A college-educated NCO corps is key to a stronger Army. AUP historian and former NCO Rob Williams, Ph.D., explains why protecting tuition assistance strengthens the profession and prepares Soldiers for life—in and out of uniform. Read more: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… U.S. Army U.S. Army TRADOC

The Army’s strength depends on Soldier readiness, and 1SG Daniel Darrt explains how improved nutrition education at every level can transform performance and recovery. Investing in nutrition is investing in the force’s future success. Read more: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… U.S. Army

Captains, Master Sergeants & CW4s, Are you looking for a broadening opportunity? Check out the Harding Fellowship 1 year grad school at KU J-School followed by 2 years as editor-in-chief of your branch journal before returning back to the force. lineofdeparture.army.mil/Harding/

The Army’s strength depends on its people. SGM Andrew Gregory writes that today’s unsustainable OPTEMPO strains readiness, impacts retention and challenges the well-being of Soldiers. Sustainable solutions start with proactive leadership. Read here: armyupress.army.mil/journals/nco-j…

Standards and discipline are the bedrock of the Army. In today's Muddy Boots article, CSM Jerry Dodson emphasizes how on the-spot corrections, done with dignity and respect, reinforce trust, professionalism and readiness. Read here: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… #NCOLeadership U.S. Army

High performance can come at a personal cost. MSG Leonard Grimes explains how building a strong system — a “village” — helps leaders overcome anxiety, enjoy their service and reach their full potential. Read more: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… #Armyleadership #Resiliency #NCOs

People are the most important asset in the Army. SGT D'Angelo Isaac explains how valuing and recognizing every Soldier – regardless of rank or role – strengthens unit culture and drives performance. Read more: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… #Peoplefirst #NCOLeadership

In today’s Muddy Boots article, CSM Jonathan Reffeor reminds us that trust is earned through relentless preparation, repetition and shared struggle. Training side by side, Soldiers become more than ready – they become unbreakable. Read here: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… 3rd Infantry Division

Leaders must understand the human behind the uniform. MSG Matthew Rouse shows how by sharing his own journey from high school dropout and troubled Soldier to a Sergeants Major Academy student. Read here: armyupress.army.mil/journals/nco-j… The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence U.S. Army TRADOC

The rise of individualism threatens Army cohesion, writes CSM Errol Brooks. Emphasizing shared purpose can reform Soldiers who are more focused on social media status and hair color than on the training and proficiency combat requires. Read on: armyupress.army.mil/journals/nco-j…

"A unit's mission doesn't define its value but its ability to learn, grow, and deliver," writes CSM Bryan D. Barker. An approach from the NCO's toolbox allowed his team to flourish in Afghanistan. Read now in his Muddy Boots article: armyupress.army.mil/journals/nco-j…

In the Army, Ret. MSG Marcus Taylor used the NCO Creed to inform his leadership, training, and professional development. Today, he shares his method for internalizing and applying the creed’s principles. Learn the 2-R.O.A.D.S. Framework: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… U.S. Army The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence

CASCOM CSM Marco Torres highlights growth opportunities for NCOs, from working with FedEx or Amazon in the Training with Industry (TWI) program to earning certification or becoming an Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T). Read his Muddy Boots article: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J…

In today's NCO Journal Podcast, Sgt. Maj. Andrew Gregory discusses his experience in high operational tempo environments and gives his thoughts on how it could be straining readiness. Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nco… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0oR0wB… DVIDS dvidshub.net/audio/87476/nc…

Examining the Battle of Okinawa reveals the pivotal role of effective joint planning in combat, SGM Jeffrey Wittenhagen writes. Analyzing the World War II campaign, he discovers lessons relevant to modern military operations. Read his insights: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J…

The Army should provide equal access to career-enhancing opportunities, SSG Austin Baker writes. He proposes promotion system revisions aimed at better identifying leaders at all ranks. Discover his ideas and perspective: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J…

In the latest Muddy Boots article, CSM Alexander Kupratty asks, “Whose job is it anyway?” Are the institutional domains solely responsible? No, he says. Experience, mentorship, and continuous learning are crucial. Read it here: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J…

The Army needs leaders of character. Developing them requires proper learning environments, modeling ideal traits, and encouraging a growth mindset, write Ret. CSM Robert Nelson, SGM Richard Russell, and SGM Christopher Becker. Read more: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… @NCOLCOE

Army Reserve families demonstrate resilience every day, writes CSM Gregory O. Betty. He reminds Soldiers to thank the people who pick up the slack when they’re gone. Read his Muddy Boots article: armyupress.army.mil/Journals/NCO-J… #ArmyReserve

Don't miss our upcoming discussion with CSM Andrew "AJ" Krogman, senior enlisted leader for Joint Special Operations Command, Friday, Aug. 15th, on the NCO Journal's Sergeant's Time Podcast. We host on all major podcasting platforms including Apple and Spotify.