Posted on Sep 23, 2015
SENIOR NCOs & PSGs: What qualities and actions do you look for in a young LT?
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Senior NCO
Platoon Sergeant
Leadership
Posted 9 y ago
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Trust me. In my mind, if you fail, I fail.
Don't ever talk down to me. I have earned my place among Marines and will assist you in earning yours.
Tell me when I piss you off, it is not my intent to ever piss you off or humiliate you, but when I do I have a correction coming.
Hold me accountable, you can bet your ass I will hold you accountable.
We are a team. Never disagree with me in front of the troops. That is for behind closed doors. I will help you develop the plan, but in front of the boys, it is your plan and I am there to support you in implementing it.
Don't ever talk down to me. I have earned my place among Marines and will assist you in earning yours.
Tell me when I piss you off, it is not my intent to ever piss you off or humiliate you, but when I do I have a correction coming.
Hold me accountable, you can bet your ass I will hold you accountable.
We are a team. Never disagree with me in front of the troops. That is for behind closed doors. I will help you develop the plan, but in front of the boys, it is your plan and I am there to support you in implementing it.
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Capt Richard I P.
1stSgt (Join to see) Your perspective is the one that makes the Corps the elite fighting force that it is. The SNCO-officer linkage is the single greatest cultural feature the Corps beats everyone else on....followed by combat orientation, toughness and dedication to mission.
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MSG Bo Lathrop
This is the perfect response for the question.
https://www.military1.com/army/article/647-dont-be-a-douche-15-rules-to-effectively-lead-a-platoon
https://www.military1.com/army/article/647-dont-be-a-douche-15-rules-to-effectively-lead-a-platoon
'Don't be a douche': 15 rules to effectively lead a platoon
We've received more than a handful of emails from people asking us to post our thoughts on leadership – mostly from seasoned NCOs who want us to use our powers for good instead of evil (at least every once in a while).This is a tough one for us to write, because in some ways it starts with
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Humility understand that we are a team. Be willing to listen be willing to work hard trust me that I'll give you the greatest platoon in the company
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Good question LT!!
My answer:
- work hard and serve others (servant leaders are infectious and become influential)
- listen to the Soldiers who do the job and support the mission
- be an example - don't fall into the lazy officer mode, (slacking in your appearance, physical fitness, etc). Soldiers are always watching and will hold you accountable to not what you say alone, but what you exhibit.
- stay close to your platoon Sgt, as his job is to mentor and advise you. If he is good, you will feel challenged to grow constantly. Understand, most PSGs have 10-15 years experience and you need that wisdom. Don't ever despise that!!
- don't ever adopt the island mentality (you need people to support and mentor you). The moment you think you are above reproach - watch out because your time will be short. Leaders must stay connected with people (soldiers). I have witness officers/NCOs get relieved with that type of approach.
Lastly, you will do fine LT. Taking the time to ask shows that you want to win. If you need advice reach out to me anytime.
1SG Narcisse
My answer:
- work hard and serve others (servant leaders are infectious and become influential)
- listen to the Soldiers who do the job and support the mission
- be an example - don't fall into the lazy officer mode, (slacking in your appearance, physical fitness, etc). Soldiers are always watching and will hold you accountable to not what you say alone, but what you exhibit.
- stay close to your platoon Sgt, as his job is to mentor and advise you. If he is good, you will feel challenged to grow constantly. Understand, most PSGs have 10-15 years experience and you need that wisdom. Don't ever despise that!!
- don't ever adopt the island mentality (you need people to support and mentor you). The moment you think you are above reproach - watch out because your time will be short. Leaders must stay connected with people (soldiers). I have witness officers/NCOs get relieved with that type of approach.
Lastly, you will do fine LT. Taking the time to ask shows that you want to win. If you need advice reach out to me anytime.
1SG Narcisse
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