i a wrapping up my deployment preparations. I have a few more appointments to conclude and some things to tie up on the home front and then I will be on my way.
One issue that is giving me considerable angst is a situation at work. I have about three issues to cover with my boss and I feel I am getting a bit of the run around when I attempt to schedule a meeting. I have approached this person four separate times and explained that I really need to cover a few things and each time I am promised I will have the opportunity as the clock continues to tick.
One burning question I must ask before I leave and the response will provide some light on my plans when I return. I can do my time and get out or I can decide to opt on going overseas early. If I am deciding to leave early it means I have zero confidence in the leadership that is in place and I need to move on to have any chance to progress.
My first meeting I had with my commander I was told that the politics in the military are what drives most people mad. I didn't know what she meant at the time, but now I do. It simply means that no matter how good your resume or how much education you bring to the job or how great your performance/outcomes are you will ultimately be judged on who likes who best. Many higher ups love to have their asses smooched and reward suck ups. If you are not a suck up and see those under performers around you given cherry assignments it makes you a bit wary of the process.
To counter the negative of the politics I have tried to focus on one very obtainable goal. Everyone around me is handed cake assignments and I get passed over left and right - but I project a positive attitude and keep focused on my one goal. If I get screwed over on that - then all hell will break loose and I will move on to greener pastures.
Okay enough venting for one day!
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