Posted on Jul 18, 2016
What do think are the most important attributes of a successful leader?
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RP Members & Connections what are the most important attributes & how do you rate yourself in those areas?
"As a Leader, you must envision the future, passionately believe that you can make a difference, and inspire people to achieve more than more than they may ever have dreamed possible."
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"As a Leader, you must envision the future, passionately believe that you can make a difference, and inspire people to achieve more than more than they may ever have dreamed possible."
Dustin Beardslee Gary Eulenfeld Cpl Rick Rabenold GySgt Tony Pantoja CPO Lou OliverTSgt Jeff Sukeforth PO3 (Join to see) MSG Robert LeeLCDR (Join to see) MSG Charles Turner CPL Chris Jacob PV2 (Join to see) SPC John Geary 1SG Leon Espe MSG Louis Alexander PVT Iven Clark Jr. SSG John Morgan PO2 Bronwen Taylor Shaffner SPC Celeste O
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The courage to do what is right no matter the cost COL Mikel J. Burroughs is the most important.
Treating each superior, peer and subordinate with respect is number 2.
Leading by example in word and deed is third.
I would not rate myself. I would leave that to others more qualified to objectively rate me. :-)
Treating each superior, peer and subordinate with respect is number 2.
Leading by example in word and deed is third.
I would not rate myself. I would leave that to others more qualified to objectively rate me. :-)
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MSgt Walter Clack
There have been numerous good responses to this question. Sir, in my humble opinion your's is up there with the BEST.
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PO3 Phyllis Maynard
LTC Stephen F.,COL Mikel J. Burroughs this is exactly the response I would have tried to articulate. And I certainly agree that this around me should evaluate what they oerceive as leadership qualities within me.
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SGT Mike Moschkin
I myself agree with LTC Stephen F. assessment of leadership having the good fortune to have served with such leaders in before combat and in combat. When the men in your command have full confidence that you would never ask them to do something that you yourself wouldn't do. Then they will follow you to hell and back as we did in Vietnam because we knew our CO was that kind of man.
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Well, as in many things it depends. It seems to me that there are three factors that play into the leadership style one selects: the capabilities of the leader, the nature of the employees, and the environment in which they operate. For example, a fire chief would use one style while in the station and another when fighting a fire. If I had to name one or two attributes that transcend all the scenarios I'd say judgement and integrity.
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CPL Chris Jacob
Integrity is a must. If they don’t believe the leader they won’t believe in the leader.
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SGT James Clark
I refer to the NCO CREED
No one is more professional than I. I am a Non commissioned Officer, a leader of soldiers. As a Non commissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as "The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of Non commissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military Service, and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
Competence is my watchword. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind -- accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to remain tactically and technically proficient. I am aware of my role as a Non commissioned Officer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I know my soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.
Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike.I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Non commissioned Officers, leaders!
No one is more professional than I. I am a Non commissioned Officer, a leader of soldiers. As a Non commissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as "The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of Non commissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military Service, and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
Competence is my watchword. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind -- accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to remain tactically and technically proficient. I am aware of my role as a Non commissioned Officer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I know my soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.
Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike.I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Non commissioned Officers, leaders!
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Lt Col Timothy Parker, DBA
SGT James Clark - Thanks for posting this - I had not seen it before. Seems to hit the nail on the head. To seems to me it implies the NCO is to become a student of leadership styles and theory.
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COL Mikel Burroughs, it is far more important to inspire the people. There is always room for envisioning the future, but for people to change, they must be inspired to do it. Simply telling someone to take the proverbial hill will get pushback, but inspire the troops, and they will take hell as well!!!!!
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
MAJ Rene De La Rosa Roger that! Inspiration can be a big motivating factor in the culture of any organization!
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SFC Frank Hayden, MPA
Spot on! Inspiration produces transformation, but most importantly it produces trust. In the words of Theodore Roosevelt... “No one cares about what you know, until they know how much you care.” You must create a solid foundation as a trusted, competent leader, keeping your troops best interests at heart. Then, and only then, will they trust you with their lives.
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