The sheets are given anonymously to each person being described. Allow time to review the sheets, then assemble to discuss what has been learned and changes that each is willing to make. In the afternoon, a sports event will help continue the team building. Ultimately, however, increased effectiveness and morale within the command will result. Tackling Systemic Problems and Technical Challenges Analyzing systemic problems vs. technical challenges is another leadership trend.
Systemic problems have no ready answers, e.g., low unit morale or societal prejudice.
Technical challenges tend to be more mechanical in nature, e.g., process improvement or a ship retrofit. When systemic problems are treated as technical problems, the results are masked symptoms and little or no improvement to the root problem. Sometimes an interim technical fix is appropriate when confronting a systemic problem. However, a long-term solution that corrects the root problem is essential. The careers of top leaders depend not only on results but also on humanity.