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SPC Jeremy Williams
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1. Experience
2. Loyalty
3. Honesty
4. Being Congenial
5. Wisdom
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SPC Brandon Rodriguez
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After self evaluation and reflection on my past regarding on great leaders that I have encountered and the not so great ones, I can say that the most important trait in an authentic leader would be trust. As I dictate my thoughts about this question, I will be sharing my thoughts from the standpoint of a student. If there is no trust in your leader/student relationship, there will be very little professional development. Once there is trust with your leader, the student starts to understand and observe the choices and decisions that are made and directly impact their life. As a student, I learned early in my years that if I practice staying quiet, I tend to hear things that are important and learn things quicker than most people by simply observing the normal proper operation of things according to policies and procedures that have been put in place much before my time. With that being said, I believe any great leader will exhibit traits of being a greater follower. With being a greater follower, you are able to receive knowledge that allows you to share with others that may receive, learn and implement things at a slower speed. I would say that this is a great trait to have and exercise every day to help others along the way and make their lives simpler and more enjoyable. I believe that love for others, understanding, compassion, humbleness and desire to serve others will be the heart of all great leaders and flows from their being upon their students. A great leader will always put the needs of others before their own and never have their integrity questioned as they will always claim and acknowledge their mistakes to learn and make better decisions. The list could go on and on and I am sure that some traits are more important to others for certain reasons. As for me, these traits I have spoken about are the most important traits to me for a great authentic leader.

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CPL Dustin Haggard
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A good authentic leader will lead from the front, by example, with no double standard.
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Sgt Jose M. Martinez
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The principle trait found in an authentic leader would be a firm belief in God, because from such a trait, all other traits follow: Confidence, fair-mindedness, patriotic even to nationalistic levels, respect for our families, brother and sisters, a willingness to step forward to lend aid and assistance to others in need, and an unwavering dedication to all the traits just noted.

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Jose M. Martinez
Vietnam Veteran, US Air Force, 1972-1976
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PFC Kirstin Cender
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Honor, Thoughtfulness, and willingness to believe they're not the whole answer; but learning from the team, as well knowing they would learn from me; and also knowing I can learn from them as well. Leadership means in a nutshell teamwork.
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SGT Edward Murie
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well trained leadship, aware of everything around you.Know your men and where they are. Follow orders as well or better than your men, safety at all times. respond to your mens questions and needs
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AB Paul Newman II
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This is very simple. Not a leader says, "I'm right behind you men, I got your back."
A leader says, "Follow me..."
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SPC Constance Leal
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An authentic leader must be willing to work as a team member, willing to take some blame and give the glory.
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SFC Matthew Fearing
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Understanding when the need for immediate decision is needed and when input is needed and helpful. Making subordinates feel heard and respected for what they can do.
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SPC Paul Anderson
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Great leaders teach, either practically or by their actions. Great leaders exemplify unselfish humility. Great leaders are decisive. Great leaders inspire others and give them room to work.
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