW AFI I’m talking get out and press some flesh.

Response by 1SG Gene Galvagni made Aug 7 at 2018 7:47 PM

1SG Gene Galvagni — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 19:47:14 -0400

Sir, you may own this company, but I run it. Let’s work together.

Response by SSG Shoyn Jones made Oct 12 at 2018 8:29 PM

SSG Shoyn Jones — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 20:29:16 -0400

Make sure that you as a commander that you’re troops are ready for the PT tests and keep the PT program for your unit very interesting and safe for all of your troops!!!

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Oct 13 at 2018 1:51 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Sat, 13 Oct 2018 13:51:42 -0400

Find innovative ways to say thank you.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 14 at 2018 1:40 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 13:40:37 -0400

1. Dont come in acting like you are part of the family earn that place.
2. See what needs to be fixed and truly listen to the enlisted side when they tell you something.
3. Trust the NCO chain and dont micro manage if it dosent need it.

Response by SFC Byron Perry made Nov 3 at 2018 9:54 PM

SFC Byron Perry — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 21:54:16 -0400

Listen to your Senior NCO's!

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 23 at 2019 2:01 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 14:01:53 -0500

Consult with your JAG, he is not there to get you in trouble, but keep you out of trouble!