They should always be kept in mind when performing a discussion of deciding on improvements to be made. To give each squadron officer a chance to talk to other officers in the area and share ideas and suggestions. To make evaluations more productive than the former inspection method by letting everyone hear what other squadrons do in the same functional area, thereby allowing each individual to rate him or herself based on their peers' performance. To allow all the squadron officers to participate in the decisions about what the area should emphasize and what should be changed. Preparation for the Roundtable.
Preparation is the key to the success of the officers' discussion.
Each area officer will facilitate his or her own discussion. Each officer must know exactly what is going to take place to the minute during the entire time allotted. The following is a suggested format for preparing for the discussion. We will use the deputy commander position as an example. The discussions should be held at a time when maximum attendance can be assured.