Lead by Example
You have to be willing to dig in and do the same tasks you ask your soldiers to do, if you don’t they are going to notice and may not want to do it either. Keeping a positive “can do” attitude can be infectious. Keep in mind, there is a fine line between doing the job for them and doing the job with them. Challenge your subordinates by allowing them to take on leadership roles and responsibilities.
Be Prepared
If you expect your Soldiers