How do you define a Leader?

1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 18:41:28 -0500

How do you define a true leader? What makes them stand out?

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Dec 22 at 2014 6:53 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 18:53:53 -0500

1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member good leaders set the example.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 23 at 2014 7:46 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 07:46:30 -0500

A leader is someone who can convince others to do what they otherwise would not.

A leader can get the most out of each team member, and get them to strive towards the same goals.

A leader can find a way to motivate others to reach their potential.

A leader sets goals that are obtainable and further the organization's objectives.

A leader is fair and objective when administering correction and praise.

A leader puts others' needs ahead of their own.

Response by CSM Buddy S. made Dec 23 at 2014 11:53 AM

CSM Buddy S. — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 11:53:41 -0500

A dedicated team player who takes initiative and assumes responsibility for his actions and the actions of his team. Setting the standards by doing and allowing others the chance to lead and if they fail, making sure they are picked up, brushed off and taught to carry on. Some of my best and hardest lessons came as a failed attempt, learn from it and grow, don't let it tear you down.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 23 at 2014 7:47 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 19:47:16 -0500

A manager will push (power) you to get results. A leader will pull (influence) you to achieve those same results. A manager has subordinates whereas a leader has followers. A true leader will use their position to empower others.

Response by CMC Robert Young made Dec 23 at 2014 7:50 PM

CMC Robert Young — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 19:50:02 -0500

In addition to all of the traits and characteristics that others have mentioned, a true leader develops other leaders. A true leader molds followers into leaders in their own right.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 23 at 2014 8:16 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 20:16:54 -0500

A leader is someone who sets the example and takes care of his/her Soldiers. A leader takes responsibility for his actions and the actions of the troops. A leader does not try to hide when things are tough, but hit it head on. A leader is not scared to do what is right. Lastly, a leader was a great follower before becoming a leader.

Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Dec 23 at 2014 8:38 PM

SPC(P) Jay Heenan — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 20:38:15 -0500

All great responses, but do not forget to mentor your junior SMs. Seems in the 'new Army', where cut backs are going on, leadership tends to focus on themselves and less on their junior Soldiers. Not everyone can be a leader, regardless of that individuals rank. Toxic leadership will always be worse than no leadership.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 23 at 2014 10:59 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 22:59:18 -0500

My leader is/should be my mirror. My influence and inspiration in the stewardship of the Army values. The main architect of the Esprit de Corps in the unit.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Nov 30 at 2020 12:56 AM

CSM Charles Hayden — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:56:41 -0500

Set an example of performance! Set a pace for that performance. 1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member

Response by CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 30 at 2020 9:26 AM

CWO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 09:26:15 -0500

Accomplishes the mission and looks out for troop welfare always.