A vastly underutilized planning strategy for training within the Army is the 8 step training model.

Just like a long rifle isn't the best choice of weapon for every situation, using the same approach to counseling every time isn't the best

So what happens when you are TDY, in a school, or go on leave? How do you complete a counseling for your Soldier?

That happened 6 months ago!" Great, I'm sure that won't set me up for failure in the board tomorrow... Can you relate?

I know what you're thinking and you're right. There is a big problem with Soldiers not getting the awards they deserve just because rank

Can an award be downgraded or denied based on rank? This article shouldn't even exist, but here we are.

Are you struggling with writing award bullets for someone else or, more likely, yourself? Maybe you just can't think of much to write

What is the best way to file a complaint, give constructive feedback, or let management know about your experience whether good or bad?