Posted on Aug 25, 2015

What hard knocks did you have early in your career that helped you be the leader that you are today?

CH (CPT) Heather Davis

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CPT Chris Loomis

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Uhm..... I had to learn tact.... That there is a time and place to just keep my big fat mouth shut.

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CH (CPT) Heather Davis

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I was an E-3 for three years. I could not figure it out!!

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SGT (Join to see)

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Indeed. Even when you are in a company that youelieve you can trust people... you can't. People are assclowns, and the Army used to be a brotherhood - is now a career ladder.

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CPT Chris Loomis

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PO1 Brian Rhoades You and I are cut from the same clothe! I agree with what you're saying.

As disciplined as I am. (Humbly) As well read as I am. As thoughtful and analytical as I am. As prudent, practical and diplomatic as I am. As eloquent as I can often speak.... Sometimes sh** just flys outta my mouth! LOL!

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CH (CPT) Heather Davis

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Due to I was an E-1, WO1, and O1E, I learned the importance of being connected, corrected, and protected. BLUF, If your leaders do not have a professional relationship with you it is easy to be labeled and misunderstood.

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CH (CPT) Heather Davis

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I thank God for Rally Point, I graciously ask for guidance and I believe in paying forward. It is vital to encourage, develop, and mentor our next generation of leaders. Transactional leaders care about the task. Transformational leaders care about the development of the person.

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