Do you ever use your "Command Voice" at home or at work? What are the results?

LTC Gavin Heater — Sun, 31 May 2015 19:31:36 -0400

Do you ever "Sound Off" at home or at work and use your "Command Voice" outside of your unit? This can include getting someone's attention, disciplining someone or just "spouting off." I know that when I do use my "Command Voice" that I get immediate attention, but not always the intended response. What are your experiences?

Response by Col Lyman Faith made May 31 at 2015 7:35 PM

Col Lyman Faith — Sun, 31 May 2015 19:35:47 -0400

A long day. Came home and was asked a question by my wife. Without thinking, I responded in my command voice. Not recommended.

Response by MAJ Bryan Zeski made May 31 at 2015 7:40 PM

MAJ Bryan Zeski — Sun, 31 May 2015 19:40:03 -0400

I have teenage daughters, sometimes they only way they hear me is with the "Army voice."

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made May 31 at 2015 8:45 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Sun, 31 May 2015 20:45:53 -0400

I've been told before I am very loud anyway and my Grandchildren know that I'm "Easy" so it doesn't work. LOL!

Response by LCpl Mark Lefler made May 31 at 2015 8:47 PM

LCpl Mark Lefler — Sun, 31 May 2015 20:47:28 -0400

I was once complimented that I didnt need to be loud with my older child, that it was apparent that he knew he was in trouble when I simply said "come here." in that mafia quiet tone.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made May 31 at 2015 9:09 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 31 May 2015 21:09:47 -0400

Not casting a vote because none of the scenarios fit.

But, yes I have on a couple of occasions. And at least once I got DI close to someone. You know in your face.

Once was when we had a fire alarm malfunctioning in a hospital. Everyone was confused and I took charge to order a withdrawal to a safe location. People quickly complied.

Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made May 31 at 2015 9:54 PM

SPC(P) Jay Heenan — Sun, 31 May 2015 21:54:52 -0400

My "Command Voice" scares my kids, but my wife just gives me that look. It is currently unfair to my kids, so I try to keep it under control as the added stress of transitioning is messing with some of my 'issues' I inherited from the Army.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 31 at 2015 10:07 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 31 May 2015 22:07:38 -0400

My family is not too thrilled about it. Especially when my native profanity flows fluently!

At work, they look like fish hit over the head with an oar! ROTFL

Response by SSG Alleria Stanley made Jun 1 at 2015 10:30 AM

SSG Alleria Stanley — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 10:30:25 -0400

Interestingly, I find that I cannot bring my "Command Voice" out 'on command'.

It is used when the military situation requires it, either to get the attention of a large gaggle OR a lone misguided soul.

When it comes out at home, it may be the same type of situation (I long ago realized there is quite a similarity between children and young servicemembers.)

However, when it happens at home, if I don't realize it, my wife may give me the opportunity to review if it was appropriate.

Sometimes it is.

However, it's important if not always easy that the "Command Voice" is intended for those whom we *command*.