What's the best way to prepare to be an NCO without having to shadow one?

SGT(P) Daniel McBride — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 22:11:21 -0400

I've recently become promotable and hopefully, I'll make it to the next rank. I've gotta be honest though, i'm a great leader and i am more than willing to lead soldiers. I'm just not sure if i've found my leadership style yet. And, to be honest, i have yet to find an nco in my unit that i could possibly shadow because....well, wont get into that.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2014 10:15 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 22:15:37 -0400

I'll say this, some of my greatest attributes as a leader I learned from my worst leaders. I remember taking mental notes saying "I won't do that to my Soldiers". You know, it's like living in the "one day when I'm in charge" moments. What you can do is never forget where you came from, because that's usually what happens. Soldiers get promoted and do the same sh** they hated to their Soldiers. So you can learn from the bad ones just as much from the great ones, learn what to do, and just as important, what not to do.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2014 3:20 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:20:56 -0400

It's perfectly acceptable to seek advice from personal outside your unit. Just keep in mind that there are several NCO's that find the last half of your post very disrespectful. Also if soldiers within your unit read this they will loose faith in the leadership appointed over them. This is an excellent website and valuable tool just remember to scan your sector before posting.

Very Respectfully

SGT Martin