Corporal's Course (Leadership ) STUDY GUIDE &
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IMPORTANCE OF COACHING 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 leading, capable of
independent and bold action, 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.
,IMPORTANCE OF COACHING The coaching methodology complements a
CONT. 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, and communication of goals
focused on the 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.
IMPORTANCE OF COACHING Coaching is a continuous process. It occurs during
CONT. x3 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
simultaneously develop subordinate leaders
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.
,CHARACTERISTICS 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
•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.
SETTING GOALS Using the SMART method of setting goals
empowers subordinate leaders to influence
coaching outcomes. 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.
Characteristics of Goals: •Specific: The goals must be clear (PT, education)
•Measurable: Check progress and hold
accountable
•Attainable: Relevant, manageable, and
challenging
•Realistic: Tools and abilities to accomplish
•Timely: Provides focus and accountability
, REVIEWING PERFORMANCE 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 opportunity to ensure these goals are balanced
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
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IMPORTANCE OF COACHING 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 leading, capable of
independent and bold action, 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.
,IMPORTANCE OF COACHING The coaching methodology complements a
CONT. 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, and communication of goals
focused on the 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.
IMPORTANCE OF COACHING Coaching is a continuous process. It occurs during
CONT. x3 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
simultaneously develop subordinate leaders
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.
,CHARACTERISTICS 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
•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.
SETTING GOALS Using the SMART method of setting goals
empowers subordinate leaders to influence
coaching outcomes. 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.
Characteristics of Goals: •Specific: The goals must be clear (PT, education)
•Measurable: Check progress and hold
accountable
•Attainable: Relevant, manageable, and
challenging
•Realistic: Tools and abilities to accomplish
•Timely: Provides focus and accountability
, REVIEWING PERFORMANCE 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 opportunity to ensure these goals are balanced
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
