Writing Assignment #1
What it means to be a Profession?
The words spoken of Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler captured what it means to be in a profession of the modern army professional. “Being an (Army Professional) means total embodiment of the warrior ethos and the Army ethic. Our Soldiers to live by an ethic when their leaders and mentors are not upholding the standard. These values form the framework of our profession and are nonnegotiable” (Excellence, 2014).
The Balancing Role of the Profession’s Leader
The United States military is a joint force that is comprised of volunteers who raised their right hand to defend the nation against foreign enemies. A volunteer force allows the Army Profession to be a proud vocation built on honor. Honor is stemmed from the seven Army Values. The Army Profession motivates, educates, and allows fellow peers to grow. The Department of the Army outlines that the Army professional be a Soldier with intellect in their field, integrity and dedication to serving others regardless of the
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A culture is a body of people who have the same beliefs and values that come together for the same cause. The Army states there are five essential elements that comprise the Army Profession-trust, military expertise, honorable service, stewardship, and esprit de corps. Each element creates the Army’s Culture. The United States Army was founded 14 June 1775. Through the decades past and present customs, doctrine, traditions have been passed through the written and verbal word ensuring the culture of the Army stays true. Doctrine outlines that six characteristics ensure a healthy culture is established that the first-line leader influences the climate of their organization. Sound leadership will make the climate of the organization succeed or fail. Climate that fosters development, well-being, incentive, and trust between peers through the ranks will have a strong culture. (Army, Department of the,