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What does Learn to Lead call the most important element of leadership?

Character.

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  1. Character ✔
  2. Rank
  3. A loud command voice

Why: Good leaders lead by example. How a leader acts matters far more than what they think or say.

Huh, didn't know that: Chapter 1 connects strong character with the warrior spirit.

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Why did the leader carry a mirror? To check that her example looked good.
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Answer: Character. Good leaders lead by example. How a leader acts matters far more than what they think or say.

  1. Learn to Lead, Volume 1: Personal Leadership www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/Vol1LetterLowFinal_FDCFE2AA96703.pdf
    Any study of the art of leadership should begin with its most important element: character.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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