Title: List the principles of a good leader.
Course: Marine Corps JROTC I (09201) > Section: Introducing Leadership

List should include the following:

- Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
- Be technically and tactically proficient.
- Know your people and look out for their welfare.
- Keep your personnel informed.
- Set the example.
- Ensure that the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
- Train your marines and sailors as a team.
- Make sound and timely decisions.
- Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
- Employ your command within its capabilities.
- Seek responsibilities and take responsibility.

Note: the mnemonic/acronym for leadership principles is KK B METS KIDS.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does self-knowledge relate to leadership?
- What is the most important leadership principle, and why? Why is each important?
- How does proficiency relate to employing one’s command?