"Bart Senior" .@. wrote in message ...
What are the attributes of an outstanding skipper?

Take a good hard look at yourself, and tell me which
attributes you feel need improvement in yourself.

Tell me what you plan to do to effect such improvements.


Excellent subject Bart.....

I have never questioned my leadership abilities.... they simply exist.
Concerns regarding maintaining discipline, crew dynamics or control have
never materialized. I have no understanding of situations where a Captain
has been challenged or direction has been questioned. It has simply never
occurred aboard any vessel I have skippered.

The ability to deliver command without question is directly associated with
the confidence and respect you have evoked from the crew. Nothing more and
nothing less. No book smarts nor certifications will ever bestow that on
anyone.

The obligations of leadership must be recognized prior to being implemented.
These include the vessel and the crew.

Improvements and strong points?..... Command is a dynamic position
requiring flexibility within a rigid operational structure. The dynamics
change with each crew/vessel

Never question your leadership abilities or commands. If you are taking time
to dissect your leadership skills here.... that uncertainty will in reality
be reflected onboard and will be seen as a sign of weakness.

The crew's confidence is a measure of the Captain's abilities. You'll have
it down pat when nobody knows who the Captain is.... but the crew!

CM