PLTGEN CHIQUITO M MALAYO (Ret)'s TIME WITH GRADUATING CADETS:
FAMILIARITY, HAPPY HOUR CONTEXT, AND OFFICIAL TIME
As a young lieutenant, we should be able to differentiate between the Happy Hour context and official time. Both cannot exist at the same time. During official time, one must focus on accomplishing the job. Above everything, the job should be in the line of sight and not anything else. We can do our job joyfully, but the context should remain that it's a job that needs to be completed. On the other hand, the Happy Hour context explains that we should not burden our minds with work during this time. We should have a happy hour in which open and direct communication can be instilled without officially considering position differences, having fun with subordinates, and creating a bond that will soon be used as a tool for good communication in official hours. During Happy Hours, work should not be discussed.
DO NOT FAMILIARIZE; ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR RANK
As a young lieutenant, we should be able to determine the distinction between ranks and always respect our superior officers, as they carry a higher rank. We should give them respect.
DO NOT ASK FOR ASSIGNMENTS UNLESS YOU ARE ASKED, BUT EQUIP AND PREPARE YOURSELF FOR ANY
Trusting in God's plan should always be a priority. Never question anything, for everything happens for a reason. Strive hard, and always remember that in every assignment, there is someone who needs your help.
EQUIP YOURSELF MENTALLY, ACADEMICALLY, PHYSICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, FINANCIALLY, AND SPIRITUALLY
These five aspects should coexist with each other, and there should be a balance between them, just like the five pillars of the criminal justice system. They must be of the same height to have a parallel base and roof.
GET READY TO SAY "NO" AND DEVELOP YOUR RESPECTIVE PERSONALITY
As a young lieutenant and leader, "no" should mean no, and our words should be our deeds. As we establish our personality, it should be clear to our subordinates.
BE NATURAL AND BE YOURSELF; YOU WILL HAVE YOUR RESPECTIVE PLACE IN THE SERVICE AND BE THE BEST OF IT DEALING WITH SUPERIORS YOU DON'T LIKE, WHO DON'T LIKE YOU, AND TO YOUR SUBORDINATES
Be yourself; it is not a role-play; it is a job. Accomplish it your way, not by mirroring others or mimicking their actions. Your character precedes your experience and background.
REMEMBER TO TAKE ADVICE BUT MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS BECAUSE YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE ACCOUNTABLE AND RESPONSIBLE
Remember that only you can decide for yourself. You have acquired knowledge and training in the academy; use it, study your ways, and then strike your chance.
SIMPLIFY YOUR TASKS, BUT DO NOT TAKE SHORTCUTS TO SUCCESS
Simplifying means making a complicated job easy to accomplish.
PREPARE FOR THE IMMINENT SITUATION BY VISUALIZING OR FORESEEING IT AND BE CONSISTENT
Ask with humility and remember that there are no shortcuts to success. Your service reputation starts during your training.
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR SUPERVISOR DOESN'T LIKE YOU
Start off on the right foot, be aware of the result of your actions, develop critical and creative thinking, and fast decision-making. A cadet's actions and dealings reflect life in the academy. In public, a cadet reflects the Superintendent; act accordingly as ambassadors of PNPA. Police your work and always return to what is right.
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