Know Your Family And Look Out For Their Welfare
A Marine Corps Leadership Principle for Parents. This is one of the most important of the leadership principles. A parent must make a conscious effort to observe their family and how they react to different situations. A child who is nervous and lacks self-confidence should never be put in a situation where an important decision must be made. This knowledge will enable you as the parent to determine when close supervision is required. To put this principle in to practice successfully you should:
• Put your family’s welfare before you own
• Be approachable
• Encourage individual development
• Know your unit’s mental attitude; keep in touch with their thoughts
• Ensure fair and equal distribution of rewards
• Provide sufficient recreational time and insist on participation
