Military Leadership Overview

Army Vision and Core Purpose

• Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride.
• Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land.

Military Leadership Roadmap

• I. Definition of Terms of Military Leadership
• II. Basic Responsibilities of a Leader
• III. Role of a Military Leader
• IV. Values of Military Professional Ethics
• V. Basic Styles of Leadership
• VI. Leadership Traits
• VII. Leadership Principles
• VIII. Techniques of a good leader

Instructor Profile

• 2011, 2010

Why Learn Military Leadership?

• Unknown.

Time Allotment

• 2 hours.

Outcome

• Explain the importance of military leadership.
• Identify one's leadership style.
• Apply learnings in accordance with US Field Manual 6-22 and AFP Manual.

References

• AFP Manual - Military Leadership
• Book of Warfighting
• Field Manual 6-22, Army Leadership

Safety Precautions (Earthquake and Fire)

• Earthquake: Don't panic, drop, cover, hold, keep distance from buildings, go to assembly point.
• Fire: Stay calm, evacuate, use stairs, check door handles, use damp cloth if smoke is present, stop, drop and roll, get help, call fire department or 911 if trapped.

Classroom Rules

• Be respectful.
• Emergency Procedures.

I. Definition of Terms

• Military Leadership: Influencing men to accomplish a mission through purpose, direction, and motivation.
• Leadership Traits: Personal qualities that earn obedience, respect, and cooperation for completing a mission.
• Leadership Principles: Fundamental guidelines for appropriate actions and orders in command.
• Command: Authority over subordinates through rank and assignments.
• Leadership: Process where an individual directs, guides, influences, or controls the thoughts, feelings, and behavior of others.

II. Basic Responsibilities of a Commander

• Accomplishment of the mission.
• Welfare of the men.

III. Role of a Leader

• Model soldier and commander.
• Instructor.
• Personal technician.
• Custodian of men's welfare.

IV. Values of Mil Professional Ethics

• Loyalty to the ideals of the nation.
• Loyalty to the unit
• Personal responsibility.
• Selfless service.

V. Basic Styles of Leadership

• Authoritative: Dictatorial, clear expectations, often causes discontent.
• Participative: Democratic, most effective form.
• Delegative: Organizing priorities, delegating tasks, taking final responsibility.

VI. Leadership Traits

• This section includes a list of 15+ traits which can be found throughout pages 16--23 of original document
• It also includes descriptions of what each trait means

VII. Leadership Principles

• Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
• Be technically and tactically proficient.
• Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your action.
• Make sound and timely decisions.
• Set the example.
• Know your men and look out for their welfare.
• Keep your men informed.
• Develop a sense of responsibility in your subordinates.
• Insure that the task is understood, supervised and accomplished
• Train your men as a team
• Employ your unit in accordance with its capabilities

VIII. Techniques of a Good Leader

• Understanding your man
  • Study personal adjustment.
  • Be familiar with psychological principles of behavior.
  • Analyze objectively without bias.
• Aim for Military Efficiency
  • Increase physical, mental, and technical capabilities.
  • Discipline prompt and willing obedience.
  • Watch over subordinates' state of mind and feelings.

Check on Learning

• Unknown.

Summary

• Gentlemen and Ladies: Covered topics from definition of military leadership through techniques of a good leader.

Assessment

• Unknown.

Outcome (Repeated)

• Explained the importance of military leadership. Identified one's leadership style. Applied learnings according to the relevant manual.

Feedback

• Thank you for active participation. Expected to be effective and efficient leaders in respective units.

Future Topics

• Human Dimensions of Leadership.

Additional Quote

• "A Good Leader is a Good Follower."
• STAY POSITIVE

Closing

• End of Presentation.