Low key doesn’t equate to being a poosey. I’ve expressed my feelings to CAs I’ve flown with, when asked. I don’t sugar coat things, inside or out of the cockpit.
True, respect is something earned and not based on the markings of the epaulettes. I’m not pretentious and I don’t beat around the bush. I like the direct approach and I’ve expected the same from my subordinates as well as my bosses. I can use a little more tact but I’ve always received positive feedback on my leadership style from majority of the dudes in my squadron. If I weren’t a respectable officer as you say, I should not have received the title of distinguished grad from majority of training courses and schools that I’ve attended. I guess officership doesn’t play a roll for weapons school selection either. How about CGO of the Year? Or below the zone promotion to O-4? I guess I don’t meet your high standards of exceptional officership. I’m far from perfect but who really is?
I see that a lot of the people on here are butt hurt from my comments. I’ll own up to my approach of brutal honesty but truth does hurt. We each have a choice of dealing with it head on or continue in denial. I have always believed that truth not only sets us free but also shines the light on our weaknesses and flaws so that we can do something about them. A great coach whom I highly respected once taught me to embrace my weaknesses and overcome them through hard work, discipline, and determination to never give up. It seemed to have worked for me. My 2 cents for what it’s worth.