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Posted on Oct 12, 2017
The military is a leader-producing machine, but all leaders are different. What is your style of leadership and how does it help you succeed?
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This is how I see it. As a leader, or supervisor, I'm the quarterback. Those under my supervision are my receivers, running backs, and tight ends. It is not necessarily my job to get the ball to the end zone, rather I need to get the ball to one of my guys so they can get it there. I believe the same goes for being a leader. The mission is not necessarily my responsibility. I facilitate and direct in order for my subordinates to get the job done.
That being said, no one is going to work there butt of to put points on the board for a leader that treats them like crap. It is because of this that I believe that a leader, both military and civilian, need to demonstrate empathy and care about their people. In the military that might mean making sure your guys get the comp time they deserve or protect them from the bs that always seems to pop up when it's time to go home for the day. In the civilian world it is more like being understanding about emergencies that may come up, working the schedule to allow people to have the days off for special events, and being prepared to step up if someone needs to call in sick. Although it isn't necessarily the QBs job to move that ball, if there are no other options, sometimes you just have to suck it up and run. Take care of your people and they will take care of you and in turn the organization.
That being said, no one is going to work there butt of to put points on the board for a leader that treats them like crap. It is because of this that I believe that a leader, both military and civilian, need to demonstrate empathy and care about their people. In the military that might mean making sure your guys get the comp time they deserve or protect them from the bs that always seems to pop up when it's time to go home for the day. In the civilian world it is more like being understanding about emergencies that may come up, working the schedule to allow people to have the days off for special events, and being prepared to step up if someone needs to call in sick. Although it isn't necessarily the QBs job to move that ball, if there are no other options, sometimes you just have to suck it up and run. Take care of your people and they will take care of you and in turn the organization.
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CPT Christopher Coker
This is a great answer -- The football analogy is a nice touch.
I feel like what you're getting at is our ability to empower those around us to be successful. Being able to do that will facilitate what you mentioned in the second half of your response. Helping others achieve success is one of the best methods of leadership, and a sure-fire way to get others to buy into our vision and follow us.
Thanks for such awesome input!
I feel like what you're getting at is our ability to empower those around us to be successful. Being able to do that will facilitate what you mentioned in the second half of your response. Helping others achieve success is one of the best methods of leadership, and a sure-fire way to get others to buy into our vision and follow us.
Thanks for such awesome input!
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My style has always been that of the quiet leader. I don't yell much and I don't let my emotions come through as much as I can help it. My philosophy is that no matter what's going on, the look on your face should tell everyone around you that that's exactly what you expected to happen. I expect everyone to do their jobs and I don't tolerate excuses. I listen to others and never assume that I have all the answers.
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CPT Christopher Coker
Great answer, Scott!
There's something to be said about our ability to stay calm under pressure.
There's something to be said about our ability to stay calm under pressure.
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1) I will jump in front of the bullets for you when you are in the right
2) I will NEVER eat before you
3) Get the mission done asap, and correctly, then let's go grab a beer.
2) I will NEVER eat before you
3) Get the mission done asap, and correctly, then let's go grab a beer.
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