Types of leadership
This leadership style allows for Teammates to make unsupervised decisions.
Authoritative Leadership
This factor refers to the individual who not only commands but inspires, setting the example for others to follow.
Who is the leader?
A sgt displays this virtue by standing firm with their squad, showing unwavering allegiance to their unit and their mission.
What is loyalty?
A major realises that a cadet is in need of medical assistance, while adult ranks say he is fine. The major orders the adult ranks to take him to the sick bay without any discussion.
Which style of leadership is she using?
What is Authoritative
Without this factor, a leader has no one to guide, and their strategies remain mere plans on paper.
What is the follower?
This virtue ensures that NCO's are trusted, as they always act with honesty and honor, even when no one is watching.
What is integrity?
This style allows for all teammembers to be involved in the decision making process.
What is democratic/ participative?
This factor can make or break a mission, as it includes all the external conditions a leader must adapt to—from terrain to time constraints.
What is the situation?
In moments of danger or uncertainty, a nco draws upon this virtue to press forward and face challenges head-on.
What is courage?
A cpl leaves his section to lead themselves but comes by and check up on them.
What is Laissez-Faire?
In a high-stakes scenario, understanding the strengths and needs of this group is just as important as the leader’s own skills.
A leader who continuously seeks to improve, study, and understand their role and mission embodies this vital virtue.
What is knowledge?
This leadership style is adapted typically when there is an emergency.
What is Autocratic?
When a cadet leader steps up, these three elements form the delicate balance that determines success or failure.
What are the leader, the follower, and the situation?
These four virtues—binding a cadet leader to their team and their values—form the core of leadership excellence.
What are loyalty, integrity, courage, and knowledge?