Reading Time: 5 minutesThe Army Change of Command ceremony is a pivotal moment. It marks the formal transition of leadership, authority, and responsibility from one commander to another. Whether the ceremony is happening at the company level or for a larger Army unit, it’s a significant occasion that underscores the continuity of leadership and reinforces the commitment to … Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesAmong all the duties and responsibilities a Company Commander has, developing his/her XO is one of those that is sometimes overlooked. Being an XO is a thankless job, and all too often Commanders often rely on them to take care of the day to day operations of the Company, but neglect to mentor or develop … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesAssuming that you’re about to take command of a company and have a First Sergeant who’s been there for a while, he or she will be one of your best sources of information about the unit. You’ll certainly want to be able to hit the ground running. You also want to know that you and … Read more
Reading Time: 19 minutesIn this post, I want to cover the HHC Company Commander duties, responsibilities, and job description, along with some of the unique challenges that come with commanding a Headquarters and Headquarters Company. If you’re getting ready to take command of an HHC, the first thing you need to understand is that HHC command is different … Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesCompany Command: The Bottom Line is a classic book for aspiring Company Commanders. I first read this book about a year before I took command. One of my peers recommended it, so I went on Amazon and bought a copy. When I got it in the mail, I read it in two settings. If you … Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn this post, I would like to discuss Army Company Mottos. If you are a Company Commander or First Sergeant, you should come up with an Army Company Motto for your company. This is the phrase or “greeting of the day.” The motto is used in formations, when addressing a superior and as the salutation … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you are a Company Commander, you must have a unit newsletter. Your unit newsletter helps you communicate effectively with your Soldiers and family members. In my opinion, communication is a key attribute to leadership success in any organization. One of the biggest challenges for part-time Company Commanders is “information flow.” Because most of your … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesPrior to taking Company Command, Company Commanders must meet a variety of requirements. One of those requirements includes the Company Pre-Command Course. Prior to assuming command, you must enroll you in the company level Pre-Command Course. The Pre-Command course is a 40-hour block of instruction designed to help future Company Commanders and First Sergeants prepare … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn today’s post, I’d like to discuss Army Company Training Meetings. This advice is geared for Army Reserve and Army National Guard Company Commanders, but will also benefit Active Duty officers. Personally, I don’t like company training meetings. No, I take that back. I hate company training meetings that accomplish nothing and wastes my time. … Read more
Reading Time: 6 minutesListed below are some tips for Company Commanders serving in the ARNG and USAR. You don’t need to incorporate every idea I mention to be an effective Company Commander, but some of these can ideas can have a huge, positive impact in your company. Here they are, in no particular order. In the U.S. Army, … Read more