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NCO Journal February 2025 Articles

The official magazine of noncommissioned officer professional development

Digitalize Your Brain!

By Micheal Clowser

The Army must evolve with technology to maintain its advantage. Michael Clowser discusses how leveraging GenAI can enhance decision-making and battlefield readiness.

Article published on: Feb. 28, 2025

Be Present and Show Genuine Care

By Sgt. Maj. Victor C. Carambot and Master Sgt. Shane R. Payne

Being present is the foundation of leadership. Soldiers trust their leaders not just with missions but with their well-being. Showing up in their most challenging moments isn’t optional — it’s what great leaders do.

Article published on: Feb. 21, 2025

Lessons from Air Force PME

By Master Sgt. Nicole B. Moates

“What could the Air Force possibly teach me about leading?” wondered MSG Nicole B. Moates as she began a course at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. But she discovered management and emotional intelligence insights she thinks could help the Army.

Article published on: Feb. 19, 2025

The Power of Discipline

By Sgt. Andraya J. Mai, Sgt. Aleisha J. Matias, Cpl. Abiel J. Cantu, Cpl. Lillian R. Knipp, Cpl. Davion J. Marsh, and Spc. Bernard A. Larrabee

NCOs play a crucial role in strengthening discipline across the Army. By enforcing standards, cultivating good order and discipline, and fostering accountability, they ensure Soldiers’ readiness for the challenges ahead.

Article published on: Feb. 18, 2025

SFABs and the NCO Corps

By Command Sgt. Maj. Charles Smith & Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Robert

Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFABs) offer NCOs the chance to operate beyond their traditional echelons, fostering professional growth while advancing strategic objectives on the global stage. Learn more and discover how to join the community!

Article published on: Feb. 14, 2025

Striking a Balance: Leadership Versus Management in the Modern Army

By Staff Sgt. Kevin S. Rasins

Effective leadership and management in achieving mission success and operational readiness, particularly for NCOs is vitally important in today's fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Although leadership and management are often used interchangeably, they have unique roles. Both leadership (inspiring and motivating troops) and management (organizing resources, planning, and executing strategies) are essential for success, but one cannot ensure victory without the other.

Article published on: Feb. 12, 2025

From Data to Wisdom

By Sgt. Maj. Jorge A. Rivera

Some Soldiers want to share their knowledge through writing, but facing research overwhelms them before they begin. SGM Jorge A. Rivera breaks down the research process step by step.

Article published on: Feb. 7, 2025

Forged in Combat: Insights from SF NCOs

By Sgt. 1st Class (Dr.) Daniel W. Ross, DM, MS, NRP

This article focuses on U.S. Army Special Forces NCO leadership strategies during the war on terrorism. It aims to inspire discussion, motivate NCOs to apply the findings, and promote higher education within the NCO community through opportunities like the Patriot Scholarship at Colorado Technical University.

Article published on: Feb. 5, 2025