Chapter 9: The Cadet Officer

Question 1

The rise of the meritocracy and the new complexity of warfare gave birth to the concept of ________.

Answer 1

the modern officer corps

Question 2

Relating to the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities

Answer 2

Egalitarian

Question 3

The smartest, most creative, most expert, most accomplished individuals are able to rise to the top and earn the most prestigious and rewarding positions. Merit rules.

Answer 3

Meritocracy

Question 4

Officers swear allegiance to the president when they take the oath of office.

Answer 4

FALSE
(They promise to support the Constitution, not a particular commander; the president’s authority is circumscribed to the Constitution)

Question 5

Transitioning from the tactical to operational arena, from one who leads directly to one who leads in concert with & through others

Answer 5

Direct vs. Indirect leadership

Question 6

• Leadership from a DISTANCE
• Leadership through a LINK
• Leadership through CREATIONS
• Upward Influence

Answer 6

The 4 forms of indirect leadership

Question 7

• Concerned with the development & performance of individuals who do not directly report to them, and over whom they may have no command authority
  (Form of indirect leadership)

Answer 7

Leadership from a Distance

Question 8

• Work through subordinate leaders
• Requires less task-related competence & more conceptual skills
• Have to be more thoughtful and self-controlling
  (Form of indirect leadership)

Answer 8

Leadership Through a Link

Question 9

• Influence through the symbolic products they create
• Requires comfort with chaos
  (Form of indirect leadership)

Answer 9

Leadership through Creations

Question 10

• Direct leadership in reverse
• The follower exerting influence on their boss
  (Form of indirect leadership)

Answer 10

Upward Influence

Question 11

• Two-way communication is more difficult for indirect leaders
• The indirect leader and followers are less likely to know one another personally
• The number of followers per leader increase
• Fewer short-term issues are to be resolved by indirect leadership
• Spontaneous action and reaction are impossible for indirect leaders
• The indirect leader is faced with problems beyond his/her control

Answer 11

Characteristics of indirect leadership

Question 12

Power requires ____; those in powerful positions have an obligation to the public at large (and are kept accountable by various means)

Answer 12

Consent

Question 13

The abuse of entrusted power for private gain

Answer 13

Corruption

Question 14

The careful management of what is not yours

Answer 14

Stewardship

Question 15

Giving to and supporting charities & public causes

Answer 15

Philanthropy

Question 16

Acknowledging the limits of nature & trying to take a long-term systems view as to how it impacts the environment

Answer 16

Sustainability

Question 17

The principle that those affected by a business or organization should be allowed to know about its operations and practices

Answer 17

Transparency

Question 18

Why do professionals often join professional associations?

Answer 18

In an effort to honor the public trust

Question 19

A group that seeks to further a certain career field help members succeed in that profession, and uphold the public trust

Answer 19

Professional association

Question 20

Why do most professional associations adopt a code of ethics?

Answer 20

To advance their field and earn the public’s trust