Basic Leader: SPC Bradley

Performed duties of an SGL assigned to the Basic Leader Course (BLC) for the Fires Center of Excellence (FCOE). Served as the subject matter expert for all Course Management Plan (CMP) and Programs of Instruction (POI,) training and maintaining instructor certification. Responsible for the wellbeing, safety, professional development, and training of 16 Soldiers on a 22-day recurring cycle, performing nine cycles a year. During my tenure as a BLC SGL, I achieved numerous accomplishments and achievements. Received enormous praise from the United States Sergeants Major Academy (USAMA) for renovation of a Training Support Package (TSP) that was implemented across BLCs for the entire Army. Hand-picked as NCO of the Month for September 2015, selected

As an officer in the United States Army, it has been imperative for me to understand every facet of leadership and why it remains important to be an effective leader. During this course, I have learned some valuable lessons about myself as a leader and how I can improve on my leadership ability in the future. The journal entries along with the understanding of available leadership theories have been an integral part of my learning during this course. For all of the journals and assessments that I completed, I feel it has given me a good understanding of my current leadership status and my future potential as a leader. All of the specific assessments looked at several areas in regards to leadership; these assessments covered several

Effective leaders can inspire followers to excel and achieve a goal (Reed & Bogardus, 2012). Besides inspiration, military leaders should stimulate trust and possess specific core competencies including loyalty, selflessness, decisiveness, integrity, self-discipline, perseverance, and dedication (Loughlin & Arnold, 2007). Unfortunately, LCDR MacInnes lacks a few of these qualities.

SFC (Ret.) Mark C. Daw is the subject of this Leader’s Legacy paper. SFC Daw served for over twenty years in the United States Army Signal Corps. SFC Daw served during the Cold War in the Berlin Brigade, in Operation Desert Storm, in Bosnia during Implementation Force (I-FOR), and in Operation Iraqi Freedom 04-06. A career paratrooper, SFC Daw’s leadership style involved leading from the front at all times, superior tactical and technical proficiency, a hand of discipline tempered by wisdom, and developing his Soldiers professionally and personally. SFC Daw’s example serves as one worthy of emulation by all Soldiers, regardless of expertise or field. I am the Soldier I am today because of SFC Daw.

Master Sergeant Jeffrey J. Baker distinguished himself throughout a 25-year career through exceptionally meritorious service in a succession of positions of great responsibility to the Army and to the nation. Previous leadership positions of significant achievement include Human Resources Operations Branch (HROB) NCOIC, 82d Sustainment Brigade, Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Series Chief and Headquarters/Alpha (HQ/A) Company First Sergeant, Fort Jackson, South Carolina. MSG Baker's career culminated as the First Sergeant of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), 369th Adjutant General Battalion, U.S Army Soldier Support Institute (USASSI), Fort Jackson, South

SPC Jones achieved the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 94.33 % grade point average. She exceeded the Army standard by scoring 273 points on her APFT. SPC Jones has exhibited unwavering motivation from beginning to end through her constant pursuit of perfection. Her relentless effort to excel was seen in every evaluation which resulted in her ability to achieve outstanding results in 11 of 12 evaluations. SPC Jones took her leadership role seriously and her ability to communicate with purpose, respect and confidence commanded the respect of her peers. She demonstrated true team cohesion by not only putting out information but by helping when needed even when in a

SPC Greenwald achieved the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 92.51% grade point average. SPC Greenwald showed the potential to be an excellent Noncommissioned Officer. SPC Greenwald scored a 241 on his Army Physical Fitness Test. His superior garrison leadership ability aided the squad to achieve its mission and exceed the standards. He displayed a superior understanding of how to lead Soldiers in a tactical environment. SPC Greenwald greatly aided the squad's ability to effectively complete the mission. He consistently set the standard with his professionalism, attention to detail, and military bearing. SPC Greenwald demonstrated a satisfactory understanding of how

Part of that Triad of Leadership duty for the First Sergeant was to ensure the cadre positions were filled with the best and finest Soldiers available to take on the challenge. This task allowed me to examine administration packages to include NCOERs, individual essays on why the cadre member wanted to be part of the staff, and administrative requirements for the position. I wanted all of my cadre members to embrace the challenges and commitments to the Warrior Ethos; “No Soldier Left Behind.” If I felt that my cadre did not meet the standards, the cadre was not selected for the

SPC Novy exceeded the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 97.29 grade point average earning Commandant's List recognition. SPC Novy demonstrated excellence in the core leader competencies. He is an enthusiastic leader that possess all the attributes of an effective leader. His constant professionalism and military bearing was impeccable. His unyielding desire to succeed resulted in him being selected above 31 of his peers to perform duties as the Platoon Sergeant. He provided decentralized leadership allowing each squad to focus on their mission without interruptions; a consummate professional who requested respect and displayed authority while assigned in a leadership

SPC Godoy graduated from Basic Leaders Course in the top ten percent of her class, with an overall classroom average of 97%. She set the physical fitness standards at the NCOA by scoring 281 points on the Army Physical Fitness Test, and improving her score by twenty points. SPC Godoy's leadership, infectious enthusiasm and spirit set the standard for her peers and subordinates to

SPC Hall achieved the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 91.11% grade point average. He exceeded the standard by accumulating 283 points on the Army Physical Fitness Test. He communicated well in writing as he understood the importance of the Army writing style, associated regulations, and completing a recommendation for award. During Squad Drill and Physical Readiness Training, he executed all movements with precision and exhibited a command presence. He successfully communicated during a brief to his peers and contributed well to classroom discussions. SPC Hall led his squad confidently by following the eight Troop Leading Procedures and squad movement techniques during

The purpose of this paper is to identify how CPL Pat Tillman’s attributes and competencies impacted the U.S. Army and my leadership philosophy. The U.S. Army defines attributes of a leader as having impeccable character, presence, and intellect; with competencies described as leads, develops, and achieves (Headquarters Department of the Army [HQDA], 2015). The U.S. Army leadership requirements model defines the expectations and standards asked of leaders in the Army. CPL Tillman instilled in himself all these attributes and competencies, which I strive to emulate daily in my leadership style. CPL Tillman’s attributes and competencies positively impacted the Army and the community, which ultimately contributed to my personal

CPL Allen achieved the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 94.60% grade. CPL Allen passed the Army Physical Fitness Test with a score of 295. He received a superior in written communication. Displaying his understanding of Army Correspondence and the importance of effectively communicating professionally. CPL Allen's professionalism, high character and dedication throughout the course was great. As a result of that he received a superior rating in leadership. He invested time into others by staying after for study hall or giving subject matter expert feedback to his classmates. CPL Allen will be a tremendous contributor to the Noncommissioned Officer Corps. Made a significant

SPC Foltz exceeded the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 97.23% grade point average earning Commandant's List. SPC Foltz received a first time "GO" on all evaluations and examinations throughout the course. SPC Foltz is an enthusiastic speaker who commanded the attention of the whole group while serving in leadership positions. She displayed exceptional leadership skills as a squad leader; constantly ensured that personnel were prepared for the next training day and used initiative to accomplish tasks not assigned. SPC Foltz was a true team player throughout the entire course; completely supported fellow Noncommissioned Officers and strived to build and improve collective

SPC Jon exceeded the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 92.85% grade point average earning Commandant's List recognition. His attributes and competencies and knowledge of the responsibilities were put to the test with SPC Jon achieving the Leadership Award. SPC Jon demonstrated a high level of dedication to maintain his physical ability by achieving a 300 on the APFT. SPC Jon was also had the opportunity to compete in the academy's Iron Warrior Competition. His ability to effectively commutate verbally is that of a seasoned Noncommissioned Officer, whether it is though giving commands to a formation or writing awards for his Soldiers. SPC Jon's dedication to the mission