This encourages individual initiative and develops in subordinates the skills they need to assume greater responsibility. Accountability is critical to our success. We accept the consequences of our own actions. In leadership positions, we bear responsibility for the actions of our subordinates. We are members of the naval service 24 hours a day, and we are accountable for our professional and personal behavior, both on and off the job.
Leadership is the essence of our profession.
Leadership is the ability to inspire people, to make them feel confident they can do the job no matter how tough it gets. Leadership provides direction, sets priorities and upholds standards. We strive to give our people the tools and training they need to do their jobs correctly. Through effective leadership we guide and assist subordinates to achieve individual and team goals. We also must train our subordinates to become good leaders.