Foundational Leadership Bill Whaley

Learning Objectives Definition of Leadership 14 Leadership Traits 11 Leadership Principles Leadership Lessons

So What is Leadership Coming up with a leadership definition is surprisingly difficult. There is even a fair amount of confusion in the business schools where we see many professors act as though a leader and a manager are the same role. Sometimes dictionaries don’t help to much in coming up with a good definition of leadership. Merriam-Webster On-line defines it as: The office or position of a leader; Capacity to lead The act or an instance of leading

What some have said about Leadership Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality. —Warren Bennis You manage things; you lead people. —Rear Admiral Grace Murray Hopper My own definition of leadership is this: The capacity and the will to rally men and women to a common purpose and the character which inspires confidence. —General Montgomery

14 Leadership Traits Justice Enthusiasm Judgement Bearing Decisiveness Unselfishness Initiative Courage Dependability Knowledge Tact Loyalty Integrity Endurance

14 Leadership Traits 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 and consistently. Judgement. The ability to weigh facts and possible courses of action in order to make sound decisions. Decisiveness. Ability to make decisions promptly and to announce them in a clear, forceful manner. Initiative. Taking action in the absence of orders.

14 Leadership Traits Dependability. The certainty of proper performance of duty. Tact. The ability to deal with others without creating hostility. Integrity. Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles. The quality of truthfulness and honesty. Enthusiasm. The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.

14 Leadership Traits Bearing. Creating 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. A mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a Marine to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.

14 Leadership Traits Knowledge. Understanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your people. Loyalty. The quality of faithfulness to country, friends/family, and to one's seniors, subordinates, and peers. Endurance. The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress, and hardship.

11 Leadership Principles Know yourself and seek self-improvement. Be technically and strategically proficient. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. Make sound and timely decisions.

11 Leadership Principles Set the example. Know your people and look out for their welfare. Keep your people informed. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.

11 Leadership Principles Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished. Train your people as a team. Employ your people in accordance with their capabilities.

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