So you just finished writing an evaluation report and you sit back and gaze upon the masterpiece you created. It took you all of 15 minutes to finish–you begin to wonder why people have such a hard time writing evaluation …Read More
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Suspended NCO: When should we execute the Relief for Cause?
I have an NCO who is currently suspended from duties pending the outcome of an investigation. At what point should we execute the Relief For Cause?.. Read the Answer»
Can chapter actions be suspended like Article 15 punishment?
I have a Soldier who I believe could recover from his mistakes and become a good Soldier. He is in the process of being chaptered. Can the chapter action be suspended like an Article 15 punishment?.. Read the Answer»
Can I tell my NCO to piss-off?
I have about one week left in the Army and my squad leader is driving me nuts. I'm not really doing anything wrong. Can I just tell him to piss off? Can they really do anything to me?.. Read the Answer»
Can I be verbally counseled and then formally counseled for the same offense?
Can I be verbally counseled for an incident then formally counseled two months later for the exact same thing? To top it off, they told me I will face a reduction board... Read the Answer»
Solving Army leadership problems professionally
When you are up against a problem in your unit, how do you react? This article contains some great tips about how to cope with an issue and resolve it in a professional manner.
My previous unit did not complete my NCOER, how do I recover?
My unit never completed my NCOER from my last deployment and now I am in a new unit. I am preparing for the SFC selection board. What should I do?.. Read the Answer»
How do I squelch a complainer?
I have a Soldier who constantly complains no matter the situation or the solution. Today he complained about PT and how it was not conducted properly. How do you deal with a guy like this who does not listen... Read the Answer»
Army reception and integration counseling
Some of our readers have requested information on Reception and Integration Counseling. Let’s take a few moments to outline the process. I hope this information is useful and provides you with a firm foundation. Remember, as leaders, you set the …Read More
Should I pretend I didn’t see my E-6 push my E-5?
A few days ago my E-6 and E-5 got into a heated discussion. My E-6 pushed the E-5 and the E-5 told the E-6 "Don't you 'F'ing touch me again." Long story short the E-5 is getting an Article 15 for disrespect and the E-6 denied he pushed the E-5. What should I do?.. Read the Answer»
Soldier is underweight, is this a problem?
I have a soldier who looks really underweight and I haven't seen a counseling for underweight but I've heard that their are some out there. Can anyone assist me in finding or writing one?.. Read the Answer»
Recent Articles
- I recently received an Article 15 and I am due to ETS in 2 months but my unit wants to chapter me. Can they do this?
- If I receive quarters for 24 hours when am I required to report to work?
- My chain of command frequently puts out information after 2000 hours is there anything I can do to get them to do it during formation or a reasonable hour?
- Is it true when a new leader takes over I get a fresh start and my previous counselings no longer matter?
- My wife is pregnant and I will be going to the gas chamber will it be safe for me to do it?
Recently Answered
- What action is taken when a Soldier marks disagree and provides a rebuttal statement?
- Can a Soldier flagged for over weight be deployed?
- I was in a motorcycle accident and my chain of command directed that I perform over 100 hours of riding mentorship before I can use my cycle again by myself. However no one will mentor me. What can I do?
- I have refused to get vaccinated for religious reasons. I am being told I will receive a dishonorable discharge. Is this true?
- I have a Soldier that arrived at the unit and the BN will not let the Soldier take PTDY for house hunting but they allow everyone else to do it. What can I do as the commander?
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