Leadership Traits

 

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  • Dependability
    The certainty of proper performance of duty.

  • Bearing
    Creating a favorable impression in carriage, appearances and personal conduct at all times.

  • Courage
    The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a man to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.

  • Decisiveness
    Ability to make decisions promptly and to announce them in clear, forceful manner.

  • Endurance
    The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship.

  • Enthusiasm
    The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.

  • Initiative
    Taking action in the absence of orders.

  • Integrity
    Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles; includes the qualities of truthfulness and honesty.

  • Judgment
    The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions.

  • Justice
    Giving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question. The ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially and consistently.

  • Knowledge
    Understanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your Marines.

  • Tact
    The ability to deal with others without creating offense.

  • Unselfishness
    Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others.

  • Loyalty
    The quality of faithfulness to country, the Corps, the unit, to one's seniors, subordinates and peers.


Tuesday March 22, 2005