Abolish NS to Cut AssAF Crap!

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</NOBR> </TD><TD class=msgDate width="30%" noWrap align=right>Oct-26 2:39 am </TD></TR><TR class=msghead><TD class=msgT height=20 width="1%" noWrap align=right>To: </TD><TD class=msgTname width="68%" noWrap>ALL <NOBR></NOBR></TD><TD class=msgNum noWrap align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD class=msgleft rowSpan=4 width="1%"></TD><TD class=wintiny noWrap align=right>23305.1 </TD></TR><TR><TD height=8></TD></TR><TR><TD class=msgtxt><TABLE width="100%"><TBODY><TR><TD class=c0002DatePostedFont>My Mum Is An RSM!</I>
Posted: 09 Jun 2006, 0000 hours (Time is GMT +8 hours)


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</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>How many in Singapore can say, "My mum is a RSM!" This line is exclusive to 16 year-old twins, Jeffrey and Jason, and their younger brother, Jordon as their mother is none other than the first woman Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM), 1WO Jennifer Tan Siang Lang.</I>

As RSM of the 46th Battalion, Singapore Armoured Regiment (46 SAR), 1WO Jennifer is responsible for maintaining discipline in the battalion as well as a leader the men can turn to for advice and support.

1WO Jennifer is currently busy preparing her men for the SAF Day Parade, where they are receiving the honours for the Best Armour Unit.

In an interview with Army News, 1WO Jennifer shared her thoughts about her new appointment and revealed the inspiration behind her desire to be a soldier.

Being Appointed is a new Challenge

When asked about her thoughts on her new appointment, she said, "It brings excitement and new things to explore. I am glad to have been given this opportunity to grow and excel. The organisation is progressing and it is no longer perceived that a post cannot be handled by a different gender. I would not want to be pressured by the term '1st Female Combat Unit RSM' but would rather accept this as a different challenge."

Mum of the Unit

She added, "I view my gender as an advantage as I will be perceived as a motherly figure in the battalion. This may allow my commanders and men to feel more comfortable with sharing their problems and concerns with me. But this 'mother' is also the strict discipline master of the Battalion."

Qualities of an RSM

1WO Jennifer believes the role of an RSM requires certain qualities. Now that she has been appointed as one, she will strive to continue embedding these values in her heart and mind. Explaining these values, she said, "The first is professionalism. I believe that professionalism inspires authority and one can only attain professionalism through diligence, dedication and experience. I believe that subordinates will appreciate superiors who are professional.

Next is passion. An RSM must be passionate as it is what moves the heartware of the unit. People around you are able to feel whether you are deeply interested in your job. I believe that enthusiasm is contagious and can really be instrumental in driving the individual. 'Passion brings joy and meaning to life' - this is a phase that I will never forget.

Definitely, we cannot set aside the SAF core values. Together with being passionate about the job, I believe having the right values produces excellent commanders."



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Her Secret to Success

How does 1WO Jennifer push herself to be an effective soldier and RSM? She explained, "I accept challenges with an open mind and take them as learning processes. A fear of failure and the resulting unwillingness to try will just hold one back from success.

I'm never afraid to ask questions. I'm fortunate to have good friends around me who are always ready to lend a helping hand. Moreover, I do have a good mentor, my father. He is a former RSM at the SAF Provost Unit.

My dad was a trained drill instructor. I always consult him on the correct pronunciation of the commands and on how to better execute them. He has always guided me well. I also tap on his vast experience and seek his advice on man management. I'm glad that he is the pillar that I can rely upon when I need support especially during my previous overseas attachments."

Following in Dad's Footsteps

Her great respect for her father, former 1WO Tan Hock Hai, influenced her to join the SAF. She added, "Seeing my father commanding hundreds of men at drills was very inspiring for me as a child. Since then, it has been my aspiration to wear the Green of Our Army. After failed attempts in joining the National Cadet Corps during my primary and secondary days, I decided to join the force upon reaching the age of 18."

She's an RSM at Home Too

Off-duty, 1WO Jennifer puts her RSM qualities to good use. Her twins will be enlisting for National Service soon and she has made sure they are prepared to do their best here. She said, "As a military person, I have instilled basic personal discipline in them since young. Now, I am training them to be physically fit to better cope with the physical requirements that they will experience during their military training.”

With her increased roles and responsiblities, 1WO Jennifer has to juggle her military life with her family one. Fortunately, as in her own words, "I've a very understanding family who is adaptable to my life style. We always make it a point that Sunday and Public Holiday remains family time."

We wish 1WO Jennifer all the best in her new appointment!