Which Marine Corps Leadership Principle Is Key To Successful Operations
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We obtain our values through the influence of our ________, ________, and ________ with earlier experiences having more of an effect than later experiences.
Parents, teachers, and peers
Attitudes are not as deeply held as values.
True
CATEGORIES
Values are organized into the following five categories: •Political values •Social values •Personal values •Economic values •Religious values
CHARACTER
Our character is defined by "...the commitment to an admirable set of values, and the courage to manifest those values in one's life, no matter the cost in terms of personal success or popularity." (Sorely, 1989)
VALUES AND LEADERSHIP
If a Marine is left without any guidance or supervision, then personal values will determine what that Marine will or will not do. Leaders must provide guidance and supervision to inspire and reinforce organizational values to have an effect on the behavior of our Marines.
IDENTIFYING WITH PEERS VICE UNIT
When there is a breakdown in vertical cohesion within the parent command, Marines only identify with their peers and not with their unit. Marines in a group or section are only loyal to those Marines within the immediate group.
IMPACT ON UNIT SUCCESS
Some Marines fail to make the connection between group objectives and command mission. Failing to understand the impact they have on the operation of the unit causes a disassociation from the unit and the Marine Corps.
INSUFFICIENT CHALLENGES
Many Marines joined the Corps to be challenged to the fullest extent of their capabilities. Disillusionment occurs if their units have low individual expectations.
INEFFECTIVE MENTORS
When new Marines check into a unit, they are looking to others to confirm accepted behaviors. Without a proper mentor, a Marine may choose a negative role model simply because of a dominant personality.
LACK OF MARINE CORPS STANDARDS
A witnessed deviation from, and a lack of adherence to, required standards leaves a negative opinion of both the command and the leadership. If Marines are continually exposed to such an environment, their standards will begin to suffer as their expectations and sense of accomplishment dwindle.
INSUFFICIENT DISCIPLINE
Discipline is degraded when commands relax standards, whether traditional customs or published regulations. All Marines are responsible for and capable of enforcing good discipline.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
The best and most important way to resolve conflicting values is through leadership by example.
A Marine's sense of pride in who they are stems from a dedication to our ________.
Organizational values
As a leader, it is your job to sustain organizational values, set the example, and guide the way for new Marines.
true
As much as anything, our ________ set us apart.
Core values
Marine Corps core values increase our readiness by providing a ________.
Foundation for teams to function more effectively
Honor includes personal qualities of ________.
Dedication, trust, and dependability
MENTAL COURAGE
Just before the Battle of Thermoplyae, a Spartan warrior named Dienekes was told that the Persian archers could blank out the sun with their arrows. He replied "Good, then we shall have our battle in the shade." Spartans were mentally prepared for war from a young age.
MORAL COURAGE
In 1968, CWO Hugh Thompson was flying a support mission over My Lai when he realized something was terribly wrong. U.S. soldiers were slaughtering hundreds of unarmed civilians. With great moral courage Thompson landed his helicopter between the U.S. soldiers and the villagers and ordered his crew to train their weapons on the U.S. troops. He rescued 16 civilians calling in additional helicopter support to evacuate them. He would later report the incident to his chain of command.
PHYSICAL COURAGE
In early 2004 while serving on the Iraqi border with Syria, Jason Dunham's platoon was checking vehicles in conjunction with an attack on their PSD element. One of the drivers became combative, and Jason was engaged in hand-to-hand combat when the driver dropped an armed grenade in the midst of the Marines. Jason covered the grenade with his own helmet and used himself to shield his platoon members. This great physical courage saved the lives of those closest to him.
TRAINING AND COURAGE
Courage is not a chance gift of nature. It is developed through hard realistic training and unit cohesion that brings about a special bond amongst its members.
Courage is the uncompromising code of integrity to respect human dignity and value others.
false
What is the importance of our core values of honor, courage, and commitment?
They give strength, influence attitudes, and regulate behaviors.
The bedrock of a Marine's character is _______.
Honor
The Marine Corps philosophy of leadership is characterized by ________.
T he belief that leadership qualities can be developed within the individual Marine
Which of the following are desired leadership qualities established by the Marine Corps philosophy of leadership? Select all that apply
Inspirational example Technical proficiency Moral responsibility
The objective of Marine Corps leadership is to develop ________.
Leadership qualities of Marines, enabling them to assume progressively greater responsibilities in the Marine Corps and in society
The four most common styles of leadership are ________.
Telling, selling, participating, and delegating
In the ________ style of leadership, the leader may discuss alternate solutions, but ultimately makes the decision themselves.
Participating
The one common thread among great leaders is the ability to read people and select the leadership style that best communicates orders.
True
Which leadership trait is achieved by weighing the pros and cons accordingly to arrive at an appropriate decision?
Judgment
________ permits a senior to assign a task with the understanding that it will be accomplished with minimum supervision.
Dependability
The leadership trait ________ involves impeccable personal appearance.
bearing
KNOW YOURSELF AND SEEK SELF-IMPROVEMENT
Evaluate yourself by using the leadership traits to determine your strengths and weaknesses. Then simply utilize your strengths and improve your weaknesses.
BE TECHNICALLY AND TACTICALLY PROFICIENT
As a Marine, you must demonstrate your ability to accomplish the mission, and to do this you must be capable of answering questions and demonstrating competence in your MOS as well as in the profession of arms.
DEVELOP A SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY AMONG SUBORDINATES
Assigning tasks and delegating the authority to accomplish tasks promotes mutual confidence and respect between the leader and subordinates. It also encourages initiative and cooperation in the accomplishment of unit tasks.
MAKE SOUND AND TIMELY DECISIONS
Hesitation or a reluctance to make a decision leads subordinates to lose confidence in your abilities as a leader.
SET THE EXAMPLE
As a leader of Marines, your duty is to set the standard by personal example.
KNOW YOUR MARINES AND LOOK OUT FOR THEIR WELFARE
Knowledge of your Marines' personalities will enable you, as the leader, to decide how to best handle each Marine and determine when more supervision is needed.
KEEP YOUR MARINES INFORMED
Informing your Marines of the situation makes them feel that they are a part of the team and not just a cog in the wheel.
SEEK AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACTIONS
Seeking responsibilities also means that you take responsibility for your actions.
ENSURE ASSIGNED TASKS ARE UNDERSTOOD, SUPERVISED, AND ACCOMPLISHED
Supervision is essential! Without supervision you cannot know if the assigned task is being properly accomplished.
TRAIN YOUR MARINES AS A TEAM
Personal qualities, leadership abilities
EMPLOY YOUR COMMAND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS CAPABILITIES
Keep your Marines informed.
Leadership traits develop ________, and leadership principles develop ________.
Be technically and tactically proficient.
Which leadership principle promotes efficiency and morale by making Marines feel that they are part of the team?
Be visible and approachable.,Enforce good hygiene and sanitation.,Correct grievances and remove discontent.
Which leadership principle can be developed by service schools, preparing yourself for the job requirements of the next higher rank, and independent research?
Unselfishness
Which of the following are methods to develop the Marine Corps leadership principle to know your Marines and look out for their welfare?
Common thread among great leaders
The leadership trait ________ is the essence of leadership.
The Marine Corps leadership philosophy
The ability to read people and select the leadership style that best communicates orders is the ________.
ucmj code of conduct oath
The belief that leadership qualities can be developed within the individual Marine by Marine leaders characterizes ________.
Ethical warrior
Which of the following documents contain the basis for our professional ethics? Select all that apply.
Morals
A member of the profession of arms who protects the value of life, at great physical and emotional risk to themselves, is a/an ________.
Honesty
Which term associated with ethical leadership is concerned with the principles of right and wrong in relation to human action and character?
Code of conduct,UCMJ
Which term is associated with ethical leadership and includes clarifying misunderstandings?
Correct answer: Marines take care of their own.,Marines refrain from public displays of affection while in uniform.
Documents that are the basis for our professional ethics include ________.
Correct answer: Inform subordinates of expected standards.,Enforce institutional and organizational standards.,Issue clear orders.
Identify the traditional Marine Corps ethics from the list below. Select all that apply.
Forming
Which small unit leader guidelines set the leader and subordinate up for success in ethical behavior? Select all that apply.
Correct answer: Constructive criticism and mutual trust
During which stage of team development is there a high dependence on the leader for guidance and direction as there will be little agreement on team goals outside of those established by the leader?
Correct answer: Horizontal cohesion
Characteristics of a high performance team include which of the following?
Correct answer: Esprit de corps
Which dimension of cohesion is also known as peer bonding?
Correct answer: Properly indoctrinate Marines.,Embody the spirit you wish to see.,Develop a winning attitude toward mission accomplishment.
A good reputation among other units and care of equipment and weapons is an indicator of ________.
Marine Corps core values
To foster and maintain esprit de corps and unit cohesion, the small unit leader should ________. Select all that apply.
an individual's feeling or opinions toward something or someone generaaly expressed in terms of likes or dislikes
what bonds all Marines cohesively into one team that is eady to meet any challenge?
Marine Corps philosophy of leadership
from the list below, select the definition of attitudes
Rules (laws)
The belief that leadership qualities can be developed within the individual Marine, and that leaders have the responsibility for developing those qualities is the _____________________.
train your marines as a team
Humanity's attempt to interpret the ethics of a society.
•Enthusiasm and pride in the unit •A good reputation among other units •A strong competitive spirit •Willing participation by members in unit activities •Pride in the history and traditions of the unit •Personal appearance and conduct •Observation of standard military courtesies •Care of equipment and weapons •Motivation toward mission accomplishment
which leadership principle is essential for successful operations from the smallest unit to the entire marine corps?
Leadership traits
which of the foolwing are indicators of exprit de corps in a unit? all of the following are true
know your marines an look out for their welfare
personal qualities are developed by ________________
•Know yourself and seek self-improvement. •Be technically and tactically proficient. •Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. •Make sound and timely decisions. •Set the example. •Know your Marines and look out for their welfare. •Keep your Marines informed. •Seek and take responsibility for your actions. •Ensure assigned tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished. •Train your Marines as a team. •Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.
which princile enables you to dedicade how to best handle each marine and determine when more supervision is needed
behavior
11 leadership principles
false
the marine corps core values give us strenth, influence our attitutes, and regulate our ______________
•Put your Marines' welfare before your own. •Correct grievances and remove discontent. •Be visible. Be approachable. •Get to know and understand each of your Marines. •Give them confidence that you will ensure they are prepared for battle. •Concern yourself with their living conditions. •Help Marines get needed support. •Enforce good hygiene and sanitation. •Keep in touch with your Marines' thoughts. •Ensure fair and equal awards distribution. •Encourage individual development. •Provide sufficient recreational time, and participate. •Share hardships.
the objective of marine corps leadership is to develop an instituational mindset with a common set of core values complimentary to social norms
•Taking an interest in each individual •Taking care of them before taking care of yourself •Treating them fairly and firmly •Providing tough, realistic training to ensure success and survival •Thrusting goals into their lives to improve themselves and our Corps You must ingrain in them a deep pride to keep their honor clean and an unconquerable, aggressive spirit.
wyas to develpp the leadership principle "know your marines and look out or their welfate" include _____________. select all that apply
absolute trust
Know your Marines and look out for their welfare. This is accomplished by:
our core values
cohesion is the intense bonding of mariens, strenghtened over time resulting in ________________
Personal values
the code of ethics for marines can best be summarized by
code of conduct UCMJ
if a marine is left without guidance or supervision, _______________________ will determine what that marine will or will not do
the individual Marine
which of the following doculments are basis of our professional ethics?
Ethics
the marine corps philosophi=y of leadership is based upon developing
Seek responsibilitiy and take responsibility for your actions
A set of standards or a value system by which free, human actions are ultimately determined as right or wrong, good or evil.
Reinforcing institutional values through organizational standars
by seeking different leadership billets, learning the duties of your immediate supervisor, and taking action in the absence of orders, you are practicing the leadership principle
personal values
By_____________ leaders can set themselves and their subordinates up for success
behavior
leaders are more able to predict and influece the behavior of marines by understanding
true
a person's_________ is manifested in the way they act dress and speak
forming storming norming performing adjourning
deviation form our institutional values are intentional attidues derived from a lack of respect for authority
common thread amonng great leaders
stages of team develpment by order
•When possible, explain why tasks must be done and your intent to do them. •Ensure, by frequent inspection, that subordinates are passing-on necessary information. •Be alert to detect the spread of rumors. Replace rumors with truth. •Publicize information concerning unit success. •Keep your unit informed about current events and regulations affecting their pay, promotion, education, privileges, and other benefits.
the ability to read people and select the leadership style that best communicates order is the _______________
true
you can develpp the leadrship principle of keeping marines informed by _______________
leadership by example
the ability to inspire others is a desired leadership qulity outlined by the marine corps philosophy of leadership
know yourself and seek self improvement
the best and most improtant way to resolve conflicting values is through _____________
true
which leadership priciple requires your own personal standars to be alighned with institutional values to avoid setting a double stadard for marines
Honesty
relaxed standars oftern lead to value conflicts
a pledge to complete a worthy goal by worthy means
more than simply telling the truth, _________ includes clarifying misundestandings
•Make an honest evaluation of yourself. •Seek constructive criticism from peers and superiors. •Learn from other leaders and what made them successes or failures. •Develop a genuine interest in human nature. •Master the art of effective communication. •Have a definite goal and plan to attain your goal. •The only way to self-improvement is through critical self-analysis.
the definition of commitment is _____________.
Courage
how can you develop the leadership principle "know yourself and seek self-improvement"?
values
The marine corps core value that is the spirit of determination and dedication that leads to professionalism and the mastery of the art of war is
keep your marines informed ""
the influence of ____________ on human behavior is so great that people will fight and even die for it
Read people and effectively communicate orders
the leadership principle _______________ promotes efficiency and morale by making marines feel that they are part of the team
telling
the common thread among great leaders is the ability to _______________.
value conflict exist
what time is critical to the success of the mission, the ______________ style of leadership is often most effective
marine corps core values increase readiness
when individual values and attitudes differ from those of the leader or the marine corps to the extent that it affects performance, a ____________
•Enthusiasm and pride in the unit •A good reputation among other units •A strong competitive spirit •Willing participation by members in unit activities •Pride in the history and traditions of the unit •Personal appearance and conduct •Observation of standard military courtesies •Care of equipment and weapons •Motivation toward mission accomplishment
providing a common set of values for acceptable behavior, building foundations for team to function effectively, and building trust in leadership is how ______________
conducting annual training??????????????
indicators of esprit de corps include_______________. select all that apply
•Seek well-rounded military education through service schools. •Read and research independently. •Attend college courses aligned with the area of proficiency. •Observe capable leaders in your field. •Broaden associations with other members of the profession of arms (joint/combined forces). •Seek opportunities to exercise knowledge through the exercise of leadership. •Prepare yourself for the job requirements of the leader at the next higher rank
one way to positively influence values is by
values
the center of person's character is their
Ethical warriors
who is in the best position to foster positive peer pressure and reiforce core values?
•A Marine's word is their bond. •Marine leaders do not eat before subordinates. •Marines take care of their own. •Marines maintain grooming standards even while on leave. •Marines refrain from public displays of affection (PDA) while in uniform. •Marines do not let a fellow Marine down. •Marines never leave a Marine behind on the battlefield. If we fail to practice ethics in garrison, we will also fail when it is expected in combat.
those that protect the value of likfe at great physical and emotianal risk to themselves are known as ____________
Constructive criticism and mutual trust
Traditional Marine Corps ethics influede which of the following
• When a leader defines limits and allows subordinates to make decision within those limits • Important that the leader's Goals, objectives, and restrictions are clear • Hinges on the trust and confidence that the leader places in subordinates • Subordinates proficiency in smaller tasks required to gain trust
a high-performance team establishes
actions that conform to ethical and moral standards
delegating
standars of human action that determine good or evil
right
the principle of right or wring in relation to behavior
ethics
the soundness of moral principle and character
morals
•Technical proficiency •Moral responsibility •Inspirational example
integrity
the prerequisite at all levels for decentralized authority to be successful is
The objective of Marine Corps leadership is to develop the leadership qualities of Marines, enabling them to assume progressively greater responsibilities in the Marine Corps and in society.
weighting pros and cons accordingly to arrive at an appropriate decision
justice
the ability to make and announce prompt decissions in a clear and forcefull manner
judgment
Use the leadership style that will effectively communicate orders
decisivemeness
demonstration of high moral standards of virtue, selflessness, and honor
tact
Personal adherence to high standards of conduct
inspirational example
seek and take responsibility for your actions
moral responsibility
setting the example
which leadership principle requires you to use initiative and sound jedgment when trying to accomplish jobs that are not required by your grade?
participating
by showing marines you are willing to do the same tasks they are assingend, being physically fit, and maintaining an optimistic outlook, you are practicing
maintain unit integrity physical and technical proficiency
what style of leadership fosters initiative and ingenuity among subordinates?
interdependent
to develop your ability to rain your mariens as a team ________________
confidence in the unit's capabilities
which of the following are characteristics of a high performance team?
leader makes a decision and announces without input from subordinate
la lack of _______________ and poor performance preodain a units's failure
lowest level of leadership style leaders presents a decision and invites questioning
selling
• When a leader defines limits and allows subordinates to make decision within those limits • Important that the leader's Goals, objectives, and restrictions are clear • Hinges on the trust and confidence that the leader places in subordinates • Subordinates proficiency in smaller tasks required to gain trust
telling
encourage unit participaton in recreational events maintain a high state of personal physical and mental fitness maintain unit integrity
participating
wrong
when deciding how to correct an observed violation of our code of ethics, the violator's _____________ should be taken into consideration
initiative is taken on small matters not covered by instructions
the definiton of ____________ is deviatign form moral honesty as prescribed by law or by conscience
uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles
dependability
the ability to look, act, and speak like a leader
bearing
which leadership trait is achieved by weighing the pros and cons accordingly to arrive at appropriate decisions
What gives us strength, influences our attitudes, and regulates our behavior as Marines?
Right
the common thread among great leaders is the ability to read people and
Courage
An act is deemed as ____________ when it conforms to ethical and moral standards...
constructive
the Marine Corps core values that vies us strength to do what is right in every situation in adherence to high standars of personal conduct is
make sure that task is explain, supervised
in a high-performance team, criticism is _______________
an individual's feeling or opinions toward something or someone generally expressed in terms of likes and dislikes
the principle _________________ is the most important to mission accomplishment as supervision is essential
an understanding and commitment to our code of ethics, core values, and personal values
definition of attitudes
inaction
Ethical decisions are derived from
-Train your marines as a team -operate efficiently within the chain of command -consider how your decisions effect others
when observing an unethical act, the worst form of action is ____________ as it violates every leadership concept in or out of military service.
life value
to develop the leadrship principle of making sound and timely decisions, you can
morale
In the event there is no law or regulation for a specific occasion, a person's actions are determine ethical if they respect the ___________ of others
• When a leader presents a decision and invites questions and comments • Allows subordinates to know why and what went into the decision-making process • Effective in developing a degree of trust and respect both ways
of the five dimensions of cohesion, _____________ must be a constant concern because it is the foundation element of discipline.
• When a leader presents a problem, gets suggestions, and makes a decision • Promotes good two-way communication • When leaders discuss alternate solution, but ultimately make the decision themselves • Fosters initiative and ingenuity among subordinates
participlating
• One-way communication characterized by the leader making a decision and announcing it without input from subordinates • Effective style of leadership when there is an experience or trust shortfall in the subordinate, or when time is critical to the success of the mission
to behave ethically on the battlefield we first must
ideas about the worth or importance of people concepts or things
to develop your ability to train your matiens as a team _______________
is the quality that guides marines to exemplify the highest standards associated with military service.
definition of values
judgment and decisiveness
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