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Originally Posted by Go For Broke
Never be afraid to question the boss. Do it professionally, not like an idiot, but never be afraid to question him. The team will realize that you are fighiting for them. You may change the boss's mind...you may not, he can still tell you to execute...but at least you were fighting for the team.
Hope I am not overstepping any bounds, but I hope this is of some help to some new / future 18A...
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Good observations. A suggestion, when you think it is time to take on the boss make sure you have your stuff all together in the same kit bag. While I have always appreciated and encouraged team leaders to stand up and be counted and surface those items that are of concern to them and their team, I have eaten team leaders alive for coming in with a problem and not a recommendation to resolve their perceived problem. Think two echelons above your level and make sure you are aware of the big picture. While it is your commander's responsibility to provide you with his concept and intent of what he wants so that you can operate using intelligent initiative without having to rely on command supervision or oversight, it is your responsiblity to make sure you truly understand that aspect of the game plan. This is true in garrison or in the field. Remember it not the bosses job to care and feed for the monkey that you think is on your back. T
Jack Moroney-counselling that the size of your balls may be too heavy for your team to carry