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LEADERSHIP SKILLS 177

Attentive, patient, open-minded listening is one of for effective commtmication by cadet leaders in your
the biggest skills in leadership. NJROTC unit? Why do you think these are impor-
tant?1. High morale and good motivation often go
hand-in-hand for good students. What are some things
CONCLUSIONS ABOUT LEADERSHIP
that could be done in your high school to increase stu-
To be a leader, then, one must do many things. Among dent morale and improve student performance?
these, the leader must

• Understand, guide, and teach
• Manage, administer, and supervise
Study Guide Questions
• Have a dedication and sense of responsibility that
inspire others 1. After the basic human needs are satisfied, what higher
• Set a good example at all times needs 'will influence human behavior?
• Knuw people's needs and understand hmv these 2. What should the leader try to give subordinates?
needs affect human behavior 3. What is a good "rule of thumb" when making an in-
• Know how to deal with people and how best to spection of a job?
use resources 4. What must the leader do to motivate followers?
• Listen effectively and give cOlmsel wisely 5. A. What is morale?
B. What three things are essential to high morale in
• Plan ahead
an individual?
This sounds like a monumental task for anyone. But 6. What things are sure to destroy good morale?
leadership, like any other skill, is learned with patient 7. Why are frequent contacts with personnel important
study and practice. The NJROTC cadet leader must keep to building morale?
in mind that promotion depends a lot upon the effort and 8. What are three helpful rules to consider when start-
preparation he or she puts into each task assigned. III ing a conversation?
9. Why is lis/millg an essential skill for an effective
leader?

CRITICAL THINKING
Vocabulary
1. Which of the leadership styles described in this chap-
ter would work best in your NJROTC tmit? Why? constructive criticism motivation
2. What are some of the most important skills necessary hierarchy of needs reprimand