The Value of NCOs
Curtis Mullin MBA
Educating Organizations on Scaling Sales, Building High-Performance Teams & Achieving Sustainable Growth | Transforming Businesses for Long-Term Success | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB)
The value of veterans in the workforce is often highlighted, with numerous articles on LinkedIn and other platforms extolling their virtues. However, an equally important yet less discussed topic is the unique experience and value that junior Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) bring to organizations that hire them. Junior NCOs are on the front lines, leading their soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines through critical situations. While they might not always be recognized for their decision-making, the decisions and actions of junior NCOs directly impact battlefield outcomes and daily operations in the garrison.
Junior NCOs excel at working with individuals from diverse economic situations and ethnic backgrounds, demonstrating exceptional performance under pressure. When organizations hire junior NCOs, they gain employees with invaluable skill sets. These individuals are adept at independent thinking, problem-solving, and excelling in management roles. Junior NCOs understand how to efficiently use resources and personnel to achieve success.
So, the next time you are looking to fill a management position, consider the benefits and experience that junior NCOs can bring to your organization. Their unique skills and leadership abilities can be a significant asset to any team.