Why Productivity and Time Management are important as a Commander pt2.

This week, I’ll expand on my first point “1. First things first.” In a perfect commander day, (no UCMJ or emergency Soldier issues that requires immediate attention) I first devoted time to my commander’s priorities.  I asked my 1SG and myself, are we prepared for the next…[Read more]

Chris- I thought you presented great best practices and honest assessments on your experiences managing maintenance, supply, the arms room. If not managed properly, these systems can create problems for any commander.

I like how you emphasized communication and established reporting timelines for your subordinates. Like you said, “don’t expect w…[Read more]

Chris- thank you for sharing you the lessons you’ve experienced early on in your command. I think both are critically important yet, they don’t readily surface as issues.

It’s great that you identified the importance of face-to-face and doing battlefield circulation. This is definitely a consideration for future commanders depending on their…[Read more]

Thanks @pstofan! @carsonjgregory did the attached help or were you looking for something more specific?

Als0- feel free to join in on the company command discussions and pose further questions!

@pstofan, @rakimball, @chris_s – this is great input and advice for others!

I really like the putting 1SG’s sig. block on the Leadership Philosophy. It demonstrates unity, especially if you continually reference it throughout command (as you should). I also think you bring up great questions for reflection that provide a great framework for the…[Read more]

@falcon6 – thanks for your input! I think we should spread the good word about JO Forum.

How long have you been in command?

Do you have Ft. Hood’s commanders course POC? I would love to reach out to them!