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others. I have worked to do this by testing myself in various ways. These tests to myself, although difficult at first, have shown me that it is most important to confidently be able to lead. I believe that enrolling in Army ROTC then becoming an Army Officer should be the next test for me to take to become confident in my leading abilities throughout my life. Army ROTC will give me the training and structure I need to become a successful leader. One of my main objectives in life is to be…

Defining Core Values of Leadership The military recognizes leadership as being “the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization” (FM 6-22, 2006, p. 1-2). Moreover, it defines three core attributes that a leader should exemplify, following a formula of: BE, KNOW, and DO. A soldier should be in line with the common values and ideals of both their nation and military, to help shape a leader’s…

I’m willing to date myself by quoting a Woodstock-era folk song because if you haven’t looked around the Logistics Readiness Officer (LRO) career field lately, suffice to say that the times are changing and it’s exciting! After a decade of trial and error, the 21R career field has gotten serious about how to develop the next generation of commanders. The effort underway is taking the concept of the LRO from three haphazardly-kluged specialties down a path of creating a tactical expert that will…

Former Governor of Rhode Island, and United States Senator Lincoln Chafee once said, "Trust is built with consistency." The idea of consistency is an idea that is highly regarded among the Officer Corps at Hargrave. So much so, in fact, that we included it in our Mission Statement for the 2015-2016 school year. It is because we agree, that trust is indeed built with consistency, that we hold this value in such high esteem. We believe that maintaining…

is the Law Enforcement Oath of Honor, a statement proclaimed by every Police Officer in the United States upon their initiation. It is a statement of trust of the highest degree. It is a statement of responsibility to support and protect those around them. It is a statement all too often not upheld by the ones who take it. This oath is not exclusive, it encompasses all who live within the jurisdiction of these officers. Why then, are the citizens to whom this oath refers so frequently…

competencies and leadership skills to be successful in the Congressional Fellowship Program. 2. As the commanding officer for 4th Brigade Support Battalion 1st SBCT 4th ID in Fort Carson, Colorado I have had the benefit of working with CPT Shepherd. CPT Shepherd is sought out for is ability to be the subject matter expert for the unit. While setting the standard for other officers and soldiers to emulate. He has earned a reputation through various assignments to include Assistant Battalion S3…

Additionally, the Combat Exclusion Policy was one of the last remaining institutional glass ceilings for women, barring women from serving in career enhancing assignments and entering the tactical career fields associated with promotion to flag/general officer grades. In January 2013, the U.S. lifted its ban on women in combat and expect to have women training in those positions by 2016. In addition, at a press conference in the Pentagon Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and General Martin…

Shortly after joining the Rhode Island National Guard, I realized that becoming an Army Officer would be my chosen career path. During Basic Combat Training, I had the opportunity of being squad leader. I was in charge of making sure my soldier were on time, in the right place, and wearing the correct uniform. I would take the blame for any deficiencies, and I would try harder as a leader to make sure that we were up to standard for the next formation. I excelled at this challenge. Being so…

about your actions when trying to implement changes in the organization and operation of the aid-station, is the fact that you successfully delegated some the tasks to your subordinates, and effectively shared the responsibilities with fellow Non-Commisioned Officers (NCO). As a leader, you were successful at recognizing flaws and implementing actions through collaboration, which improved the conditions of the…

Becoming a Surface Warfare Officer would place me in a position that would challenge me and utilize my leadership skills at all times. A Surface Warfare Officer is responsible for three hundred plus lives and millions of dollars between their team of sailors and the equipment aboard their fleet. I am ready to accept the challenge. As a leader, my goal would not only be to motivate myself through everyday tasks, but also to motivate others around me to excel exponentially in their work and…