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courage

strength of character to confront a tough situation head-on.

responsibility

willingness to be accountable for your actions.

ability to set the example 

to set the standard of performance, conduct, and appearance.

self-discipline 

to be dependable and will fulfill responsibilities without supervision.

self confidence 

to know yourself, your ability and to be decisive.

sense of humor

a humorous remark can ease tension and restore morale to the group.

tact 

to deal with others in a respective manner.

common sense 

sound, practical judgment.

Loudness and projection

to ensure all subordinates, within a command, heard a given command.

Distinctness and clarity

to be clear, specific, and precise with a command or set of instructions.

Inflection

to change the pitch or tone of one´s commanding voice.

Cadence

a rhythmic flow of a sequence of words or commands that helps to keep a command in step.

Participating

leader helps and supports team members’ efforts towards completing the task.

Selling

leader closely supervises while also providing explanations and opportunities for clarification.

Delegating

leader turns over to team members’ responsibility for decision making and problem solving.

Telling

leader provides specific instructions and closely supervises team members as they perform their task

Independent

cadets that seek responsibility, carrying out assigned tasks; respectful.

Effective

cadets that support the unit’s goals and objectives.

Alienated

cadets that always complain, criticizing every idea or questioning every unit policy.

Dependent

cadets that go along with anything you ask them to do without thought.

Core values

Strong beliefs about what is important that form the backbone of one’s character

Honor

The act or belief abiding by an uncompromised moral code of integrity.

moral

Principles or rules of right conduct or the distinction between right and wrong.

integrity

Adherence to a strict code of moral character of truthfulness, honesty and ethical principles.

ethics

Rules or standards governing the conduct and actions of an individual or group.

courage

The inner strength to proceed in spite of fear, danger, or criticism.

commitment

A sincere and steadfast loyalty to one’s beliefs, actions, and character.