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I got an apartment off post without letting my leadership know. Now they want a copy of my lease. What should I do?

What is the policy concerning drinking off post while in uniform?

Can my chain of command make me bring my cell phone to work?

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Should I decline to go to the promotion board?

I would encourage you to go to the promotion board. I had numerous Soldiers tell me they were getting out and did not want to go to the board and then ended up staying in and they burnt the bridge …Read More

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New Barracks NCO – What Do I need to Know

It your resources together…see attached and also check in with your 1SG make sure you have their support and understand what their expectations are. Consider having a barracks meeting with all personnel to go over standards, policy, and procedures. Keep …Read More

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How can I get my orders deleted? My child has a life threatening condition.

I need my orders to be Deleted due to a dependent child life threatening medical condition, and due to Covid 19 he is at high risk as well, he recent has a mental crisis and depression requiring Stabilization and continuation …Read More

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Can I receive a Counseling Statement with Corrective Training and Still get an Article 15?

I received counseling statements, one says recommend Article 15 in the plan of action (first counseling) the 2nd counseling shows what to do to correct it in the plan of action. Can I still receive the ART15 if I am already being punished and it is not in the current plan of action?.. Read the Answer»

How to Complain and be Heard

Extracted from the “Military Spouse” written by Patrician Gerecht and CSM(R) Mark Gerecht. Usually spouses or service members who are having problems just want to be heard (perhaps just to vent) and be provided a reasonable degree of comfort that …Read More

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Failed APFT – On Permanent Profile – Can my flag be lifted?

I just received a permanent profile which prohibits me from taking all events (including alternate) on the APFT. I am currently flagged and barred for a previous APFT failure. Should my flag and bar be lifted due to the new permanent profile. Also I am not sure if this affects the situation but, I am also currently going through the MEB process. Any information would be greatly appreciated.. Read the Answer»

Planning a Major Inspection – Don’t Work Late

How to develop teamwork, build and grow your team in ways you never thought possible. One event can change how your unit operates going forward

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If I am Relieved Does My Chain of Command Have to Give Me a Relief For Cause?

Does a relief for cause have to come with an NCOER? I've been relieved of being a platoon Sergeant and I'm wondering what else is in store for me, I haven't received a relief for cause NCOER yet, but I'm wondering if there's another option to avoid tarnishing my NCOER record... Read the Answer»

Why are Equipment Inspections important?