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Leadership Traits and Principles

  
 

Leadership Traits                   Leadership Principles

  
     
  Leadership Traits (JJDIDTIEBUCKLE)  
 
  • Judgement
    • The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions.
  • Justice
    • Giving reward and punishment according to the merits of the case in question. The ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially.
  • Decisiveness
    • The ability to make decisions promptly and announce them in a clear, forceful manner.
  • Initiative
    • Taking action in the absence of orders.
  • Dependability
    • The certainty of proper performance of duty.
  • Tact
    • The ability to deal with others with respect.
  • Integrity
    • The uprightness and soundness of moral principles. The quality of truthfulness and honesty.
  • Endurance
    • The mental and physical stamina measured by one's ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress, and hardship.
  • Bearing
    • The creating of a favorable impression in carriage, appearance, and personal conduct at all times.
  • Unselfishness
    • Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others.
  • Courage
    • The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables one to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.
  • Knowledge
    • The understanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information.
  • Loyalty
    • The quality of faithfulness to country, service, and to your seniors and subordinates.
  • Enthusiasm
    • The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.

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  Leadership Principles  
 
  1. Know Yourself and Seek Self Improvement.
  2. Be Technically and Tactically Proficient.
  3. Seek Responsibility and Take Responsibility for your Actions.
  4. Make Sound and Timely Decisions.
  5. Set the Example.
  6. Know Your People and Look Out for their Welfare.
  7. Keep Your People Informed.
  8. Develop a Sense of Responsibility in Your Subordinates.
  9. Ensure that the task is Understood, Supervised, and Accomplished.
  10. Train Your People as a Team.
  11. Employ Your Unit in Accordance with Its Capabilities.

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