The Royal Marines Commandos say its a state of mind, never a truer statement.
I Know I’m Write…
“Human beings are perhaps never more frightening than when they are convinced beyond doubt that they are right.” (Laurens van der Post, 1906-1996, South African author, explorer & philosopher)
Dreamers are…
“The dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they act out their dream with open eyes, to make it possible.” (T.E. Lawrence, 1888-1935, English soldier and writer)
Quotes: Spirit & Leadership
“Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of the men who follow and of the man who leads that gains the victory.” George S. Patton (WW2 General)
Theodore Roosevelt’s 20 Key Elements of Leadership
By James M. Strock, a lawyer and the author of Theodore Roosevelt on Leadership (Random House): [Roosevelt] was . . . the greatest executive of his generation. –– Gifford Pinchot “The leader must understand that he leads us, that he guides us, by convincing us so that we will follow him or follow his direction.… Read More
The Qualities & Functions of a ‘Military’ Leader
Qualities of a Leader Courage. Willpower. Initiative. Knowledge. Integrity. Self confidence. Enthusiasm. An ability to communicate. Functions of a Leader Planning. Briefing. Controlling. Supporting. Discipline. Evaluating. As taught on the now defunct Military Proficiency Certificate (MPC) course to Junior Non-Commissioned Officers (JNCOs). The MPC was replaced by the Command, Leadership and Management (CLM) programme, which… Read More
Seven Pillars of Leadership Wisdom
Can you learn leadership? And what is wisdom? These are teasing questions for many of us so an article looking at both wisdom and leadership is almost irresistible. Mike Clayton says leaders need to be smart – they need to know how things work and how to get things done. They need to motivate their team,… Read More
Boot Camp & Military Fitness Institute 