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"The Mentor" 10th Edition IN STOCK NOW!
Written by The ACO Team   

The Mentor

The Mentor arrived in our warehouse on 22 Jan 10 and began shipping this week! 

Mentor Enterprises Inc. and GiPubs.com are proud to release The Mentor 10th Anniversary edition. This book has long been the staple reference for leaders at squad through battalion level. The 10th Anniversary edition has been significantly reworked and now boasts a new format, 25 new counseling templates (50 total) with references and assessment suggestions, and Appendix B of FM 6.22.

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Soldier Refuses to Sign Counseling
Written by The ACO Team   

What do you do when a Soldier refuses to sign a counseling statement?

Myth: Signing the counseling (DA Form 4856) states that the heading is correct as far as name, social security number, and that you have  read the counseling.

Fact: This is not the case with counseling. The signature on the NCOER as described in AR 623-205 paragraph 3-8 is where this myth comes from. There are no regulations governing counseling; only the guidance found in FM 22-100.


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What Awards Can Prior Service Wear?
Written by Mark Gerecht   
AN ACO member recently asked the following question:  I recently joined the U.S. Army as a prior service from the U.S. Marine Corps.  During my time with the Marines I received many medals and ribbons.  Thus lies my question; How do I know / find out what medals/ribbons are transferable between the two units (Marines to the Army)?
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Failure to Report-A Methodology for Dealing with Soldiers Who Are Late
Written by Mark Gerecht   
Have you ever had a Soldier who is late? Have you ever been late for a formation and been chewed out without being able to explain yourself?  Failure to Report is a serious offense and the military demands strict obedience with regard to dependability.  The best method I have found is to deal with a Soldier in a professional and constructive manner.  Being loud and demeaning only serves to harden a Soldier's position and builds resentment, frustration, and a sense of unfair treatment.  This article explores TTP's for dealing with FTR before it happens and then walks you through a thought process so that if you have to make a hard decision like recommending UCMJ...it is done in professional manner, from a factual perspective.
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Reception and Inegration Counseling Guidance
Written by Mark Gerecht   

Some of our Leaders have requested information on Reception and Integration Counseling.  This afternoon we took a few moments to outline the process.  We hope this information is useful and provides you with a firm foundation.  Remember as leaders you set the attitude and tone for all things.  Your attitude and your tone determine the motivational level of your Soldiers.  Let us know if you have any other subjects you would like to discuss! best wishes mark

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Counsel Quick Volume 3
Written by ACO   

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Just Released!
Counsel Quick is a series of software programs designed to help US Army leaders prepare for counseling sessions. Counsel Quick Volume 3 is the third in the series and contains 32 new counseling statements!

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Counsel Quick Upgrades to version 2.0
Written by ACO   

See what's new in Counsel QuickSee what's new in Counsel QuickCounsel Quick Volume 1 & 2 Upgrade
to Version 2.0

You may qualify for an upgrade discount!
Read more for details.

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Check for Update Fix
Written by ACO   
This applies to Award Quick and Rater Quick OER Edition.

Since changing servers we came across an issue that we did not anticipate. The "Check for Update" data files in our software was pointing to the old server. For the update program to work correctly you'll just need to replace a file. We have posted the file that needs to be replaced along with instructions in the forum. Follow the links below for more information or click "Read more..." for a short tutorial video.

File and instructions for Award Quick

File and instructions for Rater Quick OER Edtion

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Re:How to unlock the forms to change whats writtenPreston.FitzgeraldQuestions????02-08-10 09:35
Re:agree or disagree block on counselingGIJOECounseling01-27-10 12:17
Re:Counseling Soldier about Hygiene or lack ofjonathan.ricafrenteCounseling01-25-10 17:37
Re:Need Guidance with Problem NCOGIJOECounseling01-24-10 20:28
Re:DA Civilian Developmental counselingGIJOECounseling12-13-09 14:42
Re:Getting counseled while taking prescription medsGIJOECounseling12-11-09 08:56
Re:Need help to counsil SoldierMasterjane07Counseling12-11-09 08:20
Re:Failure to meet minimum standards for MOSQGIJOECounseling12-02-09 10:42

Recommended Reading

Green Eyes and Black RiflesThis book is a quick reference for military personnel conducting range training. It stems from the author's more than 20 years of shooting experience using the M16/M4 series weapons for sport, training and combat.

It gives the "what" and "how" but also the "why" necessary to teach the proper operation and employment of the M16/M4 weapon system. Areas covered include: ballistics, malfunctions, maintenance, and sight adjustments of commonly issued optics.
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The Military Spouse The Tongue and Quill

M16/M4 HandbookTRADOC Pam 600-4 IET Soldier's Handbook

Move Out: The Insider's Guide for Military Leaders Bear Went Over the Mountain by Lester W. Grau


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