Prof. Courtemanche

Prof. Courtemanche,

In my opinion, subordinates do not have to like their leader. However, the respect must be there in order for a leader to be effective. It is the responsibility of the leader to earn that respect. If you earn the respect of your peers and subordinates there will be a level of friendship even if it is minor. Employees and soldiers are very similar; if they respect and trust their leadership, they will work hard and be successful.

I do believe that I am a leader; in fact, I would say I am an outstanding leader. Throughout my career, I have served as a Team leader, Squad Leader, and Section Leader. I have led over seventy mounted and dismounted combat patrols in Afghanistan. Some of my responsibilities included;