MY PHILOSOPHY OF AN EFFECTIVE LEADER 4 The greatest example of this type of leader is Jesus Christ. He is the perfect illustration of how to be an effective leader. Jesus’ example is still being seen over 2,000 years later. Jesus lived what he preached. He didn’t say one thing and do the opposite. He led with humility, compassion, and respect for every single person. Leading with humility involves being able to receive direction as well as being able to give direction. Just as Jesus was able to foster an environment of love and peace with His actions, good leadership is formed on the mentality that actions speak louder than words.I mentioned earlier that unhealthy leaders could still teach good leadership skills. I believe unhealthy leaders
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The military looks much different today than it did 20 years ago. However, the same values remain at its core; do the rightthing. Even when it feels uncomfortable, efficient leaders do the right thing. A quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. states “Never, never be afraid to do what’s right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society’s punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way.” This is a great example of what is at the core of successful Army leaders. Leaders must take the time to get to know their Soldiers individually. They must take the time to hone each of their strengths and develop each of their weaknesses. A team is only as strong as its weakest link and an effective leader will make it a priority topush his/her Soldiers to be better. Leaders have a responsibility to train their Soldiers to be physically and mentally fit for the good of the team and for the growth of the Soldier. In conclusion, good leadership creates well-rounded Soldiers that will become the future leaders of our Army. Leaders must be willing to humble themselves enough toreceive direction and not just give direction. In an ever changing Army, leaders have to evolve with the times and embrace the changes. Leaders need to lead the new Soldiers with their actions and show them what is right. Live by your word and do what you say you are going to do. Actions will always speak louder than
The military looks much different today than it did 20 years ago. However, the same values remain at its core; do the rightthing. Even when it feels uncomfortable, efficient leaders do the right thing. A quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. states “Never, never be afraid to do what’s right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society’s punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way.” This is a great example of what is at the core of successful Army leaders. Leaders must take the time to get to know their Soldiers individually. They must take the time to hone each of their strengths and develop each of their weaknesses. A team is only as strong as its weakest link and an effective leader will make it a priority topush his/her Soldiers to be better. Leaders have a responsibility to train their Soldiers to be physically and mentally fit for the good of the team and for the growth of the Soldier. In conclusion, good leadership creates well-rounded Soldiers that will become the future leaders of our Army. Leaders must be willing to humble themselves enough toreceive direction and not just give direction. In an ever changing Army, leaders have to evolve with the times and embrace the changes. Leaders need to lead the new Soldiers with their actions and show them what is right. Live by your word and do what you say you are going to do. Actions will always speak louder than