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551st Special Operations Squadron

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e

The Best Teach The Rest

Leadership

551st Special Operations Squadron

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e

The Best Teach The Rest

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•  Positive

•  Inclusive

•  Solution Oriented •  Engaged, Involved, Outgoing

•  Work Hard, Play Hard

•  Mentoring

•  Self-Critique

•  Listen

Leadership Values - Expand your influence/Focus on changing what you can

- Understand/overcome obstacles

- Constant improvement

- We might not make it easier, but we can make it more fun

- Invest in your subordinates and you receive the returns

-  Accept imperfection; find time to reflect

- Accept inputs from others; make your decisions

- This is our squadron

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•  “We” vs “I”; “Our” vs “My”

•  Pay Attention to Detail

•  Be Proactive

•  Support in public; question in private; criticize at home

•  Stay in Shape: Mentally, Physically, Spiritually

•  Find the best solution; Don’t Tie Position to Ego;

Leadership Principles

•  Don’t Walk by a Problem

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•  Take Care of the Mission

•  Know and Take Care of Your People Families Matter

Force Protection

Safety

Health & Welfare (Suicide Prevention)

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Remember This...

There is more honor in wearing out than rusting out

A shot not taken is a shot missed

It’s better to have 50 guys you are trying to hold back than 50 guys you have to kick in the ass

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It’s about making things better…

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It’s about thinking…

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It’s about leadership…

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It’s about being an officer!

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