What do you think is the best way is to gain the repect of your men?
What did your CO do to gain your repect? Besides being a higher rank then you.
2006-12-13 03:35:41 · 11 answers · asked by jack 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I think I am a little to parent like....... I'll work on that.
2006-12-13 03:46:31 · update #1
Lead by example is the best way. Everyone in the military remembers that jackass of a PS who sat around all day and didn't help you with anything, or the PS who isn't afraid to get under that Humvee and help you out with a PMCS. A good NCO will always get dirty with his soldiers. Be fair and respectful to your soldiers, get to know them and their problems. Even if you like a certain guy in your platoon a bit more than an other don't be bias. Its the same with CO's get around and know you soldiers and their problems. The best CO I ever had wanted to learn about the intercom system in a Bradley he climbed in it with me and just let me do my job I told him how it worked and how to troubleshoot it and he was the one getting his hands dirty.
2006-12-13 03:51:59 · answer #1 · answered by Comnec1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In order to gain respect, it must first be given. Respect is given not earned. Regardless of what you say or do, I must GIVE my respect to a certain individual. For your subordinates to respect you, you must be willing to do what you ask of others. True leaders must first follow in order to eventually lead. Never ask others to undertake a task that you haven't or are unwilling to do yourself.
I had a CO who set the example by his actions. He geniunely cared about his troops, and lead from the front. Of course it did help that he himself was prior enlisted. He never forget where he came from even though he was the CO. One time in an undisclosed location our CO lead our company during some serious riots. He got his gear on, and lead from the front sustaining numerous injuries, but inspiring his subordinates to follow his lead. There wasn't a soldier in the company who wasn't willing to lay it all on the line for our CO.
Respecting rank doesn't mean respecting the person wearing it. If you can respect the person, the rank doesn't matter.
2006-12-13 12:31:20 · answer #2 · answered by saegc7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To gain my respect, my CO would have to show that he actually gave a damn. I had one CO who would walk around all the shops each week just to say hello and get to know us. He would remember I had kids and ask how they were. By showing that he cared about his people, we all worked harder for him. You can bet your life we didn't want his jet to go down. But on the other hand, he can't be TOO personable where he becomes a friend rather than a boss. Stopping by to say hi is one thing, becoming drinking buddies is another.
2006-12-13 12:22:28 · answer #3 · answered by jenhatesnick 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Walk the walk...live by the NCO Creed..."No one is more professional than I. I am a Non-Commissioned Officer, Leader of Soldiers. As a Non-Commissioned Officer I realize I am a member of a time honored corp, which is known as the "Back Bone" of the Army. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are Professionals, Non-Commissioned Officers, Leaders!!!! HOOAH!!!!
2006-12-13 11:41:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to get respect from your men is to set the example. Always be fair and even handed.
Most of my CO's only got my respect because of rank. There were two that I would gladly follow to hell and back without question................
2006-12-13 11:40:53 · answer #5 · answered by tallerfella 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lead by example, stay mission oriented, remain aware that you are the boss and not your mens' buddy. Almost at time like being a parent
2006-12-13 11:42:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you stand in front of your soldiers and say that a regulation says something, make sure that it actually does. Your soldiers will look it up in a heartbeat, and if you're wrong, you'll lose all credibility with them instantly. If you want to make policies, that's fine, but don't blame them on fake regulations.
2006-12-13 12:53:48 · answer #7 · answered by DOOM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hard work and strong leadership by example. It worked for me when I was an NCO
2006-12-13 11:39:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont have their back.. HAVE THEIR FRONT!!!... get in trouble for them once in a while.. let them know you will defend them in any situation and treat them like people... your team.. because that is what they are... give them 120 percent... and they will give you 150!!
2006-12-13 12:31:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
stick up for them and do what you can to give them as much time off as you can. my detachment we will skip pt once a month or so and go have breakfast. it is also great for team building.
2006-12-13 12:18:10 · answer #10 · answered by sand runner 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋