1. Department of Oregon Leadership
Jim Willis Department Commander
6 July 2016 1

2. Leadership Skills - Introduction1
Mission Statement 2
Remembering the Basics of Leadership
Introductions (15 Minutes)
Trainees are divided into teams. The Presenters will assign seats & team leaders on a rotational basis.
The key is to make sure everyone is expected to demonstrate and participate.
2. Back to Basics (30 minutes)
3. Homework Review (60 Minutes)
4. Effective Communications 3
Effective Communications 4
Open Discussion Q & A
Conclusion 2

3. Mission Statement
The Oregon Legion College develops leaders and their skills to communicate effectively, manage volunteers and administrate programs of the The American Legion
"You do not lead by hitting people over the head — that's assault, not leadership.“
Dwight D. Eisenhower 3

4. The American Legion Leader Remembering the Basics and Major Points
Qualities (Principals and Traits) of a Leader
Art of Leadership
Becoming a Leader
Refresher of a Leader 4

5. Remembering the Basics and Major Points
Leadership ability determines a person’s level of effectiveness
The true measure of leadership is influence – nothing more, nothing less
Leadership develops daily, not in a day
Trust is the foundation of leadership
Anyone can steer the ship, but it takes leader to chart the course 5

6. Qualities (Principals)
Proficiency
Knows self; seeks improvement
Timely decisions
Uses people/teams
For their strengths
Develops sense of
Responsibility
Leader
Title
Trains people
together
Accounts for others
welfare
Qualities of a Leader (This material is from Commander’s school) page 69
Just a quick review / reminder of the qualities of a Leader
Takes responsibility
Seeks Responsibility
Ensures success
Communicates
Sets the example 6

7. Qualities (Traits: distinguishing characteristic or quality)
Five most important: Honest, Forward-Looking; Competent; Inspiring; Intelligent.
Ability to Delegate; Communication;
J.J. D.I.D. T.I.E. B.U.C.K.L.E
Justice, Judgment, Dependability, Integrity, Decisiveness, Tact, Initiative, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty, Enthusiasm. 7

8. The “Art of Leadership”
A leader is one who has followers. A leader deserves to have followers if he has earned recognition. Authority alone IS NEVER enough to command respect.
A leader does not say “Get Going!” Instead, he says “Let’s Go!”
A leader assumes that followers are working with him, not for him. He considers them partners in the work, and sees to it they share in the rewards.
A leader duplicates himself in others. He helps those under him to grow because he realizes that the more big people an organization has, the stronger it will be.
A leader does not hold people down, but lifts them up.
A leader has faith in people, believes in them, trusts them, and thus draws out the best in them!
A leader uses his heart as well as his head. After the facts have been seen, he lets his heart take a look too.
A leader is a self-starter. He creates plans and sets them in motion.
Art of Leadership (This material is from Commander’s school) page 70
Just a quick review / reminder of the Leadership
The overall point
The future belongs to those who prepare for it; and developing tomorrow’s leaders – active members, chairmen and officers – is our challenge. You can excel in “The Art of Leadership” 8

9. The “Art of Leadership”
The future belongs to those who prepare for it; and developing tomorrow’s leaders – active members, chairmen and officers – it is our challenge. You can excel in
“The Art of Leadership”
Art of Leadership (This material is from Commander’s school) page 70
The overall point
The future belongs to those who prepare for it; and developing tomorrow’s leaders – active members, chairmen and officers – is our challenge. You can excel in “The Art of Leadership” 9

10. Law of Influence The true measure of leadership is influence
If you abuse leadership, you lose trust – loss of trust reduces influence.
People will tolerate honest mistakes, but if you violate their trust you will find it difficult to ever regain their confidence.
If you don’t have influence, you will never be able to lead others.
Build trust, increase influence, creates greater leadership.
“He who thinks he leads, but has no followers, is only taking a walk.” 10

11. Becoming a Leader Set Goals Take the Initiative Be Cooperative
Show Empathy
Be of Service
Inspire Others
Encourage Active Participation
Show Appreciation
Build Self-Esteem
Be Enthusiastic
Communicate Effectively
Be Creative & Original
Demonstrate a Positive Attitude
Art of Leadership (This material is from Commander’s school) page 70
The overall point
The future belongs to those who prepare for it; and developing tomorrow’s leaders – active members, chairmen and officers – is our challenge. You can excel in “The Art of Leadership”
It is the capacity to develop and improve their skills that distinguishes leaders from followers. 11

12. 4 Phases of Improvement I don’t know what I don’t know.
I know what I don’t know.
I know and I grow, and it starts to show.
I go simply because I know. 12

13. Leadership by Example?
“It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes up short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement; and who, at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat.”
- President Theodore Roosevelt 13

14. Effective Communications
Non
Verbal
Verbal
Written 14

15. Developing Basic Communication Skills
Remembering the 5 ‘W’ and the ‘H’
Who ?
What ?
Why ?
How ?
When ?
Where ? 15

16. Developing Basic Writing Skills
Be sure your writing is clear and concise. Know the difference between concise and comprehensive.
Identify the main topic. Note key points and answer the readers questions.
Proper grammar, spelling and punctuation are critical to effective writing. Use the tools on your computer (spell check). Do not be afraid to use a dictionary. Do not use big words. Limit the use of technical terms, abbreviations and acronyms. 16

17. Different types of Written Communications
Resolutions s
Meeting
Minutes
Blogs &
Instant
Messaging
Letters
Reports
Memos
Review the Do’s & Don’ts of Written Communications
- Letters
- Use of Letterheads, Logo’s
- s
- When and When Not Appropriate of using s
- Memos
- Reports
- Minutes of a Meeting
- Resolutions 17

18. Business Letter Basics
Understand the use of logos, fonts, letterhead and paper.
State the subject and purpose of the letter. One or two main topics.
Elaborate on the subject, then state conclusions, recommendations or decisions.
Conclude the letter with offering a closing action items or plan.
Do not belittle the reader.
Be positive, accurate and offer a solution to the problem. 18

19. E-mail Basics Not to Do’s of E-mails Do’s & Use of E-mails
Quick notice to members
Reminder of Events
Limit to the Audience
Be positive
Not to Do’s of s
don’t use all lower case
DON’T USE ALL UPPER CASE
Don’t cc: everyone
Don’t vent, criticize 19

20. Verbal Communication Tools
Your Standard
Delivery
Research
Presence
Do’s &
Don’ts
Verbal Communication Tools
Q & A
Delivery
Preparation 20

21. “Plans are nothing, planning is everything.” D. Eisenhower
Always
Be Prepared
(to Speak)
“Plans are nothing, planning is everything.” D. Eisenhower 21

22. Preparation Why are you speaking? To bring greetings
To chair the meeting
To address the issue as a stakeholder
To solicit donations or support
To answer questions with clear authority 22

23. Preparation Who are you speaking to? The American Legion
The American Legion Auxiliary
The American Legion Riders
The Detachment Executive Committee
The National Executive Committee
Other Non-profit Groups
Remember all are ‘Potential Members’ 23

24. RESEARCH What is the main subject RESEARCH, RESEARCH, RESEARCH!
Know your reference material
Always be accurate
Facts
Figures
Quotes
History 24

25. The Do’s Be Positive Be Passionate Be Enthusiastic Be Clear Be Concise25

26. The Do Not's Do Not look at the podium Do Not fidget
Do Not keep repeating the same point
Do Not rant & rave
Do Not over animate
Do Not pace the stage
Be careful with the following words:
Like, Ah, ahh, um
Do Not lend opinions to their politics 26

27. Your Presence Dress for success Use your passion Always be positive
Make eye contact
Use positive mannerisms
State your point and move on
Know where your hands are at all times
Find a “SPEAKING ROLE MODEL”
Duplication is the sincerest form of flattery! 27

28. There is no wrong or right way…
Remember
There is no wrong or right way…
Be yourself, Be calm,
and Be confident … 28

29. Also… Personnel determine the potential
Relationships determine the morale
Structure determines the size
Vision determines the direction
Leadership determines the success
“you did this…”, “No – you, did this.” 29

30. Questions and Answers Always know your subject
There are no dumb questions
Be clear
Be concise
If you do not know, say so
Your opinion may not always be the fact 30

31. Questions 31

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33. Thank You! 36