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What are the Laws of Combat?
What are the Laws of Combat?
When applied to any team, group, or organization, the proper _____ and _____ of these Laws of Combat would mean one thing: victory.
When applied to any team, group, or organization, the proper _____ and _____ of these Laws of Combat would mean one thing: victory.
understanding, execution
The crucial leaders at every level of the team - the senior enlisted leaders, the fire team leaders in charge of _____, the squad leaders in charge of _____, and the junior petty officers that stepped up, took charge, and led.
The crucial leaders at every level of the team - the senior enlisted leaders, the fire team leaders in charge of _____, the squad leaders in charge of _____, and the junior petty officers that stepped up, took charge, and led.
four people, eight
For this reason, they must believe in the _____ for which they are fighting, believe in the _____ they are asked to execute, and most important, they must believe in and _____.
For this reason, they must believe in the _____ for which they are fighting, believe in the _____ they are asked to execute, and most important, they must believe in and _____.
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For many years, Navy SEAL leadership training consisted almost entirely of _____ and _____.
For many years, Navy SEAL leadership training consisted almost entirely of _____ and _____.
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These weaker commanders would get a solid explanation about the _____ and the deep meaning of _____: the leader is truly and ultimately responsible for everything.
These weaker commanders would get a solid explanation about the _____ and the deep meaning of _____: the leader is truly and ultimately responsible for everything.
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We blame our own poor performance on bad _____, _____ beyond our control, or poorly performing _____ - anyone but ourselves.
We blame our own poor performance on bad _____, _____ beyond our control, or poorly performing _____ - anyone but ourselves.
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Extreme Ownership requires leaders to look at an organization's problems through the objective lens of reality, without _____ to agendas or plans.
Extreme Ownership requires leaders to look at an organization's problems through the objective lens of reality, without _____ to agendas or plans.
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These large rubber boats, black with a painted yellow rim, weighed nearly _____ and became heavier still when filled with water and sand.
These large rubber boats, black with a painted yellow rim, weighed nearly _____ and became heavier still when filled with water and sand.
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The concept that _____ was a difficult one to accept but nevertheless a crucial concept that leaders must fully understand and implement.
The concept that _____ was a difficult one to accept but nevertheless a crucial concept that leaders must fully understand and implement.
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Leaders must accept _____, own problems that _____, and develop solutions to those problems.
Leaders must accept _____, own problems that _____, and develop solutions to those problems.
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The best teams anywhere, like the SEAL Teams, are constantly looking to _____, add _____, and push _____.
The best teams anywhere, like the SEAL Teams, are constantly looking to _____, add _____, and push _____.
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Repetitive exceptional performance became _____.
Repetitive exceptional performance became _____.
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A document that lays out the basic idea of an operation for approval by higher headquarters is called a _____
A document that lays out the basic idea of an operation for approval by higher headquarters is called a _____
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_____ and _____ reflect belief with a clear confidence and self-assuredness that is not possible when _____.
_____ and _____ reflect belief with a clear confidence and self-assuredness that is not possible when _____.
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Overconfidence was risky in such a hostile environment, a mistake most often made by _____.
Overconfidence was risky in such a hostile environment, a mistake most often made by _____.
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We must never _____. This is where controlling the ego is most important.
We must never _____. This is where controlling the ego is most important.
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As a leader, it is up to you to _____ to all your front line leaders. That is a critical component of leadership. Another is dealing with _____.
As a leader, it is up to you to _____ to all your front line leaders. That is a critical component of leadership. Another is dealing with _____.
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Put simply, Cover and Move means _____.
Put simply, Cover and Move means _____.
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You must brief to ensure the _____ on the team understands.
You must brief to ensure the _____ on the team understands.
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_____ faults, which could be corrected, or _____ faults, which rendered a unit unusable.
_____ faults, which could be corrected, or _____ faults, which rendered a unit unusable.
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Must rely on subordinate leaders to take charge of their smaller teams within the team and allow them to execute based on a good understanding of the _____ (Commander's Intent), and _____.
Must rely on subordinate leaders to take charge of their smaller teams within the team and allow them to execute based on a good understanding of the _____ (Commander's Intent), and _____.
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With clear _____ and established _____ for decision making that your subordinate leaders understand, they can then act independently toward your unified goal.
With clear _____ and established _____ for decision making that your subordinate leaders understand, they can then act independently toward your unified goal.
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Junior leaders must know that the boss will back them up even if they make a decision _____, as long as the decision was made in an effort to achieve the strategic objective.
Junior leaders must know that the boss will back them up even if they make a decision _____, as long as the decision was made in an effort to achieve the strategic objective.
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If frontline troops are unclear about the plan and yet are _____, the team's ability to effectively execute the plan radically decreases.
If frontline troops are unclear about the plan and yet are _____, the team's ability to effectively execute the plan radically decreases.
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(Standardized plan) It must be _____ and guide users with _____ of all the important things they need to think about.
(Standardized plan) It must be _____ and guide users with _____ of all the important things they need to think about.
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Establishing a _____ and _____ planning process is critical to the success of any team.
Establishing a _____ and _____ planning process is critical to the success of any team.
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Even when the leader thinks his troops understand the bigger picture, they very often have difficulty connecting the dots between _____ they are immersed in with the _____.
Even when the leader thinks his troops understand the bigger picture, they very often have difficulty connecting the dots between _____ they are immersed in with the _____.
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You must also realize that your boss must allocate _____ and make decisions with _____. You and your team may not represent the priority effort at that particular time.
You must also realize that your boss must allocate _____ and make decisions with _____. You and your team may not represent the priority effort at that particular time.
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Leaders must be prepared to make an educated guess based on previous _____, knowledge of how _____, likely outcomes, and whatever _____ in the immediate moment.
Leaders must be prepared to make an educated guess based on previous _____, knowledge of how _____, likely outcomes, and whatever _____ in the immediate moment.
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The bulk of operations during the first Iraq deployment consisted of what we called direct-action 'capture/kill' missions or _____.
The bulk of operations during the first Iraq deployment consisted of what we called direct-action 'capture/kill' missions or _____.
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So the balance between _____ and _____ must be found and carefully maintained.
So the balance between _____ and _____ must be found and carefully maintained.
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Leaders that _____ fear being outshined by someone else.
Leaders that _____ fear being outshined by someone else.
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Leaders must never put their own drive for _____ ahead of overall _____ for the greater team.
Leaders must never put their own drive for _____ ahead of overall _____ for the greater team.
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Leaders must recognize _____ and know to _____ so that they can maintain a solid performance indefinitely.
Leaders must recognize _____ and know to _____ so that they can maintain a solid performance indefinitely.
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With the mind-set of Extreme Ownership, _____ can develop into a highly effective leader.
With the mind-set of Extreme Ownership, _____ can develop into a highly effective leader.
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One of the most important principles we adhered to in combat is _____.
One of the most important principles we adhered to in combat is _____.
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Thus leaders must _____ their troops, encourage _____, and ensure their teams understand the plan.
Thus leaders must _____ their troops, encourage _____, and ensure their teams understand the plan.
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Ego disrupts everything: the _____ process, the ability to take good advice, and the ability to _____. It can even stifle someone's sense of _____.
Ego disrupts everything: the _____ process, the ability to take good advice, and the ability to _____. It can even stifle someone's sense of _____.
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Other times, the building was surrounded by 'dead space' - areas that would be difficult _____ and difficult _____.
Other times, the building was surrounded by 'dead space' - areas that would be difficult _____ and difficult _____.
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Study Notes
Laws of Combat
- Cover and Move, Simple, Prioritize and Execute, and Decentralized Command are essential principles for military success.
- Understanding and execution of these laws are critical for victory in any organization.
Leadership Structure
- Effective teams have crucial leaders at all levels, including senior enlisted leaders, fire team leaders, and squad leaders.
- Junior leaders must step up, take charge, and lead their teams effectively.
Belief and Trust
- Team members must believe in the cause, the execution plan, and the leader they follow to operate cohesively.
- Trust is integral to leadership effectiveness.
Leadership Training
- Navy SEAL leadership development relies heavily on on-the-job training (OJT) and mentoring.
Responsibility of Leaders
- Commanders must grasp the burden of command, acknowledging that leaders are responsible for every outcome.
- Avoid blaming external factors like luck or subordinates for one's performance.
Objective Leadership
- Leaders must analyze problems objectively, free from emotional attachments to their agendas or plans.
Team Dynamics
- Heavy equipment, such as 200-pound rubber boats, emphasizes the physical demands placed on teams during operations.
- The principle that there are no bad teams, only bad leaders is fundamental in building high-performance groups.
Accountability and Improvement
- Leaders must accept total responsibility for their team's performance and actively seek solutions to enhance it.
- High-performing teams continuously strive to improve capabilities and raise standards.
Conceptual Planning
- A Concept of Operations (CONOPS) document outlines the operation's core idea for approval by higher authorities.
- Effective leaders communicate their vision clearly through actions and words to foster team belief and confidence.
Leadership Challenges
- Overconfidence can be perilous, particularly for untested leaders in hostile settings.
- Leaders must avoid complacency and remain vigilant.
Communication and Clarity
- Cover and Move embodies teamwork as a coordinating principle.
- Ensuring comprehension among all team members, regardless of rank, is vital for successful execution.
Fault Identification
- Units must identify and correct hold faults, while fatal faults can permanently disable squads.
- Leaders delegate responsibilities to subordinate leaders with clear understanding of the broader mission.
Decision-Making Framework
- Establishing clear guidance and boundaries enables subordinate leaders to operate independently while working towards a unified goal.
- Junior leaders must feel supported in their decisions, even if the outcomes are uncertain.
Clarity and Intimidation
- Frontline troops need the confidence to ask questions; intimidation can severely hinder operational effectiveness.
- Standardized plans should be repeatable and act as checklists for crucial tasks.
Planning Process
- A successful team requires an effective and repeatable planning approach to navigate objectives.
- Connect tactical missions with overarching goals to maintain clarity and direction.
Resource Allocation
- Leaders operate within the constraints of limited resources and must align decisions with overall mission priorities.
- Preparation involves making educated guesses based on experience and assessing available intelligence.
Operations Overview
- Initial Iraq deployment primarily involved direct-action missions, known as targeted raids.
- Balancing discipline and freedom is essential for operational effectiveness.
Leadership Confidence
- Insecure leaders who fear being outshined hinder team performance.
- Personal ambitions should never supersede mission success.
Team Management
- Leaders must recognize their and their team's limitations, pacing themselves for sustainable performance.
- Extreme Ownership can cultivate effective leadership skills in anyone willing to embrace it.
Principle of Simplicity
- Simplicity is a cornerstone principle in combat operations, aiding in clear communication and execution.
- Encouraging troop participation and interaction is vital for understanding and commitment to the plan.
Ego Management
- Ego disrupts planning, advice reception, constructive criticism acceptance, and self-preservation instincts.
- Awareness of dead spaces in operational environments is crucial for defensive strategies.
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Test your knowledge on the essential principles of military leadership including laws of combat, leadership structure, and the importance of trust and responsibility. This quiz covers the foundational concepts critical for effective team dynamics in a military context.
