Corporal's Course (Leadership II) Exam Questions
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The Marine Corps' vision of leading is less concerned
with rank, self-identity, recognition, or privilege than
with the essence of our Corps —the individual Marine
and the unyielding determination to persevere. Our
vision of leading is linked directly to our common
vision of warfighting, which needs leaders devoted to
IMPORTANCE OF
leading, capable of independent and bold action,
COACHING
who are willing and eager to assume new and
sometimes daunting responsibilities, and willing to
take selfless risks because the Corps must succeed.
This guidance and the objectives of Marine corps
leadership inspired the framework for this lesson.
, The coaching methodology complements a leader's
existing knowledge toward developing leadership in
subordinate leaders.
Coaching is defined as a process of ongoing
observation and encouragement for a Marine's
personal and professional growth. It occurs on a daily
basis and provides informal feedback, documentation,
IMPORTANCE OF and communication of goals focused on the
COACHING CONT. development of the Marine.
Improved competence is the desired outcome of
coaching. The coaching methodology uses
interpersonal interaction to impart techniques and
improve the recipient's ability to accomplish their
goals. Coaching occurs whenever an individual
provides a fellow Marine with the benefit of their
experience.
Coaching is a continuous process. It occurs during
training while Marines show others how to perform
actions during the course of their duties or the
accomplishment of their missions. While Marines carry
out tasks, coaching is applied to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of their work and
IMPORTANCE OF simultaneously develop subordinate leaders
COACHING CONT. x3 confidence and knowledge base.
The true value of any training is not so much the
training itself, but the change in behavior that should
result from learning. Performance is not so much
about what you know as it is about what you do with
what you know.
, Coaching is a process that enhances potential in
individuals to improve performance. It is about
helping someone learn rather than drilling them on
memorization. Coaching uses:
•Hard leadership skills:
-Goal setting
-Reviewing performance
CHARACTERISTICS
•Soft leadership skills:
-Believing in potential
-Developing self-belief
It is often about addressing the "attitude or motivation
of an individual," which all too regularly limits their
performance, progress, and potential.
Using the SMART method of setting goals empowers
subordinate leaders to influence coaching outcomes.
SETTING GOALS Additionally, developing goals should be treated as
Marines treat mission statements. Therefore, include a
proper in order to (IOT) at the end of your set goals.
•Specific: The goals must be clear (PT, education)
•Measurable: Check progress and hold accountable
Characteristics of Goals: •Attainable: Relevant, manageable, and challenging
•Realistic: Tools and abilities to accomplish
•Timely: Provides focus and accountability
, After you create and document SMART goals with a
plan for reaching them, engaged leadership becomes
easier and more focused.
Assessing progress is where small unit leaders truly
get to know and understand their Marines. By using a
recommended goals form or a locally produced
version, documenting these SMART goals sets a
standard of assessment. Additionally, leaders have the
REVIEWING
opportunity to ensure these goals are balanced
PERFORMANCE
against all other competing factors of their Marines'
time. The foundational key to setting and meeting
these goals centers on the fact that the Marine is in
control of achieving them. If adjustments to existing
goals need to be made, leaders are involved in
reinforcing or advising the adjustments.
"Equipment is useful only if it improves combat
effectiveness"
MCDP-1
Coaching is not a short-term fix; it is a long-term
solution to help a person unlock their true potential
and maximize their own performance through
instilling confidence.
Coaching involves a skill set that can only be
developed with practice and requires an investment in
time, energy, and resources to maximize performance.
BELIEVING IN POTENTIAL
As a leader there are four facets of coaching to keep
in mind. You want to develop yourself to:
•Coach as a guide—to keep individuals on target with
performance.
•Coach as an instructor—to focus on objectives.
•Coach as a motivator—to enhance performance.
•Coach as a mentor—so that your subordinate leaders
have the desire to emulate you.
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Terms in this set (122)
The Marine Corps' vision of leading is less concerned
with rank, self-identity, recognition, or privilege than
with the essence of our Corps —the individual Marine
and the unyielding determination to persevere. Our
vision of leading is linked directly to our common
vision of warfighting, which needs leaders devoted to
IMPORTANCE OF
leading, capable of independent and bold action,
COACHING
who are willing and eager to assume new and
sometimes daunting responsibilities, and willing to
take selfless risks because the Corps must succeed.
This guidance and the objectives of Marine corps
leadership inspired the framework for this lesson.
, The coaching methodology complements a leader's
existing knowledge toward developing leadership in
subordinate leaders.
Coaching is defined as a process of ongoing
observation and encouragement for a Marine's
personal and professional growth. It occurs on a daily
basis and provides informal feedback, documentation,
IMPORTANCE OF and communication of goals focused on the
COACHING CONT. development of the Marine.
Improved competence is the desired outcome of
coaching. The coaching methodology uses
interpersonal interaction to impart techniques and
improve the recipient's ability to accomplish their
goals. Coaching occurs whenever an individual
provides a fellow Marine with the benefit of their
experience.
Coaching is a continuous process. It occurs during
training while Marines show others how to perform
actions during the course of their duties or the
accomplishment of their missions. While Marines carry
out tasks, coaching is applied to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of their work and
IMPORTANCE OF simultaneously develop subordinate leaders
COACHING CONT. x3 confidence and knowledge base.
The true value of any training is not so much the
training itself, but the change in behavior that should
result from learning. Performance is not so much
about what you know as it is about what you do with
what you know.
, Coaching is a process that enhances potential in
individuals to improve performance. It is about
helping someone learn rather than drilling them on
memorization. Coaching uses:
•Hard leadership skills:
-Goal setting
-Reviewing performance
CHARACTERISTICS
•Soft leadership skills:
-Believing in potential
-Developing self-belief
It is often about addressing the "attitude or motivation
of an individual," which all too regularly limits their
performance, progress, and potential.
Using the SMART method of setting goals empowers
subordinate leaders to influence coaching outcomes.
SETTING GOALS Additionally, developing goals should be treated as
Marines treat mission statements. Therefore, include a
proper in order to (IOT) at the end of your set goals.
•Specific: The goals must be clear (PT, education)
•Measurable: Check progress and hold accountable
Characteristics of Goals: •Attainable: Relevant, manageable, and challenging
•Realistic: Tools and abilities to accomplish
•Timely: Provides focus and accountability
, After you create and document SMART goals with a
plan for reaching them, engaged leadership becomes
easier and more focused.
Assessing progress is where small unit leaders truly
get to know and understand their Marines. By using a
recommended goals form or a locally produced
version, documenting these SMART goals sets a
standard of assessment. Additionally, leaders have the
REVIEWING
opportunity to ensure these goals are balanced
PERFORMANCE
against all other competing factors of their Marines'
time. The foundational key to setting and meeting
these goals centers on the fact that the Marine is in
control of achieving them. If adjustments to existing
goals need to be made, leaders are involved in
reinforcing or advising the adjustments.
"Equipment is useful only if it improves combat
effectiveness"
MCDP-1
Coaching is not a short-term fix; it is a long-term
solution to help a person unlock their true potential
and maximize their own performance through
instilling confidence.
Coaching involves a skill set that can only be
developed with practice and requires an investment in
time, energy, and resources to maximize performance.
BELIEVING IN POTENTIAL
As a leader there are four facets of coaching to keep
in mind. You want to develop yourself to:
•Coach as a guide—to keep individuals on target with
performance.
•Coach as an instructor—to focus on objectives.
•Coach as a motivator—to enhance performance.
•Coach as a mentor—so that your subordinate leaders
have the desire to emulate you.
