In this episode of The Solutions Podcast, host Ramzy interviews SFC Saeed Cruz, an Army medic and instructor. SFC Cruz shares his passion for teaching and providing soldiers with important information. He discusses the gap in knowledge among soldiers and the need for leaders to fill that gap. They also talk about the challenges of staying up to date with military regulations and the importance of explaining the 'why' behind certain rules. The conversation touches on topics such as standards and discipline, moldy barracks, and the importance of maintaining professionalism. The conversation focuses on the importance of respect and acknowledgement within the military. SFC Saeed Cruz emphasizes the need for leaders to listen and engage with their subordinates, regardless of rank. He believes that showing respect and acknowledging individuals gives them confidence to voice their opinions and concerns. The conversation also touches on the issue of accountability and the need for leaders to hold themselves and others accountable. SFC Saeed Cruz suggests that implementing accountability at all levels of the organization would lead to a better and more disciplined army.

Keywords

leadership, teaching, soldiers, knowledge gap, military regulations, standards and discipline, moldy barracks, professionalism, respect, acknowledgement, leadership, engagement, accountability, discipline

Takeaways

Leaders have a responsibility to fill the knowledge gap among soldiers and provide them with important information.

Staying up to date with military regulations can be challenging, but resources like S1net.com, S1 Guru, and HRC can help.

Explaining the 'why' behind rules and regulations is crucial for soldiers to understand and follow them.

Standards and discipline are important for maintaining professionalism in the military.

The issue of moldy barracks highlights the need for better living conditions for soldiers. Respect and acknowledge individuals regardless of rank

Engage with subordinates to build confidence and encourage open communication

Hold leaders accountable to set a standard for the entire organization

Implement accountability at all levels to improve discipline and effectiveness

Chapters

00:00 Closing the Knowledge Gap: The Role of Leaders in Providing Information to Soldiers

07:23 Staying Up to Date: Navigating the Challenges of Military Regulations

12:22 Explaining the 'Why': Gaining Soldiers' Understanding and Buy-In

16:52 Improving Living Conditions: Addressing Issues in the Military

23:35 The Importance of Accountability and Respect

24:05 Creating a Culture of Inclusion and Empowerment

26:34 Challenges of Standardization in the Military

30:41 The Role of Leaders in Setting the Tone for the Organization

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