I’ve moved through the ranks to help myself establish a position in our battalion that I really enjoy doing. In my opinion it’s the hardest job in JROTC because it takes a lot of focus and determination to accomplish task. I’ve worked hard for what I have earned, but I have higher aspirations. I want to become XO and to become the rank of Maj. I’ve been on staff for 3 years, I know the things run and I want to be in charge of the whole staff and take the responsibilities that come with it. The S-3 is a position with a very large amount of responsibilities and with those under control I am prepared to take my opportunity for the step up.
“Transformational leaders are able to increase follower self-efficacy, giving the group a ‘can do’ spirit. Followers are more likely to pursue ambitious goals, agree on the strategic goals of the organization, and believe the goals they are pursuing are personally important” (Robbins & Judge, 2013, p. 384). By evaluating and comparing my characteristics with my admired leader, Janet Mock, “People working for charismatic leaders are motivated to exert extra effort and, because they like and respect their leader, express greater satisfaction” (Robbins & Judge, 2013, p. 381). Developing those additional leadership skills and advancing the characteristics I currently possess, will allow me the opportunity to expand my horizon. Conclusion Understanding and evaluating leadership styles and theories can allow an individual to assess his or her capabilities.
She cared about him and believed of what he was capable to do in his life so much that even followed him to West Point when he was a cadet, and lived there so she could be close to him. The main influence in MacArthur’s life was the military academy West Point. He lived his life by the West Point values of duty and honor, which shaped his personality and who he became. General Douglas MacArthur was one of America’s most powerful leaders in history. His fantastic strategies combined with his skills of being a great general helped many of the outcomes of the American conflicts in his time and many of the victories may not have been received if it was for MacArthur.
By offering education opportunities, extensive amounts of supervisor led coaching and chances at additional responsibility and positions of authority they have created an upwardly mobile mindset in the members of this group. They have faced numerous leadership challenges in regards to organizational changes and will have to work at rebuilding some trust and faith in their workforce if they want future changes to be fully supported. The data gathered by their comprehensive standardization and evaluation program has proved to be an excellent tool for controlling technician behaviors and identifying negative trends so corrective actions can be quickly implemented. Finally, the numerous opportunities for recognition abound within this organization and serve to motivate and inspire to exceed established standards. Resulting in a highly motivated and dedicated force.
“Thinking about Leadership” by Thomas Cronin According to Thomas Cronin, there is a big difference between being a manager and a leader, “managers do things the right way, while leaders are more concerned with doing the right thing” (27). Throughout his article he provides numerous characteristics to define a leader along with many examples of past time leaders also examples of how a true leader would handle certain situations. A leader knows who they are; they select and solve priority problems, have a sense of humor, are skilled mediators, show signs of integrity and possess brains and breadth. Becoming or being a continuous leader is not an easy task, it really takes a special type of person. In summation, Thomas Cronin wanted the reader to understand that anyone can be a leader; leadership is not restricted to just the government.
For instance, being in good shape, coming to work with a fresh haircut, and knowing your job are all things that a young Marine looks up to in a leader. As a leader you accomplish this by your personal conduct on and off duty. High standards are a trademark of the Marine Corps and reflecting these principles and values is an iatrical part of setting the example. Along those same lines, being dedicated to duty and setting professional example encourages Marines to seek self-improvement while also giving someone for them to emulate. From experience I have developed my views on leadership and how it relates to being a leader in the United States Marine Corps.
Subject Leadership in the Primary School: Views of Subject Leaders. Abstract The profile of the primary school Subject Leader has risen significantly over the last decade. This has culminated with the TTA setting National Standards for Subject Leadership. This paper presents some of the findings of an ongoing study into Subject Leadership in primary schools and will explore the views of practising Subject Leader’s. Interviews with twenty teachers reveal the complexity of their posts, their frustrations and their responses to the challenges they face in raising the quality of teaching and learning in their subject area.
Many of the changes that JFK made or wanted to make were changes I agree need to be made. Even if those things did not make everyone happy. I feel that is another characteristic that makes a good leader. Conclusion Leadership styles are as unique as the individual that leads. Many people can fall into at least one leadership style but more often they have characteristics from more than one leadership style.
This person uses abilities to influence a group toward obtaining a particular result. These abilities are motivating and enabling others to contribute toward the effectiveness and success of the group of which they are members. The field of leadership has evolved and gained mega popularity over the years. While different theoretical perspectives have come and gone, common principles have emerged which remain essential for effective leadership. Some of them are: the importance of honesty and integrity in leadership; the need of effective communication inside the organization; the necessity to understand the team's business or mission; and, the requirement to adapt to changing situational factors.
My Definition of Leadership While one can find countless definitions of the word leadership, my personal definition is as follows: “Leadership can be defined as a process where one possesses the ability to influence and motivate a group of people towards the achievement of a common goal”. It was derived from all of my readings through this course. However, I do agree with Northouse (2010) on leadership’s essential components; process, influence, groups and common goals. My definition was also influenced by the 25 years I’ve spend on active duty in the U.S. Army. Certainly the success I achieved throughout my military career was a direct result of the process of learning from my mistakes and the interaction, observation and support of the leaders and subordinates that I worked with during that time.