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Old 01-24-2013, 21:14   #46
ZonieDiver
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Originally Posted by The Reaper View Post
Because it isn't rank normed.

A 45 y/o Bn CO or CSM isn't going to be doing the same job as a 25 y/o team guy.

Supervisory positions require more experience and less brute strength, if done properly.

Lots of wear and tear comes with those years and experience, and hopefully, some understanding.

TR
True that. But, aren't there some "40-something" team guys? Don't "we" set ourselves up for a male-female debate with a young-old debate - if the standard is being able to do the job or not?
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