Leadership Skill #6 - Setting the Example

Setting the Example

The most persuasive Leadership skill is the personal example of the leader. A good leader sets a positive example in these ways:

1. Following instructions.
2. Trying hard.
• The leader must work as hard as--if not harder than--any member of the group.
3. Showing initiative.
• A good leader must do what has to be done without waiting to be told or forced to act.
4. Acting with maturity.
• An effective leader shows good judgment.
5. Knowing the job.
• Generally, a leader should have a mastery of the skills to be used.
• If not, the leader must apply the resources of the group toward achieving the task.
6. Keeping a positive attitude.
• A positive attitude is very important.
• Enthusiasm is contagious.

Role models are an important method in Boy Scouting.

• Boys often will copy the actions and behaviors of leaders they like and admire.
• Boys will literally walk, talk, and act as the example set by the leaders of the troop.