What Makes A Good Section Leader

A leader is someone who puts all their needs aside and puts others first. A leader doesn't think just for themselves, but they have to think about their team. A leader has to put all the drama to the side and has to make their team join together as one. With doing this, their team can be emotionally stronger and better. A leader has to be a role model for the new and rejoining people on the team. If I was the color guard section leader then I would do all of the things I have said plus more. I would work harder not just with myself, but with the team. I would put all the drama and my feelings towards others aside and be a rightful leader to the team. If I have to make difficult choices I will not think about myself, but I will think about the

The first step in being a great section leader is to have prodigious social skills. Being social means that a person is able to communicate effectively with people without conflict. In my opinion, a section leader needs to be social in order to give instructions and receive positive feedback from other section members. If the leader of a certain section is not able to communicate well, things will not run as effectively as the band director desires. Being social also means on enjoys the companionship that comes along with being a leader. I feel that if a leader is not able to make a personal connection with the person in

In the two years I've spent in high school band, I've learned that the best leaders are the ones who do whatever needed to help the whole band succeed. Whether that be arriving at 6 in the morning to help your section with marching and music, or just spending time with them at football games and section parties. A great leader is someone who knows not only their own strengths and weaknesses, but the organization's as well. The best leaders can also fully differentiate when it is time to work and when it is time to have fun.

Group leaders are essential to the success of accomplishing the mutual goals of group counseling. The role that group leaders play is vital for establishing a group environment in which members feel safe, engaged, and encouraged. Characteristics and functions of effective group leaders are good listening skills, good observations skills but more importantly, remain impartial, therefore, the group leader does not give her or his opinions about topics because of consequences that can bring to the group. Additionally, group leaders are culturally sensitive to differences in power and privilege among groups from different ethnic backgrounds. Encouraging participation from members who are hesitant to speak up as well as ensuring that all ground rules are enforced are responsibilities of an effective group leader. However, also being aware that not every member is as comfortable in sharing as others are key for group leaders to be

As section leader, it was my responsibility to keep peace in the section and make sure she was focused and followed the rules. This proved to be a challenge. However, I typically am not one to back away from a challenge. So I put in a great amount of effort to working with her.

Lastly, a section leader must understand that they do not possess the power to take over the entire band. They are to listen to those leaders above them, such as the drum majors and the band director, and should not step out of line and attempt to rebel against those who possess the great power in the band. This would highly help the band keep effective communication and

When I received the position of trumpet section leader in my school’s marching band, a wave of excitement coursed through my veins. Becoming section leader relieved my anticipation for a meaningful leadership position. Before I took over as section leader, I had an insatiable desire to spread my wealth of musical knowledge. Over time I discovered that the phrase “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink” was true. I gave my section an almost endless array of trumpet exercises, but they did not start utilizing them until they saw how those exercises made me successful. I realized then that I lead best by example. Leading by example is how I intend to enrich the community at UW Eau Claire.

Since my 10th grade year, I have been a percussion captain and front ensemble section leader for my high school’s marching band and it changed me as a person and allowed me to learn about myself. When I first started, I did not understand how I should take control of 25 other people, most of which were older than me, so I felt as if I had to be overly demanding of my group to reach my high expectations. However, I soon realized that to be an effective leader, I must not set my expectations too high, but at the same time, I must motivate my section to be the best they can be so that we can all succeed as a team. Furthermore, I discovered that to lead, I must not always just do what everyone else wants, but instead, do what is best for everyone.

This is Brendan Reese. I recently submitted my Candidate Activities Record, but I needed to make a change. Because I am graduating after this year, my band director wanted to select a younger section leader who would be able to lead next year as well. Although I was section leader during my sophomore and junior year, I will not be section leader this year. Thank you for your time and consideration.

I have been both section leader and president of choirs I have joined, and what I loved most was that we all shared a common goal; to make something beautiful. Being Section leader encouraged me to rely on others, trusting them to do their part, just as they trusted me to do the same. The rewarding yet frustrating process of learning music, and performing it made me more patient,and therefore a better leader. I acclimated myself to speaking (and singing) in front of others, and over time my confidence grew.

Recently, I have been honored with the responsibility of leading my section in the Great Oak Marching Band. Over the years, I have observed the behavior and mannerisms of the previous sections leaders and certain elements stand out to me that are good, and some that need to be much improved. Most section leaders are connected individuals and can really form strong bonds, but the tendency is only lean toward a limited group of people. This often results in other members being left out of activities that should be involving all within that section. From my experience this past year, I know I have to make a conscience effort to involve everyone equally. It is difficult to be efficient when you are constantly having to second guess yourself. It can often seem as though all your efforts to be a good leader are futile and those around you do not respect you.

I believe leadership is an important factor of the band that allows for a specific member to inspire and motivate others to a mutual goal while still being of equal importance to the outcome of that goal. An officer is someone to look up to for learning and understanding. A leadership position is almost like being an idol (although an equal) to the other students and meant to bring the team to the top.

The Primary definition of a leader is the person who leads or commands a group, organization or country. I believe it is far more than that, you have to be able to simultaneously exhibit and constantly maintain specific qualities. Throughout my high school years I was heavily involved in many activities that I strongly believe have shaped me into the individual I am today. Perhaps the most significant meaningful and sustaining experience I have had was the privilege of being a section leader and a Woodwind Captain. Out of those years I developed three qualities and still hold to this day: patience, a strong work ethic and consistency. In order for me to properly guide the members of the section to become the best they could be I had to quickly

What qualities make a good leader? You can ask a hundred different people, and you will get a hundred different answers. A good leader is someone who accomplishes the mission, has the respect of their subordinates, and makes the difficult decisions when needed. For me, I believe that a great leader needs to have a variety of qualities, but most importantly a sense of fairness, hard work/care, and common consideration for others. Different experiences throughout my life and time at West Point have lead me to believe that these three tenants are what are most needed for a great leader. In terms of a leader’s moral character, common consideration has the greatest influence on the success of a leader, because without common consideration, a

Determination, courage, and confidence are all characteristics needed to be a good leader. The principal player in a music group is considered to be a leader. Even bands need leaders, if we didn’t have leaders where would we be today? John Quincy Adams once said, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” A good leader is liked by the people, has power, and produces followers. When there is an unwillingness to make things happen, to take the initiative and accept responsibility; this is when a leader emerges. Leaders develop through drive, creativity, and devotion.