New Subordinate Counseling

Roush/103 AW/ November 27, 2025

Introduction:

Welcome to the 103d Airlift Wing.
I am SrA Roush and will be your supervisor.
This briefing outlines expectations and leadership priorities.
Purpose is to welcome you and define professional standards.
Introduces six core leadership concepts for success.
Explains my role as a supervisor and your role as an Airman.

Mission:

103 AW supports mission readiness and operational excellence.
Every Airman contributes to overall success.
Accountability and professionalism are essential.
Individual effort impacts unit performance.

Six important concepts to follow:

Ethics and Core Values - Values-Based Decision Making (LDR-111S)

Integrity is non-negotiable.
Service before personal convenience.
Excellence requires daily discipline.
Trust earned through actions.

Emotional Intelligence - Self-Regulation (LDR-111S)

Control responses under pressure.
Understand others perspectives.
Maintain professionalism in conflict.
Team morale matters.

Communication - Feedback Fundamentals (LDR-112S)

Clarity reduces mistakes.
Feedback is continuous.
Communication flows both ways.
Expectations clearly stated.

Change Management - Overcoming Resistance (LDR-112S)

Adapt to evolving requirements.
Change is constant.
Leader explains purpose.
Flexibility equals readiness.

Global Perspective - Impression Management (AIR-111S)

How you appear matters.
Intent does not always equal impact.
Professional conduct expected.
Cultural awareness required.

Joint Organization - Shared Mental Models (AIR-111S)

Understand joint operations.
Air Force works with other services.
Cooperation ensures success.
Individual actions affect mission.

Conclusion:

Leadership requires integrity.
Communication drives success.
Adaptability ensures relevance.
Mission focus builds purpose.
Supervisor support is continuous.