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LE1-C1S4T1pg41-46 The 11 Leadership Principles
Purpose
This lesson explains and provides examples of
the 11 leadership principles.
1.
2.
3.
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.
CPS Key Word Questions (1-4)
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_______ - an action that is intended to help someone
Tactical
achieve what they want in a particular situation.

Proficient
________ - when you can do something very well.

___________ - someone that has a less important
Subordinates
position than you in the organization you work for.

Grievances
_________ - when you believe something that has
happened was unfair.
CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)
How much do you already know abut the 11
leadership principles?
A. Expert – I have done a lot of learning in this area
already.
B. Above average – I have learned some information
about this topic.
C. Moderate – I know a little about this topic.
D. Rookie – I am a blank slate… but I’m ready to learn!
True or False:
The first and most important principle of
leadership is to be technically and tactically
proficient.
A. True
B. False
List 2-3 of the 11
military leadership
principles that you
think are your current
“strengths.” Why?
(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)
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.
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
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.

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
_______________
chain of command to pass
on information.
 Be alert to rumors within
your unit, and replace
them with the truth.

As a leader, it is your responsibility to set standards for
your unit by your personal example.
Appearance
Conduct
Performance
CPS Lesson Question (3-4)
The MOST important principle of leadership is….
A.
B.
C.
D.
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.”
True or False:
“Do as I say, not as I do” is the manner in
which a cadet should lead.
A. True
B. False
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.
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.
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.
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
Mutual respect and confidence can be developed
between leaders and subordinates by assigning
tasks and delegating authority.
________ your subordinates’ accomplishments
Recognize
when they demonstrate responsibility,
resourcefulness, and initiative.
 ____________
Correct errors of subordinates in private, never
in the presence of personnel whom they
command or lead.

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.
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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.
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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
CPS Lesson Question (5-6)
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.
A. True
B. False
A good rule to remember when developing
responsibility within your unit is to “Recognize
_________, but criticize __________”
A. publicly / privately
B. privately / publicly
List 2-3 leadership
principles that you
would like to develop.
For each one, list 1-2
actions you could do as
a first step toward that
development.
(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)
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