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To drive this evolution , comprehensive leadership programs were developed and taught to all classes of soldiers . Even senior officers are trained to be leaders first and commanders second . The goal is for modern forces to work far more collaboratively at all rank levels to ensure a proper balance between the demands of the mission and the needs of the soldiers .
As with any training program , the first step in development must be to define the core terminology . The definition of leadership varies among military forces , but the Canadian Forces ( CF ) offers an excellent example : “ Leadership is the art of influencing human behaviour so as to accomplish a mission in the manner desired by the leader .”
Although this definition has evolved and many variations exist today , it captures the essence of what leadership is . Leadership consists of two equally important components . The first component is the mission or goal either determined by the leader or assigned by another , more senior person . The leader and team must work toward this ultimate outcome . The second , equally important , component is the method in which the team will work toward that outcome . The leader must control this method to ensure all team members are working effectively toward the same outcome . If either of these two components is missing , then leadership is absent and the likelihood of the desired outcome being achieved efficiently is significantly reduced .
With leadership well defined , these programs establish the core concepts that will be their critical focus . These concepts summarize the entire leadership program in several short and concise points that are easily referenced at any time . While the exact wording and number of points used varies even within individual countries , the general concepts remain the same . Use of these points recognizes the fact that the human mind will only retain a small percentage of information presented . The points ensure that the core concepts are not permitted to be overlooked or forgotten .
The Canadian Forces ’ Principles of Leadership are an ideal example of these core concepts . Although the current CF leadership program dates back several decades , it remains as relevant now as ever , thanks to constant updating . One example of it is : 1 . Achieve professional competence ; 2 . Appreciate your own strengths and limitations and pursue self-improvement ; 3 . Seek and accept responsibility ; 4 . Lead by example ; 5 . Make sure your soldiers know your meaning and intent , and then lead them to the accomplishment of the mission ; 6 . Know your soldiers and promote their welfare ; 7 . Develop the leadership potential of your soldiers ; 8 . Make sound and timely decisions ; 9 . Train your soldiers as a team and employ them to their full potential ; and
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