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Socializing New Soldiers in Quarantine: We Must Do Better
By Josh Bowen A mentee of mine who recently graduated from West Point and just completed her Basic Officer Leadership Course finally arrived at her first duty station. Exciting! Unfortunately, due to our current COVID-restricted environment, she...
MG JP McGee Recommends Five Books All Leaders Should Read
In the third episode of our second season, From the Green Notebook sits down with the Director of the Army Talent Management Task Force, Major General JP McGee, to discuss the purpose, construct and future of the Commander Assessment Program, as...
Why Suicide Awareness Falls Short
By Trevor Woods As the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan wind down, the suicide epidemic among veterans and still-serving military is gradually replacing the tragedies of war. Record-high numbers of military and veteran suicides receive little media...
Brandon and Harper’s Pink Ukulele – Longing for Carolina
Editorial note – This blog post is part of our Scribbles series. If interested in submitting creative content, view our guidelines here or contact Cassie Crosby at cassie@fromthegreennotebook.com. Brandon Temple is a Major, currently serving...
Season 2, Ep.4: Major General JP McGee- The Battalion Commander Assessment Program Results Explained
Jacob and Joe sit down with the Outgoing Director of the Army Talent Management Task Force to discuss the Commander Assessment Program. Major General JP McGee talks about the genesis of the program, the results and trends over the last two years,...
How to Lead When 46.9% of Your People Dislike You
By Rob Campbell As a military veteran who strives to be apolitical in my leadership writings, I find myself at the precipice of politics. I’ll take not another step into the muck. Instead, I’ll leverage this moment in our nation for the benefit of...
Season 2, Ep.3: Major General Frank Donovan-The Importance of Asking Why
Jacob and Joe discuss leadership lessons with MajGen Frank Donovan, Commander of 2nd Marine Division. During the discussion, MajGen Donovan reflects on the importance of not giving up, when your military career takes an unexpected turn. The...
Rethinking the Standard Battle Rhythm
By Chris Garlick How many Soldiers do you know who always have an energy drink or coffee in their hand, despite the time of day? That question likely describes many of your co-workers and perhaps even yourself. The Army has started to combat this...
It’s Time to Amend the Oath of Enlistment
By Benjamin Ordiway On January 12th, the Joint Chiefs of Staff urged all service-members to “remain fully committed to protecting and defending the Constitution […].” The memorandum also commands service-members to “keep...
Prepare for War
Editorial note – This blog post is part of our Scribbles series. If interested in submitting creative content, view our guidelines here or contact Cassie Crosby at cassie@fromthegreennotebook.com. By Ryan Crosby As a new 2nd Lieutenant,...
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