Posted on Dec 17, 2014
What is the most important position in the military?
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Used to be the Mess SGT before we outsourced all the food service.
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In my opinion, I would say the Squad Leader/Team Leader (E-5/E-6) is the most important leader and the company commander is the most important commander in the military. These leaders are close enough to the Soldiers to make a difference but high enough to set a wide spread example.
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CH (CPT) Heather Davis
Absolutely it is that E-5/E-6 that sticks their neck out and mentors and develops the junior officers and junior enlisted! That is why it is so crucial to ensure that we protect them for doing what is right!
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The E5 "Buck Sergeant." They are the NCO that has the most influence over lower Enlisted Soldiers. They set the example and educate.
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The General:
Faster than a speeding bullet,
More powerful than a locomotive,
Leaps over tall buildings with a single bound,
Walks on water, and
Talks with God
The Colonel:
Just as fast as a speeding bullet,
More powerful than a switch engine,
Leaps over small buildings with a single bound,
Walks on water when it's calm, and
Talks with God on special occasions
The Lt Col:
Faster than a speeding BB,
Loses a tug-of-war with a switch engine,
Leaps over small buildings with a running start,
Swims well, and
Listens at a distance to the voice of God.
The Major:
Can load a gun properly,
Plays with train sets,
Leaps over Quonset huts with a running start,
Can do the Dog Paddle, and
Sometimes pays attention to what the Lt. Col. says,
The Captain:
Is not issued ammunition for fear of self-inflicted injury,
Recognizes a locomotive two out of three times,
Runs into buildings,
Can wade through water less than four feet deep, and
Pays no attention to what the Major says.
The Lieutenant:
Wets himself with a water pistol,
Says "Look at the Choo Choo,"
Trips over steps when entering buildings,and
Doesn't even notice when the Captain says something.
The NCO:
Catches bullets in his teeth and spits them out,
Kicks trains off the tracks,
Picks up buildings and walks underneath, and
Freezes water with a single glance,
He is GOD!
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CMSgt James Nolan
The funny thing is that I have a plaque from about 25 years ago that has that quote (a few minor changes) but essentially that quote. Â Semper Fi
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If I can choose only one, it's the Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff.
Then each of the Chiefs of Staff for the Services.
These GOs/FOs represent the military and are critically important to our success. They advocate and they represent. And, most of all, they get noticed by politicians (for example) and others.
Then each of the Chiefs of Staff for the Services.
These GOs/FOs represent the military and are critically important to our success. They advocate and they represent. And, most of all, they get noticed by politicians (for example) and others.
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Sir, difficult to say without defining the parameters more clearly. If we are talking tactically (a boots on the ground to meet mission approach) then it's at the E5/6 level. Those mid career service members who drive immediate mission/task completion. There should be due regard accorded to company grade officers as well in this arena.
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However, if we consider strategic issues, it has to be somebody who sees the organization at the 50,000 foot level, and has what it takes to lead the service as a whole. Clearly these are flag officers and their respective CSMs, and CMCs.
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It's probably about perspective.
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CH (CPT) Heather Davis
Absolutely Master Chief:
It is the E-5/E-6, that will tell it and stick to their guns!. When I have to check on the command climate I go to my first line of defense!
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I would have to say there's two. Bent over grabbing one's ankles. Or bent over spreading one's ass cheeks. Ever heard of BOHICA?
Bend Over Here It Comes Again
Bend Over Here It Comes Again
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SSG (Join to see)
Well SPC Thundercloud, I do try keep it lively. No sense in always acting like one has a stick up their ass.
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SPC Thundercloud, go to 'what is the most important leadership position in the military' thread and read what I wrote if you want another good laugh.
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SSG (Join to see) I could be looking at the wrong one but I just could not find your comment in that thread. 'what is the most important leadership position in the military'
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SPC Kenneth A. my response in the thread you're referring to is 'The Missionary..........I want that eye contact when I'm getting Blue Falconed'
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</font><p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;" class="MsoNormal"><font color="#000000" size="3" face="Calibri">On the enlisted side, I would say squad leader and platoon
sergeant. Doing this time, all Soldiers look up to you for purpose, direction,
motivation, inspiration, counseling and mentorship. Your Soldiers will remember
you for the rest of their lives. You only have one opportunity to take of your
Soldiers. When you fell to not care the first time, you will lose all of the
above attributes (in their eyes) I mentioned above. Be a leader and take of
care of ALL Soldiers. They deserve that leadership.</font></p><font color="#000000" size="3" face="Times New Roman">
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</font><p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;" class="MsoNormal"><font color="#000000" size="3" face="Calibri">On the enlisted side, I would say squad leader and platoon
sergeant. Doing this time, all Soldiers look up to you for purpose, direction,
motivation, inspiration, counseling and mentorship. Your Soldiers will remember
you for the rest of their lives. You only have one opportunity to take of your
Soldiers. When you fell to not care the first time, you will lose all of the
above attributes (in their eyes) I mentioned above. Be a leader and take of
care of ALL Soldiers. They deserve that leadership.</font></p><font color="#000000" size="3" face="Times New Roman">
</font>
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