The Captain’s Career Course, also referred to as CCC provides a rigorous course of instruction to prepare Company Grade Officers to perform the most difficult job our Army has to offer – leading Soldiers in combat. Following selection for promotion to the rank of Captain, Company Grade Officers normally attend their respective branch Captain’s Career …
In the military and many other organizations, commanding officers conduct a change of command between the incoming commander and the outgoing commander. The change of command ceremony is a formal passing of responsibility, authority and accountability of command from one leader to another. In the Army, the change of command ceremony is conducted at all …
In the Army National Guard and Army Reserves, most companies conduct a monthly training meeting at the unit armory. When it comes to Company Level Training Meetings in the Army, TC 25-30 is the best reference out there. I consider it to be the Training Meeting Bible. This short Training Circular provides everything you will …
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DA PAM 600-69 is the Unit Climate Profile Commander’s Handbook. Whether you are an Active Duty, ARNG, or USAR Commander, you should reference this DA PAM to educate yourself about the ins and outs of the Command Climate Survey. It’s a quick and easy read and will be well worth your time. As a leader, …
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When you first take Company Command, you are required to conduct a Command Climate Survey. In essence, a Command Climate Survey reveals the leader morale and Soldier morale within your company. In addition, the Unit Climate Survey also helps identify what is working well and what areas need to be improved. You should conduct a Command Climate …
In today’s post I want to educate you about the most common Company Commander duties and responsibilities. Please keep in mind that Company Commanders are ultimately responsible for everything that happens or fails to happen in their unit. The buck stops with them! Listed below are the “big things.” Keep in mind this is not an “ends-all” …
In today’s post, I’d like to share some tips on how to conduct a successful Army change of command inventory. Before you assume Company Command, you must conduct a formal inventory to properly accept accountability and responsibility for your unit’s equipment. Conducting a thorough, by-the-book change of command inventory will set you up for success, …
The first 90 days in Company Command are critical. In fact, the first 90 days of Company Command will ultimately determine your ultimate level of success as a leader. There’s a saying that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. When it comes to Company Command, that statement is definitely correct. …
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If you’re looking for a sample Company Commander Job Description you are definitely in the right place. You’re probably well aware that Company Commanders have lots of duties and responsibilities. Ultimately, they are responsible for everything that happens (or fails to happen) in their unit. Some of their most common responsibilities include mission planning, collective training, setting …
