New Vision of Military Leadeship
Leadership Success Secrets
"The very essence of leadership is that you have to have a vision. It's got to be a vision you articulate clearly and forcefully on every occasion." --Theodore Hesburgh, President of the University of Notre Dame
"There's nothing more demoralizing than a leader who can't clearly articulate why we're doing what we're doing." --James Kouzes and Barry Posner
The fundamentals necessary for a vision that excites and motivates soldiers to follow the leader.
Clearly set direction and purpose.
Inspire loyalty and caring through the involvement.
Display and reflect the unique strengths, traditons,cultures, values and beliefs.
Inspire enthusiasm, belief, commitment and excitement in Juniors.
Help everyone believe that they are part of something bigger than themselves, and their daily routine work is training for perfection.
Be regularly communicative and sharing.
Challenge all under command to outdo themselves, to stretch and reach.
Characteristics of a Successful Leadership Style in the Armed Forces
Choose to lead.
Be the person others choose to follow.
Provide vision for the future.
Provide inspiration.
Make other people feel important and appreciated.
Live your values. Behave ethically.
Set the pace through your expectations and example.
Establish an environment of continuous improvement.
Provide opportunities for all under command to grow, both personally and professionally.
Care and act with compassion.
Extracts from Leadership Vision by Susan M Heathfield
(Modified for Military Leadership)
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