FY17 Chief Selection Board

[Guest navyordie123]

16 minutes ago, DeepSea5342 said:

That is the best mentality to have. Knowing that we are a growing Navy and being open to change is key! I think this generation is definitely more open to it, which is definitely a good thing.

Your right, this generation is open to more change unlike when we were coming up the ranks, change was definitely fought against in some aspects. But change is a good thing in some things. But like many people say if it's not broke don't fix it. But I'm always willing to try and look at things in a new way

[Guest navyordie123]

12 minutes ago, CPO_Pride247 said:

If you get a chance, read the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. The Law of Explosive Growth sums it all up.

Will do Chief, thank you for the information.

[Guest AZ4Ever]

8 minutes ago, CPO_Pride247 said:

That is a good attitude to have. Don't ever assume because someone wears a certain uniform that they know everything. As you stated learning should never stop nor should the desire to lead and develop those around you. I think too often we lose sight of our own potential and in doing so we lose out on the ability to grow and help others. Personal development should always remain a priority along with the development of others. Take 30 minutes at the end of everyday and think about situations you encountered and ask yourself if you could have handled them differently. Lastly, keep an open mind as you move forward.

I agree with you Chief.  Our ability to be humble and learn from one another is big.  I take something from each convo I have with a Jr or Sr sailor. Ears open mouth shut, we tend to learn more from listening rather than being the one against the grain. I've noticed that you give great advice and sailors are ready to take that advice and run with it. Always ready to add to my toolbox.

[Guest HawkISback]

10 hours ago, Tony said:

In the past, there have been several "Lone Wolf" predictions regarding the release date that turned out to be true.

For what it's worth 2/3 of my small Chiefs mess thought next week as well.  I would take an earlier date. However, they had no Intel to validate it. 

[Tony]

Just now, HawkISback said:

For what it's worth 2/3 of my small Chiefs mess thought next week as well.  I would take an earlier date. However, they had no Intel to validate it. 

Yeah, back in the days (you were here too), there were a few who would post who did have some good intel. Others would email me.

[Guest HawkISback]

39 minutes ago, Tony said:

Yeah, back in the days (you were here too), there were a few who would post who did have some good intel. Others would email me.

I remember when people would drop the friend of a friend line said this. It's like saying bomb on a plane.  Sheer chaos ensued. 

[Guest AZ4Ever]

8 minutes ago, CPO_Pride247 said:

That is a good attitude to have. Don't ever assume because someone wears a certain uniform that they know everything. As you stated learning should never stop nor should the desire to lead and develop those around you. I think too often we lose sight of our own potential and in doing so we lose out on the ability to grow and help others. Personal development should always remain a priority along with the development of others. Take 30 minutes at the end of everyday and think about situations you encountered and ask yourself if you could have handled them differently. Lastly, keep an open mind as you move forward.

I agree with you Chief.  Our ability to be humble and learn from one another is big.  I take something from each convo I have with a Jr or Sr sailor. Ears open mouth shut, we tend to learn more from listening rather than being the one against the grain. I've noticed that you give great advice and sailors are ready to take that advice and run with it. Always ready to add to my toolbox.

[Tony]

3 minutes ago, HawkISback said:

I remember when people would drop the friend of a friend line said this. It's like saying bomb on a plane.  Sheer chaos ensued. 

That's right, chaos would ensue as people re-doubled their efforts to check their sources to confirm.

Then of course there were the friend of the Admiral's dog groomer's ex-wife's cousin twice removed. Remember those well too. 

[Guest Admin_warrior]

Anyone else read the precepts from this year compared to last year? Last year was so detailed it listed PPME, JPME, etc. This year was vague, in my opinion. But each year I always see Sustained Superior performanice mentioned.

[Guest HawkISback]

42 minutes ago, Admin_warrior said:

Anyone else read the precepts from this year compared to last year? Last year was so detailed it listed PPME, JPME, etc. This year was vague, in my opinion. But each year I always see Sustained Superior performanice mentioned.

They moved to the convening order, however for what reason idk. 

[Guest 343SBE]

3 hours ago, HawkISback said:

For what it's worth 2/3 of my small Chiefs mess thought next week as well.  I would take an earlier date. However, they had no Intel to validate it. 

Let's go earlier release date...either way something will be divulged next week, either results, a time frame for results, or nothing leaving the process of elimination to the following week

[Guest navyordie123]

44 minutes ago, 343SBE said:

Let's go earlier release date...either way something will be divulged next week, either results, a time frame for results, or nothing leaving the process of elimination to the following week

I think that an early release of next week is out of the question. The reason I'm saying this is because over the past few years the results have always been the first week of August. It gives a timeline of pretty much right at 6 weeks for phase 2, now I have also heard that phase 2 isn't set in stone at 6 weeks. Correct me anyone if I'm wrong on that but like I said it was what I have heard before. So it could be very possible for a next week release but that means we would hear something this week about a timeline like it was stated. So who knows what's going to happen, well someone does because they are probably sitting in a closed off room with their finger hovering above the enter key to send the message out to the public. So good luck to all my FCPO brothers and sisters. Just remember that no matter how stressed out you may get or how nerve racking all of this is. We still have young sailors to lead and families to take care of. Because without either one of those, none of us would be where we are today. 

[Guest OS1/CCC]

14 hours ago, DeepSea5342 said:

Because phase II is now mandatory, I would assume that they would encourage you to cancel your leave. It would look really bad if you didn't. We had this discussion with some leadership and they said "we can't force you to cancel your leave, but it would be a good idea if you did"

I talked to our Senior Chief that is leading Phase II when it starts, and he just says to wait for the results to come out and we will go from there. Don't want to cancel until they actually come out so I can enjoy the much needed break should there be that "N". Don't get me wrong, I am hopeful for that "S", but don't want everything to stop if I don't get it. Out of the many times I have been up for it, this is only my second time eligible. Two more looks before retirement.

[Guest OS1/CCC]

Read A Tradition of Change CPO Initiations to CPO 365 by ITCM James Leuci while on watch tonight. Highly recommend it to my fellow firsts out there if you haven't read it yet. Great read and lots of awesome history to learn about the process and how it changed over the years.

[LSHARP]

Just noticed an oversight on my part 

my first eval at my squadron I got a P the average was 3.55 and I got a 3.43  my EO block was a 4 

the next eval I got a MP the average was 3.66 and I got a 3.86 but my EO block was a 3. My question is this a distractor or does it throw mixed signals to the board? 

[Guest Doc-Bigmac]

I know I don't chime in on a lot of the topics that get brought up on the forum.  I read every comment, read the responses, and learn from them as much as the next person.  Much of the time, many comments or questions that pop into my head get posted and/or answered for me.

I have had a quote that has been reiterated in my mind a lot lately.  It's something that my Dad told me when I was preparing to leave for Basic Training.  What he said has made a profound impact on me and I have been able to apply it to almost every aspect of my 18 years in.  Whether it was the "games" they liked to play with us as recruits,  when I went through Field Medical Training, any time I screwed up and received a counseling, or even PO Indoc, working parties...  you name it, what he said to me could apply.  It was a very simple statement and for the past several years that I have been waiting to see my name on that CPO Selection list, I look forward to applying it to Phase 2.  On the forum, the topic has kind of revolved around growth and change, whether it be the changes to Phase 2 or changes that affect us as Sailors in general.  Maybe what he said won't work for you, but maybe you could apply it to your junior Sailors, maybe not.  I don't know, but it lives with me and I look forward to it helping through the next phase of my life regardless of what that may be.....

"Don't take everything to heart, they do it to everyone"  -My Dad, CWO4, United States Army, Retired

[Tony]

2 hours ago, OS1/CCC said:

Read A Tradition of Change CPO Initiations to CPO 365 by ITCM James Leuci while on watch tonight. Highly recommend it to my fellow firsts out there if you haven't read it yet. Great read and lots of awesome history to learn about the process and how it changed over the years.

Here it is -> A Tradition of Change CPO Initiations to CPO 365 by ITCM James Leuci

[LSHARP]

53 minutes ago, CPO_Pride247 said:

I would say that it depends on what you did to earn the 4.0 on EO. Were you a CFL, CMEO, or VA? Did you fulfill the same duty the following year? Did you ask at the time you signed your EVAL why the trait average was lowered for that block? One of the biggest lessons we can learn is to always be willing to question our EVALS and ask why we were graded a certain way. This allows us to see how our leadership views us and to also use that as a tool when rating our Sailors. I always make sure to ask my CO during midterms and EVAL signing why he/she marks a certain way or what he/she puts the most value in. This allows me to operate in the manner they prefer and to ensure my Sailors are adapting and doing the same.

 

I honestly believe it was a gross oversight at the command I didn't hold any of the typical collateral duties that would raise that block and completely over looked it on both Evals. Training on my part to go line by line every time. I just hope that this doesn't paint an inconsistent picture of me. 

[Guest Doc-Bigmac]

17 minutes ago, Donkey Racer said:

A very wise man!!

Good luck!

Yes he is.  Thank you!!

[Guest Jackson2019]

I have a question for the CPOs in tis forum.  My son graduates boot camp at the end of August.  If I am selected (which I hope happens), is it wrong for me to want to attend even though I may be in phase II.   I realize phase II is important in my development, but I don't want to feel guilty leaving my fellow selectees and also looking bad in front of the mess!

[Guest 343SBE]

5 minutes ago, AICS said:

You should go to your son's graduation. He will only do that once so you shouldn't miss it.

I concur, if it's true it's a team effort during Phase II (don't see why it wouldn't be), then the team should be able to get one up to speed on things that were missed.

[Guest Jackson2019]

7 minutes ago, 343SBE said:

I concur, if it's true it's a team effort during Phase II (don't see why it wouldn't be), then the team should be able to get one up to speed on things that were missed.

Thanks I feel a lot better, hopefully this guilty feeling I have stays(meaning I am selected) I am excited and can't wait to get off this ride. The results are taking too long!

[Guest navyordie123]

So back at work after 2 and half weeks of leave, feels good to be back somewhat anyways. maybe it will help with the distractions and ill stay busy. been busy so far these past couple days, hoping to keep the pace up for the next 2 weeks.

[Guest OS1/CCC]

4 hours ago, DeepSea5342 said:

Yeah I wouldn't cancel until its official. You would probably be stoked and want to cancel it anyway, right?! 

Most of it I wouldn't mind cancelling if my name is on "The List". Would like to take five days when we get back from our deployment. Not emergency leave, but might as well be, Wife has a sick family member she wants to see before the family member passes and already bought the tickets for those five days. Get a little family time, support the wife in her time of need, and recharge a little after a long 7 months and then hard charge into phase two if it comes to that. lol

[Guest OS1/CCC]

5 minutes ago, DeepSea5342 said:

Oh I see. As stated numerous times on this forum before, family comes first and something of that importance would be understood by the personnel running phase II. Good luck to you and hopefully you get that "S". 

Thanks, I appreciate that. We are doing RIMPAC. Chain is telling me not to think about it. We have about two weeks left for both (RIMPAC/CPO Results). Kind of difficult not to and I can only keep myself so busy. You are right. Family comes first. They are the reason many of us do this job.