US Army Updates Standards for a 'Professional' Soldier

It’s not just about the rules, it’s about why the rules matter. In this clip, Sergeant Major of the Army Mike Weimer explains the importance of understanding the “why” behind AR 670-1 and the Army’s new directive on grooming and appearance standards.

Host, Fran Racioppi was joined by SGM Laurin Nabors and SGM Alex Kupratty, they highlight how compliance alone isn’t enough; it’s the commitment to standards that creates trust, discipline, and a culture of professionalism across the Army. From the seasoned veterans of the 75th Ranger Regiment to the newest privates, the message is the same: standards define what it means to be a Soldier.

Meet the Guests:
Mike Weimer, Sergeant Major of the Army
SGM Alex Kupratty, Army G3/5/7
SGM Laurin Nabors, Army G1

Topics:
The New 670-1
Why Standards Matter
Preparing soldiers for anything

Highlights:
00:00 Introduction
00:38 4th Infantry Standard
02:55 Analyzing Data
08:17 Beards

At the direction of senior Army leadership, Army Directive 670-1 has been released to clarify these standards and provide shared understanding between Soldiers and leaders to know what ‘right’ looks like.

To explain the changes and how they will affect every member of the Army, I sat down with Sergeant Major of the Army Mike Weimer, SGM Laurin Nabors and SGM Alex Kupratty. The SMA shares the “why” behind personal grooming standards and the importance of doing the little things that develop a culture of commitment from compliance.

SGM Kupratty breaks down the definition of professional soldier from the experienced warriors of 75th Ranger Regiment to the new Privates of 4th Infantry Division. SGM Nabors provides the details on what’s changing, when and how the new standards are expected to be enforced. She also shares her journey from an Army Reserve heavy equipment operator to the halls of the Pentagon.

This episode is about redefining what it means to serve in the greatest fighting force the world has ever seen and why development of a Warfighting culture starts with how a Soldier presents themself each and every day.

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