Don’t Get Discouraged: first do not to get discouraged. The great part about the military is someone is always rotating to a new position. The sergeant will rotate to another unit, typical tours overseas are 3 years. The sergeant may …Read More
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PRE-ORDER GHOSTS OF THE VALLEY
We are now taking pre-orders for Ghosts of the Valley, a compelling account of one Soldier’s journey through combat and redeployment. A must read for anyone that is deploying, has deployed, or is interested in understanding the war in Afghanistan …Read More
Can a Leader SMOKE a Soldier?
This subject is covered under AR 600-20 paragraph 4-19. And FM 7-22. Please pay special attention to 4-19b(3)(a) of AR 600-20. Basically, smoke sessions are not authorized as they are a form of punishment. With that stated leaders can use …Read More
What is the recovery time for a profile?
I am on a profile. How long do I have to recover before I have to take the APFT?.. Read the Answer»
Do I have to pull Staff Duty while pregnant?
You are authorized to pull staff duty as long as it is within the limits of your profile. If you have concerns or require special consideration you should consider speaking with your doctor and chain of command
Can I request a Stand By Advisory Board (STAB) if my IPERMS / OMPF is missing documents?
A Standby Advisory Board might be allowed. I would suggest you read: AR 600-8-19 for the items that justify a Standby Advisory Board (STAB).
Welcome Aboard MSG(P) Christopher Miller
Asktop would like to give a warm WELCOME to MSG (P) Christopher Miller. Chris is a Subject Mater Expert in Leadership, Training, and Mentoring. Here is some information about Chris. Chris Miller is an active-duty Master Sergeant (Promotable) and has …Read More
Can my unit force Soldier to make or provide cookies for a Unit Organziational Day?
I just received an email containing an OPORD for a Battalion Org Day. My shop was tasked with providing cookies for the entire Battalion (over 700 PAX). Can my leadership do this? I was under the impression that units cannot require soldiers to expend funds for these types of events. They may WANT us to provide cookies but can they MAKE me provide cookies? Thank you .. Read the Answer»
Can any Leader inspect a Profile?
I have searched in AR 40-501 manually and searched using keywords. I cannot find where in the regulation it states any leader can inspect profiles. I see information for commanders and knowing their soldier’s physical ability, but even then, nothing on inspection of physical profiles. Please advise.. Read the Answer»
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