Fundamentals of Leadership LtCol J.G. Davidson AGENDA Primary Objectives of Leadership 14 Leadership Traits Leadership Principles Leadership Styles What.

Fundamentals ofLeadership

LtCol J.G. Davidson

AGENDA Primary Objectives

of Leadership 14 Leadership Traits Leadership

Principles Leadership Styles What Leadership

IS and IS NOT… Quiz

Primary Objectives of Leadership

Mission Accomplishment

Troop Welfare

WHICH IS MORE IMPORTANT?

Mission comes first in war.

However, if there is no blood on the beach, put your troop’s welfare first.

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Fourteen Leadership Traits Judgment Justice Dependability Initiative Decisiveness Tact Integrity Endurance Bearing Unselfishness Courage Knowledge Loyalty Enthusiasm

Judgment

The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to

base sound decisions.

Justice

Giving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question. The ability to administer

a system of rewards and punishments impartially and

consistently.

Dependability

The certainty of proper performance of duty.

Initiative

Taking action in the absence of orders.

DecisivenessAbility to make decisions

promptly and to announce them in clear, forceful manner.

TactThe ability to deal with others

without creating offense.

IntegrityUprightness of character and

soundness of moral principles; includes the qualities of

truthfulness and honesty.

Endurance

The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to

withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship.

Bearing

Creating a favorable impression in carriage, appearance and

personal conduct at all times.

Unselfishness

Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal

advancement at the expense of others.

Courage

The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a man to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.

Knowledge

KnowledgeUnderstanding of

a science or an art. The range of one's information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your subordinates.

Loyalty

The quality of faithfulness to country, the service, the unit, to one's seniors, subordinates and

peers.

Enthusiasm

The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.

LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES

Know yourself and seek self-improvement.

Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.

Make sound and timely decisions.

Set the example.

Keep your subordinates informed.

LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES Know your subordinates and look out

for their welfare.

Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.

Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished.

Train your subordinates as a team.

Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.

Leadership Styles Autocratic- Centered

on the leader. Demands instant obedience to orders.

Democratic- Participation from the group. Members discuss problems and arrive at solutions.

Use A Combination

Adjust your leadership style to the situation.

Some situations merit discussion; others rapid action.

**Bonus question: WHO??

BE YOURSELF Good Leaders are

genuine Don’t play tough guy

if you don’t pack the gear……..

Break it down Barney style….

Funny is good…..

Competent is better.

Funny and competent is great!

Additional Leadership Tips

What Leadership IS….

What Leadership

IS NOT……….

PRIVILEDGE

RANK DOES NOT MEAN PRIVILEGE

While some privilege goes with rank, it is important to understand that workload and responsibility go UP.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE

A Leader should act and LOOK like a Leader…….

If you look and act sloppy, so will your troops…

USE HUMORNever take

yourself too seriously…

But don’t be a clown either.

HYPOCRISY

DON’T BE A HYPOCRITE

Subordinates will not respond favorably to a leader who says one thing, but does another……

LEADERS SHOULD BE MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY

FIT

Leadership = Well liked

BUDDY TO BOSS

Be the voice of reason

Lead in the RIGHT direction

You are now a representative of the SNSI and NSI

SOLVE PROBLEMS

Don’t just identify problems…

Offer solutions.

Praise in Public… Scold in Private

Don’t back a peer into a corner publicly

Your goal is to help fellow cadets make positive behavioral changes

Exception to every rule………

QUIZ

What are the 14 Leadership

Traits?

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HOW ARE TANKS MADE?

Questions??