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I am already promotable and need to add points, what do I do?

I recently went to the board and now need to add points. What are the procedures? I've already been integrated onto the Promotion Standing list and my current points are reflecting on my ERB but I need to add more... Read the Answer»

New Semi-Centralized Promotions System

Did you know that the Army is converting to a new Semi-Centralized Promotions System? All promotable and future promotable Specialists, Corporals and Sergeants are affected. On 17 May 2010, the Army G1 approved the changes to the process for calculating promotion points for …Read More

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Monday update

After being re-energized by a beautiful spring weekend here in northern Alabama, the AskTop team is ready for another week of Army leadership discussion.  We’ve received a number of reader-submitted questions these past few days including Do I have to …Read More

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Can my platoon sergeant take me off the promotion list?

I am promotable. My platoon sergeant gave me a counseling statement and told me I would not be getting my E-6. Can he do this?.. Read the Answer»

Do I have to follow the Plan of Action if I disagree with a counseling?

By disagreeing on a counseling statement that I signed, do I still have to do the plan of action?.. Read the Answer»

What reg says I can’t order a Soldier to sign a counseling statement

What Regulations states I cannot order a Soldier to sign a counseling statement?.. Read the Answer»

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Can I order a Soldier to sign a DA 4856 counseling statement?

Can I order a Soldier to sign a counseling statement?.. Read the Answer»

Proposed changes for the new NCOER system

Recently I was made aware the Army is considering changes to the NCOER system. The new system is scheduled for implementation by June 2012. I understand the following changes are being considered

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How do I report an improper relationship?

A Soldier in my unit is sleeping with a Senior leader's wife? How do I handle this?.. Read the Answer»

How do I clear a CBRN mask for an unconscious casualty?

I was asked a question recently and can't find the answer. If you come across a casualty who is unconscious in a CBRN environment, how do you clear their mask?.. Read the Answer»

Can I fire MK19 40mm grenades from the M203?

I have a bet going with a buddy. Can you fire MK19 40mm grenade out of the M203?.. Read the Answer»

Can my unit revoke my EOD badge?

Hey, my chain of command is threatening to revoke my EOD badge. Can they really do that?.. Read the Answer»