The Leader...by Bron Bacevich

1. There is no substitute for hard work.

2. The way the leader looks speaks louder than what he says in many instances

3. There ultimately must be action and accomplishment - he must do - something.

4. He must have cold analytical and appraisal talent - he must know other human talents - he must know other people's abilities and shortcomings.

5. He must dismiss all emotionalism and consider it only in the light of what it can do for him. It is a tool, not a master.