July 2022 – The Maximum Standard

Leadership Constitution

Last week, I tried a new introduction technique to a team called a Leadership Constitution. This document is a leader’s promise on how they plan to lead and what values they live by.

This article explores the concept of a Leadership Constitution and my swing at creating one and sharing with a team. It also includes my personal Leadership Constitution.

If you’ve never heard of this concept, it’s worth trying. We all want to follow credible leaders. This exercise will increase that quality in you.

Be great today!

Steve

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July 19, 2022 by Stephen T. Messenger Last week, I took command of United States Army Garrison Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. My family and I are humbled and blessed to be placed in this position of responsibility that influences hundreds of wonderful people who work for the garrison, tens of tenant organizations, and thousands of peopleContinue reading “Be Great Today!”

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Reflect Before Leading

Good morning, Leaders!

So often, we leave a leadership position or event with success but seldom know why. We move onto the next assignment without much thought as to what we personally did right or wrong. We fail to reflect on our own actions.

In preparing to take an Army command position this summer, I deliberately carved out time over 30 days to reflect on my individual leadership.

This week we talk about the importance of reflecting, and my hope is that you’ll give it a try. This journey has certainly helped prepare me for the next adventure.

Lead well!

Steve

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