Basic/Personal Leadership Qualities :Basic/Personal Leadership Qualities


Learning Objectives :Learning Objectives Comprehend the importance of strong character development Understand the leadership traits


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


Leadership Traits :DependabilityThe certainty of proper performance of duty. BearingCreating a favorable impression in carriage, appearence and personal conduct at all times. CourageThe mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a man to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness. Leadership Traits


Leadership Traits :DecisivenessAbility to make decisions promptly and to announce them in clear, forceful manner. EnduranceThe mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship. EnthusiasmThe display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty. Leadership Traits


Leadership Traits :InitiativeTaking action in the absence of orders. IntegrityUprightness of character and soundness of moral principles; includes the qualities of truthfulness and honesty. JudgementThe ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions. Leadership Traits


Slide 7:JusticeGiving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question. The ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially and consistently. KnowledgeUnderstanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your Marines. Leadership Traits


Leadership Traits :TactThe ability to deal with others without creating offense. UnselfishnessAvoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others. LoyaltyThe quality of faithfulness to country, the Navy, the unit, to one's seniors, subordinates and peers. Leadership Traits


Leadership Principles :Leadership Principles Know yourself and seek self-improvement. Be technically and tactically proficient. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. Make sound and timely decisions. Set the example. Know your Sailors/Marines and look out for their welfare.


Leadership Principles :Keep your Sailors/Marines informed. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions. Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished. Train your Sailors/Marines as a team. Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities Leadership Principles


To improve Self-discipline :To improve Self-discipline Setting goals and striving to accomplish them Developing a personal ethic code and living by it Reading books in leadership and psychology Delegating authority Living within their means


Summary :Summary Leadership Traits Leadership Principles Case Study