“Lead by Example” is a term that has no origin, per se, but is visible throughout history further back than Alexander the Great (356 BC – 323 BC). A king at age 19, and conqueror of much of the known world, would draw a sword and lead the charge. The sight of Alexander leading the charge had a motivational inspiring effect on his army that no force on Earth could withstand. As a result of his leadership style, he has no recorded battlefield losses during 11 years of conquest. As a side note, I…
Commissioned Officers, NON-Commissioned Officers, and Civilians who all are responsible for a role…
Management and Leadership Comparison Introduction In the Army, behavior is governed by a strict set of rules and regulations. The military has shaped my leadership and management style. The Holy Spirit has worked in my life to transform my weakness into strengths to become a better Soldier and leader. This paper discusses the influence of leadership, leadership principles, and strategies for management and leadership development. Influences of Leadership Employee job satisfaction and performance…
The most important role in leadership is a noncommissioned officer. Noncommissioned officer or should we say “NCO” has been a very important factor in the United States Army, for a very long time and is known to be the back bone of the Army. Respecting the noncommissioned officer in the army is critical. They have been carefully selected to train and guide soldiers to the right path. A noncommissioned officer has mastered all the basic soldier skills they have earned their respect by serving in…
When you’re in the army, everything should be tough and masculine. There are no rooms for sissies and softies. You must be hard enough to face any enemies and show that no stuff could defy your toughness. Everything that’s related with un-masculine stuff should be left at home. That’s how you show your toughness in the army! No, being a sissy is not allowed in the army. Especially when you’re marching in front of the people in while under a platoon, no sissy-ness should be present. All should be…
The History of the Army noncommission officer dates back to 14 June 1775 with the birth of the Continental Army (FM 7-22.7) PG1-3. In the Beginning of the Continental Army there was little to no standards to what a Noncommission officer duties or responsibilities were. In 1779 the duties and responsibilities of NCO would come to be after inspector general Friedrich Von Steuben wrote a regulation that standardized NCO duties and responsibilities. The regulation was named, Regulations for the…
There are several qualities which are essential for a Special Constable at McMaster University. These qualities are integrity, quality, inclusiveness, teamwork, critical thinking, personal growth and a passion for life long learning. In terms of integrity and quality, I have demonstrated these with my steady employment at the Royal Ontario Museum over the last 10 years and my discipline free employment history. Integrity is the cornerstone of building trust with our community, I believe that…
assist police to be more efficient, CRL which now deals with 70% of police calls for service, File Management which now frees up officers to focus on preventative tasks reducing victimisation. Risk is necessary at times for growth and doing what is needed rather than what is wanted is sometimes what has to be done. Within the organisation it is generally the Commissioned Officer who needs to drive understanding through clear communication especially when taking on a new role it is important to…
“I am an expert and a professional.” The very reason why we are a unique organization. We often question what it means to be a profession? Professions are not professions simply because they say they are, says Colonel Matthew Moten. It simply means experts certified within the profession, entrusted by the people to demonstrate competence, character, and commitment. The Army of profession was inherited by men and women of this nation to help develop expertise within our formation through complex…
The profession of Arms consist of Soldiers who have pledged to defend the constitution, the rights and interests of their people. It takes courage and the belief in something bigger than yourself to enlist and defend your country. Aside from specializing in combat operations, Soldiers must learn to adapt to different operational environments. As a Human Resources Sergeant in the Profession of Arms it is important that one must balance its role as a leader, remain professional at all times, as…