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• #Spec ops beards professional

This article is an Op-Ed and as such, the opinions expressed are those of the authors. He is a graduate of the Joint Forces College, Command and General Staff College, and Kansas University with a masters in global and interagency studies. He was recently selected for an inter-service transfer to the Space Force as a 13S, space operations officer. “Nix” Natale, is an Army officer assigned to the British Army Headquarters in Andover, United Kingdom. Do not fear the beard resistance is futile. We shouldn’t build a culture limited by the past. We must push the envelope, take risks, break tradition and put people first. We’ve made tremendous steps in breaking the mold and trying to oppose conventional thinking, but we shouldn’t stop there. Raymond: “Space is Hard.” Well sir, so is creating a culture that is distinct, unique and innovative. The building of a service culture is not easy. I would implore the leaders of the Space Force to take that last “step for man,” in order to make a “giant leap for mankind” and approve beards already. This proposal must be approved quickly! The data shows that airmen and Guardians with shaving profiles and waivers were less likely to be promoted, more often denied special duty opportunities and overall were looked down upon as appearing “unprofessional.” The Air Force is taking a step in the right direction by proposing an extra 1/4-inch of mustache. Approving beards for Guardians would increase morale, improve retention, and demonstrate we can operate in the 21st century. A more recent paper debunking this myth was published in 2018. These outdated conclusions were established in studies from 1964 to 1987. The red herring of the “gas-mask seal” has been debunked for decades.

#Spec ops beards professional

We should, too.Ĭountless professional militaries around the world have allowed for the adoption of facial hair. Recently, the British Army tweeted: “We have updated our hair policy to better reflect modern society.” They believe it’s a key factor in recruitment and retention. Not just “allowing” beards, but endorsing it - especially for officers - will distinguish our team and show that we really care more about our Guardians’ abilities than upholding outdated traditions. I’m not advocating for unkept spec ops beards, but rather, well-groomed facial hair with tight standards. Towberman, I would say: “The Space Force NEEDS beards.” Raymond or Chief Master Sergeant Roger A. I have several ideas on what we should incorporate into our culture, ranging from cross-training like a special operations team to innate “ jointness” in operations however, if I had only two minutes to give an elevator-pitch to Gen.