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Ethical Leadership - During a feedback session, TSgt Smith tells his subordinate, "We all should
be grateful to our nation, our loved ones, and our brothers/sisters in arms. This means we're
responsible to a great deal of people to do the right thing, even when no one is watching."
TSgt Smith's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Owing; three O's of Ethical
Principles
Ethical Leadership - TSgt Spencer has a great deal of respect for his supervisor, MSgt Ford.
Their section is preparing for a base level inspection and Ford tells Spencer that he expects the
highest score. However, Spencer knows there are some major areas that need work and they don't
have time to fix them. Because he doesn't want to let Ford down, Spencer decides to hide the
items from the inspection team.
TSgt Spencer's actions BEST illustrates the ethical trap of__________. correct answers Loyalty
Syndrome
Ethical Leadership - TSgt Coleman's subordinates are preparing to deploy for 6 months. While
checking their training records, he finds that one Airman, SSgt Green, isn't qualified on two
important tasks. This is Green's first deployment and he's excited to go. Coleman knows he
doesn't have time to train Green before he leaves, so he says "We will train you when we get
there."
Because TSgt Coleman ________ his actions will MOST LIKELY _____ his subordinate's
effectiveness. correct answers Misunderstanding of the three P's; Hinder
Diversity - While briefing at the First-Term Airmen Center, TSgt Breedlove says, "It is important
for young Airmen to understand you will be working with diverse individuals that bring different
traits to the job. While some traits are permanent, job knowledge, responsibilities, four-
dimensions of wellness, and level of education will evolve during your time in the Air Force."
TSgt Breedlove's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Secondary dimension
,Diversity - TSgt Haywood heard SrA Brooke and SrA Jones discussing their usual weekly lunch
plans. A1C Litvak joined in and said, "How come you guys never invite me? Is it because I'm a
female? SrA Jones laughed and said, "We never invited you before, what makes you think we're
going to start now?" Litvak dropped her head and walked out. Later, Haywood reflects to
himself, "I should have said something to those two, but I have bigger fish to fry than getting
involved in Airmen's lunch plans. Litvak will just have to get over it. It must be okay because,
she didn't complain to me."
TSgt Haywood's action BEST illustrates _______ and its impact on mission effectiveness.
correct answers Denial collusion
Diversity - TSgt Goa, a young fast burner, was notified by his commander there was a complaint
against him. Goa was convinced the complaint was made by Mr. Luke, who has worked in the
unit for over 20 years. The two have had numerous disagreements dealing with the different
personalities in the work place. Luke has been frustrated by Goa's statements, "I understand how
you used to do it back in the day. This is the new AF. Get with the times." In response to the
complaint, Goa stopped including Luke in some meetings. However, morale in the unit is still
high.
TSgt Goa's understanding/misunderstanding of ________ will MOST LIKELY _____ NCO
effectiveness. correct answers Equal Opportunity; Decrease
Leader Influence - You tell SSgt Oak, "Since you've earned trust and confidence from your peers
and subordinates, you'll be in charge while I'm TDY. I know your subordinates will recognize
your ability to take appropriate measures as a result of me putting you in charge. I expect you to
resolve schedules, work assignments, interpersonal conflicts, and discipline issues effectively,
appropriately, and positively.
Your comments BEST identify _____________ powers. correct answers Legitimate and coercive
Leader Influence - You're the new NCOIC of your shop. You've been observing your people and
reviewing their tasks. You're sensing that most show up, do what they're told, then go home. As
you're leaving for lunch you overhear several Airmen discuss how no one cares about their
, efforts. You submit two deserving Airmen for the quarterly award board and one of them wins.
Noticing an improvement in the Airman's behavior, as well as some others in the work center,
you submit some different deserving Airmen the following quarter. Six months pass by and your
supervisor says, "It's good to see your section doing so well. Keep up the good work!"
Your actions BEST illustrate your appropriate use of __________ and its/their positive impact on
subordinate effectiveness. correct answers Supervisory rewards
Leader Influence - Every time you get a new subordinate you talk to him or her about what he or
she hopes to accomplish on the job and personally. You continuously walk around and watch and
listen to how your people interact with each other to learn more about each one. You also take the
time to ask your people how they're doing in their personal and professional endeavors and
discuss how they view success. You also ask other people how they get along with your people.
During training sessions, you talk with your people about being accountable and responsible for
their areas of responsibility; especially their day-to-day routine tasks and ask how they feel about
the expectations placed on them. At times, you ask one of your people to volunteer to review an
Air Force Core Value and brief the work center on his or her thoughts about one element and
what it means to him or her.
Your appropriate/inappropriate use of ___ correct answers diagnosing developmental needs of
Airmen; enhance
Resource Stewardship - TSgt Sung is on a conference call when he says, "While we always
project our spending, our financial plan cannot support all the mission requirements. Twice each
fiscal year, we identify the unfunded mission necessities in our wing. As the NCOIC, my main
priority is to monitor our sections spending and keep the unfunded requirements section up to
date on the execution plan."
TSgt Sung's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Budget Review
Resource Stewardship - MSgt Brown, walks into TSgt Gratz's office and says, "Good morning.
You have two new airmen PCSing in from tech school. Let me know if you have any questions."
After Brown leaves, Gratz logs into the computer and opens the document that tracks the
sections personnel. He adds the two new airmen into the appropriate section, then reviews the
Ethical Leadership - During a feedback session, TSgt Smith tells his subordinate, "We all should
be grateful to our nation, our loved ones, and our brothers/sisters in arms. This means we're
responsible to a great deal of people to do the right thing, even when no one is watching."
TSgt Smith's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Owing; three O's of Ethical
Principles
Ethical Leadership - TSgt Spencer has a great deal of respect for his supervisor, MSgt Ford.
Their section is preparing for a base level inspection and Ford tells Spencer that he expects the
highest score. However, Spencer knows there are some major areas that need work and they don't
have time to fix them. Because he doesn't want to let Ford down, Spencer decides to hide the
items from the inspection team.
TSgt Spencer's actions BEST illustrates the ethical trap of__________. correct answers Loyalty
Syndrome
Ethical Leadership - TSgt Coleman's subordinates are preparing to deploy for 6 months. While
checking their training records, he finds that one Airman, SSgt Green, isn't qualified on two
important tasks. This is Green's first deployment and he's excited to go. Coleman knows he
doesn't have time to train Green before he leaves, so he says "We will train you when we get
there."
Because TSgt Coleman ________ his actions will MOST LIKELY _____ his subordinate's
effectiveness. correct answers Misunderstanding of the three P's; Hinder
Diversity - While briefing at the First-Term Airmen Center, TSgt Breedlove says, "It is important
for young Airmen to understand you will be working with diverse individuals that bring different
traits to the job. While some traits are permanent, job knowledge, responsibilities, four-
dimensions of wellness, and level of education will evolve during your time in the Air Force."
TSgt Breedlove's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Secondary dimension
,Diversity - TSgt Haywood heard SrA Brooke and SrA Jones discussing their usual weekly lunch
plans. A1C Litvak joined in and said, "How come you guys never invite me? Is it because I'm a
female? SrA Jones laughed and said, "We never invited you before, what makes you think we're
going to start now?" Litvak dropped her head and walked out. Later, Haywood reflects to
himself, "I should have said something to those two, but I have bigger fish to fry than getting
involved in Airmen's lunch plans. Litvak will just have to get over it. It must be okay because,
she didn't complain to me."
TSgt Haywood's action BEST illustrates _______ and its impact on mission effectiveness.
correct answers Denial collusion
Diversity - TSgt Goa, a young fast burner, was notified by his commander there was a complaint
against him. Goa was convinced the complaint was made by Mr. Luke, who has worked in the
unit for over 20 years. The two have had numerous disagreements dealing with the different
personalities in the work place. Luke has been frustrated by Goa's statements, "I understand how
you used to do it back in the day. This is the new AF. Get with the times." In response to the
complaint, Goa stopped including Luke in some meetings. However, morale in the unit is still
high.
TSgt Goa's understanding/misunderstanding of ________ will MOST LIKELY _____ NCO
effectiveness. correct answers Equal Opportunity; Decrease
Leader Influence - You tell SSgt Oak, "Since you've earned trust and confidence from your peers
and subordinates, you'll be in charge while I'm TDY. I know your subordinates will recognize
your ability to take appropriate measures as a result of me putting you in charge. I expect you to
resolve schedules, work assignments, interpersonal conflicts, and discipline issues effectively,
appropriately, and positively.
Your comments BEST identify _____________ powers. correct answers Legitimate and coercive
Leader Influence - You're the new NCOIC of your shop. You've been observing your people and
reviewing their tasks. You're sensing that most show up, do what they're told, then go home. As
you're leaving for lunch you overhear several Airmen discuss how no one cares about their
, efforts. You submit two deserving Airmen for the quarterly award board and one of them wins.
Noticing an improvement in the Airman's behavior, as well as some others in the work center,
you submit some different deserving Airmen the following quarter. Six months pass by and your
supervisor says, "It's good to see your section doing so well. Keep up the good work!"
Your actions BEST illustrate your appropriate use of __________ and its/their positive impact on
subordinate effectiveness. correct answers Supervisory rewards
Leader Influence - Every time you get a new subordinate you talk to him or her about what he or
she hopes to accomplish on the job and personally. You continuously walk around and watch and
listen to how your people interact with each other to learn more about each one. You also take the
time to ask your people how they're doing in their personal and professional endeavors and
discuss how they view success. You also ask other people how they get along with your people.
During training sessions, you talk with your people about being accountable and responsible for
their areas of responsibility; especially their day-to-day routine tasks and ask how they feel about
the expectations placed on them. At times, you ask one of your people to volunteer to review an
Air Force Core Value and brief the work center on his or her thoughts about one element and
what it means to him or her.
Your appropriate/inappropriate use of ___ correct answers diagnosing developmental needs of
Airmen; enhance
Resource Stewardship - TSgt Sung is on a conference call when he says, "While we always
project our spending, our financial plan cannot support all the mission requirements. Twice each
fiscal year, we identify the unfunded mission necessities in our wing. As the NCOIC, my main
priority is to monitor our sections spending and keep the unfunded requirements section up to
date on the execution plan."
TSgt Sung's comments BEST identify _____. correct answers Budget Review
Resource Stewardship - MSgt Brown, walks into TSgt Gratz's office and says, "Good morning.
You have two new airmen PCSing in from tech school. Let me know if you have any questions."
After Brown leaves, Gratz logs into the computer and opens the document that tracks the
sections personnel. He adds the two new airmen into the appropriate section, then reviews the
