Leadership Reflective Essay

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Leadership is not defined by position. Leadership is an extraordinary responsibility given only to those willing to exude selflessness, decisiveness, and wisdom. CSM William R. Hambrick, Jr is an accomplished leader that embodies the values, attributes, and competencies that I aspire to convey to my subordinates. The impact that CSM Hambrick has had on my career and leadership philosophy is immeasurable. His far-reaching legacy is one of confidence, sound judgment, and empathy. The inherent leadership ability of CSM Hambrick is unparalleled by most leaders. His embodiment of the Army Values is evident to any Soldier that may observe or interact with him. As the Brigade CSM of the 506th Infantry Regiment, CSM Hambrick was known to spend little …show more content…

During morning PT on Ft. Campbell, CSM Hambrick was a regular fixture along the run route and throughout the Brigade’s footprint. He always encouraged leaders to participate in daily PT with their subordinates and regularly joined them as well. CSM Hambrick showed up during an APFT and asked me what my best run time was. After receiving my answer, he told me that he believed I could do better and he would run with me to prove it. I took an entire minute off of my run during that APFT. After the APFT he gathered the present NCOs and explained the importance of breathing excellence into your subordinates. He always stressed that it was important for Soldiers to know that their leader supported them and expected greatness. In reflection, I realize that he was also demonstrating that an effective leader leverages every available opportunity as a teaching …show more content…

He looked at the total soldier concept when making recommendations for both rewards and punishment. Any Soldier could trust that his guidance was in their best interest. He encourages Soldiers to follow in his footsteps and surpass his level of accomplishment. He has been the honor graduate and/or on the Commandants List for every NCOES school that he has attended in his career. That also includes graduating in the top 20 percent of his class at the US Army Sergeants Major Academy. The Army desperately needs efficient and knowledgeable leaders. CSM Hambrick has continually demonstrated this capability and motivated the many NCOs following him to do the same. This type of developmental leadership makes better leaders, better Soldiers, and a better

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