Guidebook for the Young Officer

The Definitive Guide for Lieutenants & Captains

Guidebook for the Young Officer is LTC (R) Frank Caravella's little red book of Army Leadership secrets. Caravella guides junior leaders from their first days as officers in the United States Army up to a battery or company command and beyond. How do you assimilate into your first unit? How do you determine your commander's expectations? How do you make a positive impact and steadily move through the ranks? The Guidebook provides thoughtful insight and proven principles that work. Reading this book is a great first step for any company grade officer who wants to improve his or her leadership potential.

Caravella doesn't just explain how to fulfill your occupation as an officer, but how to take on your future as a leader. There are several real-life examples included that will teach you how to properly interact with your NCO's, Soldiers, and superiors. Take on your role with knowledge and wisdom before you plunge into the new world of leadership.

Other topics include: Relating to you PSG, How to conduct inspections, Working with 1SG, Platoon leader's notebook, Training schedules, Counseling, Priorities of a commander, Making good use of your XO, and many more.