Mentoring on RallyPoint https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Piggybacking off another thread, I got this idea from <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="362208" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/362208-00z-command-sergeant-major-in">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a> (Thank you). I&#39;d love to start mentoring groups here on RP. RP in case you haven&#39;t seen it already will be rolling out a groups function. I say we take advantage of it in a constructive way and start a mentoring group. <br /><br />I see this being a number of different groups: a group for newer or younger servicemembers to get mentored by senior NCOs, a group for young LTs getting mentored by senior officers and NCOs, a group for veterans new to Federal Civilian service getting mentored by others who have been in Federal service a while. <br /><br />I would love input and feedback from you all. <br /><br /><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="163183" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/163183-11z-infantry-senior-sergeant-2nd-bct-3rd-id">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="12752" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/12752-ssg-christopher-freeman">SSG Christopher Freeman</a>, CPT Michael Barden, 1LT Scott Doyle, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="72831" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/72831-19z-armor-senior-sergeant">1SG Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="339587" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/339587-46z-chief-public-affairs-nco">SGM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="362208" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/362208-00z-command-sergeant-major-in">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="71914" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/71914-col-vincent-stoneking">COL Vincent Stoneking</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="137225" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/137225-255a-information-services-technician-354th-ca-bde-352nd-cacom">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a>, SSG Colette Simons, 1LT Sandy Annala Thu, 05 Mar 2015 10:05:29 -0500 Mentoring on RallyPoint https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Piggybacking off another thread, I got this idea from <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="362208" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/362208-00z-command-sergeant-major-in">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a> (Thank you). I&#39;d love to start mentoring groups here on RP. RP in case you haven&#39;t seen it already will be rolling out a groups function. I say we take advantage of it in a constructive way and start a mentoring group. <br /><br />I see this being a number of different groups: a group for newer or younger servicemembers to get mentored by senior NCOs, a group for young LTs getting mentored by senior officers and NCOs, a group for veterans new to Federal Civilian service getting mentored by others who have been in Federal service a while. <br /><br />I would love input and feedback from you all. <br /><br /><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="163183" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/163183-11z-infantry-senior-sergeant-2nd-bct-3rd-id">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="12752" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/12752-ssg-christopher-freeman">SSG Christopher Freeman</a>, CPT Michael Barden, 1LT Scott Doyle, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="72831" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/72831-19z-armor-senior-sergeant">1SG Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="339587" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/339587-46z-chief-public-affairs-nco">SGM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="362208" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/362208-00z-command-sergeant-major-in">CSM Private RallyPoint Member</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="71914" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/71914-col-vincent-stoneking">COL Vincent Stoneking</a>, <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="137225" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/137225-255a-information-services-technician-354th-ca-bde-352nd-cacom">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a>, SSG Colette Simons, 1LT Sandy Annala PV2 Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 05 Mar 2015 10:05:29 -0500 2015-03-05T10:05:29-05:00 Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 5 at 2015 10:55 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=513351&urlhash=513351 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I&#39;m in, for what it&#39;s worth. I think it is a great idea to actually back up our words with action but it will only be successful if there are individuals willing to be mentored.<br /><br />In a few cases, maybe RP could use &#39;mandatory&#39; mentoring as an option in lieu of suspension or expulsion for some members. CSM Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 05 Mar 2015 10:55:01 -0500 2015-03-05T10:55:01-05:00 Response by LCpl Sam Brake made Mar 5 at 2015 11:21 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=513395&urlhash=513395 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm in, assuming anyone wants my advice. I attended college for 8 years after the Marine Corp and racked up over 100k in student loans and that's with VocRehab paying for my undergrad!! The reality is that over 80% of open jobs today do not require a college degree. Industry certifications and experience are what most employers are looking for. The military often gives us the necessary experience but more often than not the industry certification is missing.<br /><br />Because of that, I've spent the last 18 months implementing workforce development programs for transitioning Service Members, National Guardsmen, Reservists and veterans. These programs provide the skills-gap training and industry certifications often needed to transition into a rewarding civilian career. Most programs are 1-2 weeks in length so there isn't a lengthy gap in employment. I have also formed many relationships with state DOL offices, Workforce Centers and grant recipients to ensure that eligible veterans have access to a variety of funding sources (GI Bill, Voc Rehab, WIA (WIOA), JD NEG, VEAP, HVRP etc.) so they don't have to pay anything out-of-pocket. LCpl Sam Brake Thu, 05 Mar 2015 11:21:46 -0500 2015-03-05T11:21:46-05:00 Response by COL Vincent Stoneking made Mar 5 at 2015 11:22 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=513396&urlhash=513396 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I would be interested. I think it would be important that the group posts only be accessible/visible to those who meet the group criteria. Reason: Frank discussion will be facilitated by semi-non attribution. Likewise, random people contradicting advice they don&#39;t like will move discussions from &quot;mentoring&quot; to internet free-for all. COL Vincent Stoneking Thu, 05 Mar 2015 11:22:16 -0500 2015-03-05T11:22:16-05:00 Response by SGT Jim Z. made Mar 5 at 2015 11:40 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=513435&urlhash=513435 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="31371" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/31371-68w-healthcare-specialist-combat-medic">PV2 Private RallyPoint Member</a> I think that is an awesome idea using the groups for mentoring purposes. I would be interested in seeing this concept be executed and if there is anything I can help with let me know. SGT Jim Z. Thu, 05 Mar 2015 11:40:49 -0500 2015-03-05T11:40:49-05:00 Response by SSG Christopher Freeman made Mar 5 at 2015 1:27 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=513710&urlhash=513710 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>This is a great concept, but could prove to be very challenging. The groups would benefit by having some guidelines to prevent it from getting overrun. There are some good groups of FB that could give a good jumping point for some guidelines. It isn't meant to deter, but ensure quality content. I'm all about helping this along. I have an active role in multiple NCO forums and will contribute in any way possible. SSG Christopher Freeman Thu, 05 Mar 2015 13:27:47 -0500 2015-03-05T13:27:47-05:00 Response by SPC David Shaffer made Mar 5 at 2015 9:37 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514577&urlhash=514577 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Great idea. SPC David Shaffer Thu, 05 Mar 2015 21:37:00 -0500 2015-03-05T21:37:00-05:00 Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Mar 5 at 2015 9:42 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514585&urlhash=514585 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Excellent idea. Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS Thu, 05 Mar 2015 21:42:20 -0500 2015-03-05T21:42:20-05:00 Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 5 at 2015 9:44 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514587&urlhash=514587 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'd participate. Let me suggest a group for personnel evaluations. MSG Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 05 Mar 2015 21:44:30 -0500 2015-03-05T21:44:30-05:00 Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 5 at 2015 10:50 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514691&urlhash=514691 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I think this is a great idea. You can learn a lot from others on here MAJ Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 05 Mar 2015 22:50:15 -0500 2015-03-05T22:50:15-05:00 Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 5 at 2015 11:30 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514745&urlhash=514745 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="31371" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/31371-68w-healthcare-specialist-combat-medic">PV2 Private RallyPoint Member</a> Lisa, count me in! This could become a positive, non-attribution forum that could many good things for all. Hope to see it kick off soon. 1SG Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 05 Mar 2015 23:30:31 -0500 2015-03-05T23:30:31-05:00 Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Mar 6 at 2015 12:20 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=514795&urlhash=514795 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Well this sounds interesting...I will be a disabled veteran in about 90 days! SPC(P) Jay Heenan Fri, 06 Mar 2015 00:20:04 -0500 2015-03-06T00:20:04-05:00 Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 6 at 2015 6:36 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=515072&urlhash=515072 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm in like Flynn. I think if we were to make a formal small group of soldiers that we could mentor it would be awesome. I would only hope that I could be service others out there. I have 14 years in from E-3 to O-2 so far. I would love to share the listens I learned so others may better handle the same situation. CPT Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 06 Mar 2015 06:36:53 -0500 2015-03-06T06:36:53-05:00 Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2015 3:45 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=520943&urlhash=520943 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Agree....and also that we need a more private forum-- SGM Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 09 Mar 2015 15:45:51 -0400 2015-03-09T15:45:51-04:00 Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jun 20 at 2015 2:54 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=759932&urlhash=759932 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I would be glad to see a PTSD group as their are many unknowns to PTSD and the MED Board process. MAJ Ken Landgren Sat, 20 Jun 2015 14:54:30 -0400 2015-06-20T14:54:30-04:00 Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 15 at 2015 10:30 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/mentoring-on-rallypoint?n=816362&urlhash=816362 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Piggybacking on this, I'm seeking advice from anyone who works in federal service about ways to advance. SES or Branch Chief? I'd like to plan ahead and do what I can to advance. PV2 Private RallyPoint Member Wed, 15 Jul 2015 10:30:28 -0400 2015-07-15T10:30:28-04:00 2015-03-05T10:05:29-05:00