Army Basic Leader Course (BLC) - (L) Army Leadership
This deck covers the key concepts of leadership as taught in the Army Basic Leader Course, including the attributes and competencies of leaders, the military problem-solving process, and team building.
Who is a leader?
Anyone who by virtue of assumed role or assigned responsibility inspires and influences people to accomplish organizational goals.
Key Terms
Who is a leader?
Anyone who by virtue of assumed role or assigned responsibility inspires and influences people to accomplish organizational goals.
Leaders do what two things to accomplish organizational goals?
Inspire and Influence
What does influencing mean?
Getting people to do what is required using words and actions
Influencing encompasses what three aspects?
Purpose, Direction, and Motivation
What are the three attributes of a leader?
Character, Presence, and Intellect
What are the three competencies of a leader?
Leads, Develops, and Achieves
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Who is a leader? | Anyone who by virtue of assumed role or assigned responsibility inspires and influences people to accomplish organizational goals. |
Leaders do what two things to accomplish organizational goals? | Inspire and Influence |
What does influencing mean? | Getting people to do what is required using words and actions |
Influencing encompasses what three aspects? | Purpose, Direction, and Motivation |
What are the three attributes of a leader? | Character, Presence, and Intellect |
What are the three competencies of a leader? | Leads, Develops, and Achieves |
What does the attribute “character” mean? | Determines what is right and gives a leader motivation to do what is appropriate, regardless of the circumstances or consequences |
What does the attribute “presence” mean? | The impression a leader makes on others; the sum of a leader’s outward appearance, demeanor, actions, and words |
What does the attribute “intellect” mean? | Mental tendencies and resources that shape conceptual abilities |
What does the competency “leads” mean? | Applying the three attributes to guide others toward a common goal and mission accomplishment |
What does the competency “develops” mean? | Leaders have the responsibility to create a positive organizational climate, prepare themselves to do well in their duties, help others to perform well, and be stewards of the profession |
What are the steps of the military problem-solving process? | 1 Identify the problem 2 Gather information 3 Develop criteria 4 Generate possible solutions 5 Analyze possible solutions 6 Compare possible solutions 7 Make and implement the decision |
What are some barriers to effective problem solving? | Fear of failure Tunnel vision Command pressure Over-seriousness Overconfidence |
What are the three stages of team building? | 1 Formation 2 Enrichment 3 Sustainment |
What are methods for assessing effectiveness? | Assess continuously Assess against established standards Take notes Refine the plan as necessary Take corrective actions |