What is CVGD in the Marines?
CVGD stands for Core Value Guided Discussions. L/F stands for Lead Series and Follow Series. Weeks 1 through 3 are spent learning Marine Corps history, discipline, drill and hand to hand combat skills.
What is an iron duck in the Marines?
Recruits who fail to qualify on their first attempt are identified as iron ducks. The Marines in charge of training the iron ducks are the Marine Corps Instructors of Water Survival (MCIWS). ( U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Colin Harper)
What are some common mistakes of a discussion leader USMC?
(1) Failing to be prepared. This is the most common error that discussion leaders make. They often think they can “wing it” and fail to organize, plan, and research the topic sufficiently. A leader must know his/her subject.
What is a squad bay?
Noun. squad bay (plural squad bays) (US, military) A barracks for junior members of the Marine Corps.
What military branch does not require swimming?
The only two branches of the U.S. military that require all enlisted personnel to have swimming skills, not just water safety & survival skills, are the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. That means the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and U.S. Marines enlisted personnel do not require swimming skills.
What leaders should not do?
10 “people” mistakes leaders make
- Not taking time to bond with people.
- Being unavailable and inaccessible.
- Not focusing on developing talent.
- Not giving regular feedback about performance.
- Not taking emotions into account.
- Managing conflict ineffectively.
- Not driving change.
- Not encouraging others to take risks.
What are the biggest mistakes a leader can make?
10 “people” mistakes leaders make
- Not focusing on developing talent.
- Not giving regular feedback about performance.
- Not taking emotions into account.
- Managing conflict ineffectively.
- Not driving change.
- Not encouraging others to take risks.
- Misunderstanding motivation.
- Managing activities rather than leading people.