As a result 13 character strengths were selected as the most important for military officers and their leadership. These were in ranked order: leadership, teamwork, open-mindedness, integrity, persistence, bravery, curiosity, love of learning, social intelligence, fairness, perspective, creativity and self-regulation.
What skills do you need to be an army officer?
- leadership skills to manage and motivate soldiers.
- excellent verbal communication skills.
- thinking and reasoning skills for making quick decisions.
- persistence and determination.
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- concentration skills and fast reactions.
What does the Army look for in an officer?
Presence: For Army officers, presence means military and professional bearing, fitness, confidence and resilience. Officers who spend a lot of time out in the field need to be in top physical condition, said Master Sgt. Kevin Brown, who serves in the armor branch.30 Mar 2015