Marine Corps Leadership Traits
* Dependability
The certainty of proper performance of duty.
* Bearing
Creating a favorable impression in carriage, appearence and personal conduct at all times.
* Courage
The mental quality that recognizes fear of danger or criticism, but enables a man to proceed in the face of it with calmness and firmness.
* Decisiveness
Ability to make decisions promptly and to announce them in clear, forceful manner.
* Endurance
The mental and physical stamina measured by the ability to withstand pain, fatigue, stress and hardship.
* Enthusiasm
The display of sincere interest and exuberance in the performance of duty.
* Initiative
Taking action in the absence of orders.
* Integrity
Uprightness of character and soundness of moral principles; includes the qualities of truthfulness and honesty.
* Judgement
The ability to weigh facts and possible solutions on which to base sound decisions.
* Justice
Giving reward and punishment according to merits of the case in question. The ability to administer a system of rewards and punishments impartially and consistently.
* Knowledge
Understanding of a science or an art. The range of one's information, including professional knowledge and an understanding of your Marines.
* Tact
The ability to deal with others without creating offense.
* Unselfishness
Avoidance of providing for one's own comfort and personal advancement at the expense of others.
* Loyalty
The quality of faithfulness to country, the Corps, the unit, to one's seniors, subordinates and peers.
