Personal Experience On Leadership Styles in the Military

Intro There have been a number of people that I would consider as having had a strong influence on my life, especially throughout my working years. I encountered several effective leaders during my years in the military. Looking back on these leaders, the one constant that was present was the variety of different leadership styles they exhibited. No two leaders were exactly the same in how they approached their duties. They were all effective, but had different strengths and weaknesses, and unique takes on how they felt was the most effective way to lead their subordinates, many of whom would rotate in and out of their command in a short period of time. This created a need to choose or develop a leadership style flexible enough to work with a variety of individuals, some from vastly different upbringings, cultures, and values. It was difficult for me to choose one particular person to assess in this report because I have been exposed to the leadership styles and techniques of several talented leaders, and several who weren’t so talented and perhaps were unprepared to be in a leadership role. Many times in the military, leadership roles are thrust upon someone because they achieved a certain rank, and not necessarily because they exhibited any particular leadership characteristics. One thing that stands out for me is that the leadership techniques and principles that we are studying in class were not taught per se in the enlisted ranks during the period of myShow MoreRelatedEssay on Leadership Styles795 Words   |  4 PagesThe leadership styles of the United States Presidents can make them effective or it can limit their effectiveness. The effectiveness of the President has direct effect on the American people. 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