Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Without using names if bad, what are some traits of leadership you have learned to emmulate or never do.
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CSM -
On the DO list -
1. Spend time with your Soldiers
2. Know at least a little about your Soldiers' personal lives (eg wife's first name, kids' names, hobbies)
3. Be up front and honest with them, and they'll likely treat you the same.
4. If you screw up, own up, clean up then drive on.
5. Lead by example - never ask a Soldier to perform a task you would not (or haven't) done yourself.
On the DON'T list -
1. Throw your weight around. Nobody respects a bully.
2. Make a promise you can't or won't keep.
3. Be arbitrary - one standard, for one and all.
4. Change what right looks like. You know already.
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CSM Poll, I've learned not to emulate leaders who show they really don't give a darn about their subordinates.
Getting to know your soldiers is as simple as asking a soldier how his weekend went, or how his family is doing, or what his plans are for the weekend. If the only words you ever speak to me are, "Take this to the motor pool" or "PT is cancelled tomorrow," don't expect me to come to you when I have problems or need help.
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I had a 1SG that always said, "STANDARDS, BECAUSE YOU KNOW WHAT RIGHT LOOKS LIKE" and I have used it now for about 15 years.
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