Completing assigned tasks and set goals is always the priority to the overall success of a platoons intended mission as well as increasing longevity of the life and health of all soldiers in the squadron. “To accomplish given task, an organizations’ leader and or leaders must efficiently and effectively carry out the primary management functions of decision making, supervising, and making the most of an organization manpower and allocated resources (Mintzberg, 1979). “In doing so leaders can adopt and adjust specific styles of leadership to assist in mission completion. This book report will compare and contrast the leadership styles and characteristics of SFC Rob Gallagher and SFC Jeff Fenlason from authors Jim Fredericks’ “Black Hearts: One Platoon’s Descent into Madness in Iraq’s Triangle of Death”, explaining how their similar but different styles of leadership helped and or hindered their units’ mission failures and success.…
If an organization aims to be successful, which most do, a crucial part in that success is strong leadership skills and a healthy employee/boss relationship. CEO Jay S. Schottenstein, who runs American Eagle Outfitters is an example of how communication can positively and negative effect an organization. This company uses a classical approach with a downward communication style. There is a lack of attentiveness towards employees but have a high understanding and care for production and clientele. I have personal experience on how corporate communicates and operates with employees because I was employed by this company during high school.…
The leadership of Army units often sets the tone for the command climate and culture. Whether or not a leader, be it an officer or not, is engaging has the potential to create an environment where…
Throughout this semester our class has been gathering information about the modern American military conflicts, either through book review or class PowerPoints. This newly gained information of our nation history has helped me create an understanding what leadership actually is and how certain people are able to have it. What helped me gather my view of leadership the most was the five leadership analysis on House to House: An Epic Memoir of War, We were soldiers once… And Young, The Last Stand Of fox company, Company Commander and Four hours in My Lai.…
MSG Benavidez was a leader of legacy who emulated all of the leadership attributes and Army values to its fullest potential. The leadership requirements model includes character, presence, intellect, leads, develops, and achieves. The Army values consist of honor, selfless service, personal courage, duty, integrity, respect, and loyalty. Every attribute and value is exuded through MSG Benavidez's actions, each divided specifically to isolate a specific trait. This paper will outline every attribute and value; demonstrating how MSG Benavidez imprinted a profound legacy as a leader in the Army and society on the whole.…
Leading leaders towards success Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the man who leads that gains the victory. (General George S. Patton) When Junior Soldiers think about command, typically the thought process is to assume sergeant fist classes, higher enlisted and officers. However, the command team can involve members of any rank depending on mission needs.…
Using the same traits as Stockdale, I have seen a cadet leader create followers who care more about The Citadel’s four pillars of development. The eight behaviors of leadership are as follows: empowering others for action and decision-making; holding team members accountable for results, putting team members first, keeping a balanced view of one’s own importance, staying authentic to one’s real self, acting and speaking with courage; creating trust that permits others to make and learn from mistakes; and…
My leadership philosophy is based on leading by example. I treat people with respect, show care, work hard, and display ambition. I feel by showing these traits, day in and day out, it will inspire not only followers, but also other leaders. I also know, when to take a servant leadership position. Being a leader, is not about who has the loudest voice, but about creating team morale, having a collective purpose, and listening to others.…
The Veterans are our heroes because they fight for us. I dont have the guts to go and war let alone have to possibly take someones life. My uncle went to war once. He was gone for about year. Now he is in a position where if they were to take men into war he is one of the last they would ask.…
I. Introduction Throughout history leadership principles are implemented to inspire and motivate young leaders. The Army defines leadership in ADP 6-22 as, “the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to. accomplish the mission and improve the organization.” The Army has a history of producing superior leaders.…
Leadership Philosophy Values The Army has a set of seven values that are expected of every Officer, Warrant Officer, NCO and Soldier. While I carry those same expectations of my Soldiers, three specific values definitively guide my Leadership Philosophy: Personal Courage, Honesty and Respect for others. Personal Courage is the value that drives the other two. It provides the will to think and speak honestly without fear of ridicule or reprisal.…
Challenges Faced by Military Spouses Make Them Heroes For many years, military spouses have been the backbone of the family. They are heroes without fame, heroes without costumes. They are the cornerstone in support of the deployed service member and the family members left behind. Some people say that heroes are those who are fighting for our country.…
Often times, leadership in military terms is synonymous with a higher, more philosophical, definition of leadership. Leadership can literally mean assuming authority, or influencing people through trust and loyalty, however, leadership in “The Things They Carried”, a story about an American military detachment in the Vietnam War, assumes a higher meaning. On the surface it may appear as if “The Things They Carried” illustrates a story about hardship and emotional trauma, however, that is not the exhaustive case. “The Things They Carried” details the clashing philosophies between adaption and necessity, and traditional values implanted into the mindsets of the character soldiers as well as the world as a whole during that time period.…
My Reflection of Mission Command During my career I have been involved in several situations that I could make decisions using the philosophy and principles of mission command, but I have had lack experience and knowledge about these issues. As a direct leader, I was joint with my Soldiers following orders, many times without think about aspects in connection with the mission command activities. Nowadays, after the mission command lessons in the Sergeant Major Course (SMC), I can understand and visualize how is crucial these aspects when I have to work with subordinates, superiors, and make decisions. Thus, I believe that these topics are in relation with what I could learn during the mission…
“Leaders Eat Last”: A Discussion of Army Leadership Qualities The Army invests a substantial amount of its time and resources into developing leaders. Due to their influence over their soldiers—and the world as a whole—leaders offer purpose and value to the Army profession. Because of their commitment to the development of leaders, the Army established a set of attributes and competencies that define an Army leader. Entitled the “Army Leadership Requirements Model,” these leadership standards dictate the core values, characteristics, and proficiencies that every emergent leader should strive for.…