One of attributes of a good NCO is having the knowledge to motivate Soldiers individually as a collective group. Pfc. Christopher Prestridge Company E, 369th Signal Battalion 2009 is the Year of the NCO.

It’s someone who has integrity and is a role model. Pvt. Demetrius Dannard Company E, 369th Signal Battalion

It’s one who does things in their interest as well as their Soldiers when it benefits the Soldier, and prepares them for the operational Army. Pvt. Alysia Davis Company E, 369th Signal Battalion

Good NCOs lead from the front. He/she is interested in the development of the Soldiers under his/her care. Spc. Sean West Company E, 369th Signal Battalion

A good NCO leads by example and always obtains the respect and obedience of their Soldiers. Pfc. Brandy Stone Company E, 369th Signal Battalion

He/she has good leadership skills and the ability to communicate. Pvt. Brandon Poole Company E, 369th Signal Battalion