Military And Professional Bearing Of A Soldier

This essay is written to explain what professional and military bearing are and their importance in the United States military. Military bearing means being able “time and space” and fully aware of the surroundings. When I hear the word “military bear”, I picture myself as a professional soldier. I also think that I can be formal while still being military-like. By definition, professional refers to “engaged primarily in a particular activity as their main occupation and not as their primetime”. Common courtesies involve giving hand salutes or standing at attention and/or parade rest. This applies to all military uniforms. This involves acting as if you are always being watched and understanding that your actions will be reflected on the entire Military. Mutual respect is the key to professional and military bearing. Your manner of walking and your speech are a reflection of how proud you are. The ability to project authority and self-confidence and maintain high standards. It is simply the ability to behave in the way leaders or soldiers require. Military bearing comes from pride. Military bearing determines how soldiers, leaders and the wider world see them. While on duty, military bearing does not end. Often, civilians are only allowed to have contact during off-duty. These are the days when civilians form their opinions on soldiers and the Military as a whole.

A soldier’s military uniform is the first impression that an individual or organization makes about him or her. First impressions are important. This is evident when you work with other Armed Forces branches. All service members are expected to respect the traditions of their branches and maintain our bearing. A military leader’s uniform is a first impression. You might be less trustful of a soldier or organization if you make a bad first impression.

Non-military service members must respect the rules of the military, and so are service members. Although many people respect service members, not all civilians have the same attitude. Many civilians have witnessed service members behave foolishly or not uphold their military standards. Every serviceman is the face of their branch. The public inspects servicemen with great precision. A single bar fight can ruin a military service branch. To illustrate, the media might report that the U.S. military did this to draw attention. This could lead to a change in public opinion about the military forces. The media love to lie and put the wrong military officer’s mistakes on the entire organisation.

Military personnel exhibit a strong attitude when they walk and interact with the public. Army Soldiers are taught to carry pride and have a strong outlook. Army Soldiers are expected adhere to the Army Values of loyalty, service, respect, selfless work, honor and integrity as well as personal courage. To convey their message, Soldiers use their diaphragms.

ADRP6-22 is the Army’s Leadership Manual. ADRP 6-22 describes leadership as an act of inspiring people and giving direction to help them achieve their goals. Military bearing and leadership work together to form a better unit. Junior soldiers are only as capable as the leaders they surround themselves with. Their soldiers will suffer if their leaders have a bad attitude and lack professionalism. Leaders who have a solid foundation and can think rationally to do well professionally are more likely to be successful in the future. Soldiers are prone to choose the leader they want to follow.

Leaders who are able to retain a sharp military mind will have a tremendous impact on soldiers. The ability to display pride in one’s military leadership will make soldiers feel more confident. Pride instils confidence in soldiers that the leader is tactically and precisely skilled. Leaders are trustworthy, confident, respectful. A leader is someone who inspires others and makes them want to become great leaders.

Noncommissioned officers are professional and lead. They present themselves professionally and with dignity when dealing with their superiors. They are proud to be called attention and hold their heads high. They expect the same from their younger soldiers. Noncommissioned officers who identify an issue, immediately knife-handle and profanes the soldier instantly lose their military bearing. The Army demands that the Noncommissioned officer be able to analyze the situation and decide what actions should be taken, not react on emotion. Marching is also a demonstration of military structure, unity, discipline, and bearing. Incorrectly, military personnel marching in disorderly manners.

A leader is not born. It is essential to practice professionalism every day and not let complacency and bad habits get in the way of professionalism. Complacency is when someone feels too secure in their job. You must always push yourself to achieve more and better results and remain open to learning. “If you inspire others to dream bigger, learn more, accomplish more, and be more, then you are a leader.” John Quincy Adams (Adams 1825). The best thing about being in military is the ability to make an impact on other soldiers.

Citations

Army department. (2012). Commanders in the military. (ADRP 6-22).

Rush, R. S. (2010). Guide for NCOs. Stackpole books.

John Quincy Adams (sixth US PRESIDENT, March 4, 1825 to March 4,1829)

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