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In the L.E.A.D. team leadership model, what does the D stand for?

Direct the team.

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  1. Direct the team ✔
  2. Delegate everything
  3. Decide alone

Why: L.E.A.D. stands for Lead with a clear purpose, Empower to participate, Aim for consensus, and Direct the team. Directing means clear directions, watching morale and keeping everyone focused on the mission.

Huh, didn't know that: Learn to Lead says a leader who follows the L.E.A.D. model meets all seven needs of a team.

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Why did the pencil sign up for leadership class? It wanted to take the lead.
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Answer: Direct the team. L.E.A.D. stands for Lead with a clear purpose, Empower to participate, Aim for consensus, and Direct the team. Directing means clear directions, watching morale and keeping everyone focused on the mission.

  1. Learn to Lead Volume 2, Chapter 4, The L.E.A.D. Model (Civil Air Patrol) www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/Vol2LetterLowFinal_8BDFDB373E830.pdf
    Lead with a clear purpose. Empower to participate. Aim for consensus. Direct the team.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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