Counseling

Counseling is the process used by leaders to review with a subordinate the subordinate’s demonstrated performance and potential.

When the soldier isn't meeting the standard.

Corrective Training.

Getting a Soldier through a period of shock after receiving negative news, such as the notification of the death of a loved one or divorce.

The Leader and Subordinate can Develop a Plan for Improvement

Leaders should refer the matter to the commander and the servicing staff judge advocate.

Performance counseling is the review of a subordinate's duty performance during a specified period.

An Individual Development Plan, or IDP.

An IDP helps Soldiers and Army Civilians take control of their professional growth by setting goals, identifying areas for improvement, and planning steps to develop their skills for future leadership.

1. Open the session 2. Discuss the issues 3. Develop a plan of action 4. Record and close the session.

Regular developmental counseling.

1. It identifies and helps alleviate any issues or concerns that new members may have, including any issues resulting from the new duty assignment. 2. It familiarizes new team members with organizational standards, roles, and assignments.

The expected Values, Attributes, and Competencies.

The counseling focuses on the subordinate's strengths, areas to improve, and potential.

Planning for the accomplishment of individual and professional goals.

Performance, Event-oriented, Professional growth.

Purpose, Flexibility, Respect, Communication, Support.

Respect for subordinates, Self-Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Empathy, Credibility.

Active listening, responding, appropriate questioning.

1. Identify the need for counseling 2. Prepare the counseling session 3. Conduct the counseling 4. Follow-up

The shoulders of those they help prepare for greater responsibility.

For all specialists, corporals, and sergeants who are eligible for advancement without waivers In accordance with AR 600-8-19.