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Originally Posted by JKLNHYD
I'm a career Navy member having spent the first 15 years as an enlisted member before receiving a commission and over those 15 years it was obvious that the BEST Naval Officers are those who were enlisted for some portion of their careers. You have to understand the turmoil the enlisted folks go through to be the best Officer you can be. Basic leadership.
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The BEST officers in all the branches are those who respect their SNCO, NCO, and soldiers/sailors/airmen/marines. I've seen both sides of the coin on prior enlisted. Ones that keep the understanding of what it's like to be enlisted, and ones who treat their enlisted like crap (because that's what they went through). It's really a wash.
Just remember that your subordinates are people and you can't accomplish your mission without them. Take care of your people, and they will take care of you.