Famous Leaders
Famous for his heroic deeds during World War II, he served as the 35th President of the United States and ignited the Space Race.
Who is John F. Kennedy?
Ex: Leader as a Motivator
Leaders that "paint" an inspiring future picture for the whole team. They imagine new, better, exciting destinations for their teams.
(Visionary Leader)
The willingness to do what is right, even if no one is looking.
What is Integrity?
The state of mind that lies behind your every action.
What is Attitude?
A Christian Minister and activist that became the most visible spokesperson of the Civil Rights Movement.
Who is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr?
Ex: Leader as a Communicator
A leader that understands how to issue a challenge and make an idea sound appealing to a team, no matter how impossible it may seem.
What is a Leader as a Motivator?
(Motivational Leader)
The phrase, "Treat others like you would like to be treated" exemplifies this.
What is Respect?
The idea that everyone must answer for their actions.
What is Being Accountable?
(Hint: A CAP Milestone is named after him)
Who is Gen. Billy Mitchell?
Ex: Leader as a Visionary
A leader that will want to take an idea in their mind and deposit it in the minds of others.
What is a Leader as a Communicator?
(Communicational Leader)
No matter what challenge you may face, you will always give it your best effort.
What is Excellence in All We Do?
The ability to direct your thoughts, emotions, and actions towards a meaningful purpose.
What is Self-Discipline?
Winner of the Bendix Trophy and Medal of Honor recipient, he lead the first aerial operation against mainland Japan during World War II.
Who is Gen. Jimmy Doolittle?
Ex: Leader as an Expert
Leaders that bring their understanding of deep, technical knowledge of their field to establish credibility and gain respect.
What is a Leader as an Expert?
This value characterizes selflessness; The difference between "taking" and "giving".
What is Volunteer Service?
What the Air Force defines as "tough-mindedness and tireless motivation".
What is the Warrior Spirit?
Believing in the ideal that everyone is capable of learning, this 20-year old educator was responsible for teaching Helen Keller.
Who is Anne Sullivan?
Ex: Leader as a Teacher
A leader that can educate their team in how to act and what to value.
What is a Leader as a Teacher?
The ability to judge how well you are living by CAP's core values.
What is Self-Awareness?
In the context of leadership, this trait is often the MOST neglected communication skill.
What is Listening?