1. The 11 Leadership Principles
LE2-C1S4T1pg5-10 The 11 Leadership Principles

2. This lesson explains and provides examples of the 11 leadership principles.

3. Lesson Objectives
Describe and provide an example of the 11 leadership principles.
Explain how the 11 leadership principles apply to the MCJROTC.
Describe how the 11 leadership principles promote effective leadership.
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4. CPS Key Word Questions (1-4)
Key Words
CPS Key Word Questions (1-4)
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5. Key Words
_______ - an action that is intended to help someone achieve what they want in a particular situation.
________ - when you can do something very well.
___________ - someone that has a less important position than you in the organization you work for.
_________ - when you believe something that has happened was unfair.
Tactical
Proficient
Subordinates
Grievances

6. CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)
Warm Up Questions
CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)
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7. Warm Up Question
How much do you already know about the 11 leadership principles?
Expert – I have done a lot of learning in this area already.
Above average – I have learned some information about this topic.
Moderate – I know a little about this topic.
Rookie – I am a blank slate… but I’m ready to learn!
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8. Warm Up Question True or False:
The first and most important principle of leadership is to be technically and tactically proficient.
True
False
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9. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)
Opening Question
Think about how you lead a group. List 2-3 behaviors that you demonstrate.
(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)

10. 1. Self-Knowledge and Improvement
The first and most important leadership principle is to “know yourself and seek self-improvement.”
Steps for self-improvement:
Discover your strengths and weaknesses through self-evaluation and evaluating others.
Seek self-improvement through study and observation.
Set a definite goal.

11. 2. Be Technically and Tactically Proficient
Technical and tactical training can be gained through books, classroom instruction, or on-the-job training.
Steps for technical and tactical proficiency:
Seek a well rounded education
Take a variety of courses
Practice the MCJROTC principles
Study and research
Associate with capable leaders

12. 3. Know your Subordinates
You should know and understand the behavior of each subordinate in your unit and how they react in different situations.
Always place your unit’s welfare before your own.
Concern yourself with your unit’s physical and mental health.

13. 4. Keep Your Subordinates Informed
You must inform your subordinates of all happenings that will affect them and give reasons as to why things are to be done.
A leader should use the _______________ to pass on information.
Be alert to rumors within your unit, and replace them with the truth.
chain of command

14. 5. Set the Example
As a leader, it is your responsibility to set standards for your unit by your personal example.
Appearance
Conduct
Performance

15. CPS Lesson Question (3-4)
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16. Lesson Question The MOST important principle of leadership is….
Set the example
Know your subordinates
Be technically and tactically proficient
None of the above
The MOST important principle is to “know yourself and seek self-improvement.”

17. Lesson Question True or False:
“Do as I say, not as I do” is the manner in which a cadet should lead.
True
False

18. 6. Insure the Task Is Understood, Supervised, and Accomplished
Make sure your unit knows what is expected of them through communication and supervision.
Communication
Don’t talk down to your subordinates or at too high a level, but on a level they will understand.

19. 6. Insure the Task Is Understood, Supervised, and Accomplished
Make sure your unit knows what is expected of them through communication and supervision.
Supervision
Under-supervision may result in inaccuracy of a task; but over-supervision hurts initiative.

20. 7. Training Your Subordinates as a Team
Teamwork is a give-and-take situation where individuals give their best to the unit; and in turn, the unit provides individuals with security, recognition, and sense of accomplishment.

21. 8. Make Sound and Timely Decisions
A leader must be able to rapidly evaluate a situation and make an accurate decision based on that evaluation.
Steps for making sound and timely decisions:
Plan for situations
Announce your decisions in a timely manner to allow your subordinates to be prepared
Consider advice and suggestions

22. 9. Develop a Sense of Responsibility among Your Subordinates
Mutual respect and confidence can be developed between leaders and subordinates by assigning tasks and delegating authority.
________ your subordinates’ accomplishments when they demonstrate responsibility, resourcefulness, and initiative.
____________ of subordinates in private, never in the presence of personnel whom they command or lead.
Recognize
Correct errors

23. 10. Employ Your Command in Accordance with Its Capabilities
Your unit cannot complete a task for which it has not been trained. Failure of such a task causes a loss of morale and self-esteem.
A leader should avoid assigning tasks that are beyond the unit’s capabilities.
A leader should also avoid tasks that do not challenge the unit.

24. 11. Seek Responsibility and Take Responsibility for Your Actions
Actively seek out challenging assignments to develop professionally.
You are responsible for all that your unit does or fails to do.
Always issue orders under your own name, not your commander’s name.

25. Acronym for Leadership Principles
KK B METS KIDS
Know Your Subordinates
Keep Subordinates Informed
Be Technically Proficient
Make Sound Decisions
Employ Command in
Accordance with Its Capabilities
Train Subordinates as a Team
Seek Responsibility
Knowledge and Improvement
Insure Task Is Understood,
Supervised, and Accomplished
Develop Responsibility among
Your Subordinates
Set the Example

26. CPS Lesson Question (5-6)
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27. Lesson Question True or False:
An effective way to build self-esteem within your unit is to give them tasks that are extremely easy so they are sure to succeed.
True
False

28. Lesson Question True or False:
Making timely and sound decisions are part of being a leader.
True
False
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29. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)
Closing Question
List the 2-3 most important things you learned in this lesson. Why are they important to you?
(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question)

30. Questions

31. Copyright Information
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