CAP Publications

Important CAP Forms

Form 2A (Promotion or Award Request)
Form 31 (Request for Wing, Region, or National Activity)
Form 60 (Emergency Notification Data Sheet)

Important CAP Regs and Manuals

CAPR 52-16: Cadet Programs Manual
CAPM 39-1: Uniform Manual
CAPP 52-18: Cadet Physical Fitness Pamphlet
CAPP 52-14: Cadet Staff Duty Analysis Guide
CAPR 60-3: CAP Emergency Services Training and Operational Missions

All Publications

CAP Myths and Legends

Cadet Programs Myths
Drill Myths
Specialty Track Badges

Team Leadership Projects

Team Leadership Projects

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Skyhook
River Crossing
Biplane
Man Down
Sentry Assault

Other Leadership Exercises

The Ten “Little Ways” of Great Leadership

The Ten

THE TEN “LITTLE WAYS” OF GREAT LEADERSHIP
by Jamie S. Walters, author, “Big Vision, Small Business”

“We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big differences that we often cannot foresee.” Marian Wright Edelman

The “leader craze” has only grown stronger with the preoccupation with the “celebrity CEO.” “Chainsaw Al” Dunlap, Jack Welch, Steve Case everyone wanted their own, charismatic, celebrated, hot shot figurehead at the helm. And many more aspiring executives with top floor, corner office ambitions wanted to be a celebrity honcho.

But the Superman CEO façades created by P.R. spin masters inevitably crumbled, particularly in the face of the more recent wave of executive malfeasance that sullied the leadership class and cast a shadow of doubt over even the most ethical leaders. With such missteps finding their fuel in discernment free ambition and unbridled greed, perhaps it’s time to return to real deal leadership characteristics instead of settling for glitzy cheap foil wrappers and the high costs of their peeling away.

True leaders, whether in the Oval Office or ground floor reception desk, have cultivated and demonstrated adeptness in the “little ways” of leadership that long outlast the flashier, often ego serving celebrity urges. Just as most discerning people know when they’re being sold a bill of goods, most also know when they’re in the presence of of a real leader, real excellence, real mastery. And often, what makes the difference is a series of small things rather than the one, over the top persona favored by big media. After all, while the latter may be a shiny figure head who substitutes for royalty in a kingless land, it’s the former who gets the real work done, and any real progress made. And such “little work” is what yields truer, deeper results large and small.

What are some of the “little ways” in which true leaders strive for mastery? They strive to master the building blocks of their areas of responsibility; they do the many small things with attentiveness; they attend to the ordinary details in an extraordinary way. With their thoughtfulness, mindfulness, respectfulness, and skillfulness, they inspire the more discerning individuals around them to higher levels of behavior, and plant the seeds of something greater in those who are not quite ready to take a quantum leap.

How does this skillfulness show itself? In many ways, with the end result being that people always feel better, more challenged to be their best selves, after having interacted with these leaders.

Though the list of attributes may be longer, here are a few key traits that true leaders demonstrate, regardless of whether their leadership role is formally recognized or not. In other words, these are traits they cultivate and demonstrate as a matter of choice, not title or job role. Leaders who are effective in the “little ways” strive for the following in their interactions and their work:

They’re present. Leaders pay attention to what they’re doing at the moment, or to whom they’re speaking at the moment. Unlike those folks who are clearly “somewhere else” when you’re talking with them, you don’t feel unseen, unrecognized, or unheard in their presence.

They listen. Because they’re present and paying attention, leaders don’t just remember talking with you, they remember what you said. After talking with them, you don’t think to yourself, “Gee, I may have just as well spoken to the wall.”

They speak mindfully. Leaders are conscious that their words have an effect on others, so they speak consciously. Unlike the stories of the unfortunate buffoons who scream and yell at executive meetings, making people cower, leaders don’t need to rely on such antics.

They encourage. Leaders, being grounded and secure in themselves, find it easier to be encouraging of others. They encourage others to take risks, to pick themselves up after making mistakes, to take their skills to the next level, to pursue their dreams. As the word ‘encourage’ suggests, they help others to find their own courage – to take heart.

They’re honest. Real leaders strive to “know themselves,” so that they have the inner resources to speak, live and lead honestly. They don’t say one thing in public, while doing something more sinister and self serving in private. They don’t have to make excuses about poor behavior “being legal;” if it’s unethical, they’ll find another way to do it.

They’re humble. “Little way” leaders know that arrogance is dangerous as well as disrespectful. They know, too, that while the short term benefits may appear great, the long term costs of arrogance are high. Great leaders have always shown great humility, which allows them to cultivate the “little way” leadership traits that truly serve themselves and others.

They persevere. Leaders of the “little way” know that if they take risks, they risk failure. But this is all in a day’s work. They know that failures and difficulties are not ends, but simply doors to pass through on the way to greater wisdom and skillfulness. Even though they may get temporarily dejected, they persevere.

They’re courageous. Leaders know that everyone, themselves included, feels fearful at times. They don’t, however, let their fears and uncertainties stop them from persevering, from pursuing their dreams, from building their skillfulness, or from speaking honestly. “Little way” leaders may get hit in the head with a piece of coal, only to stand up and recognize the diamond hiding within it.

They’re thoughtful. Leaders have the presence of mind to recognize others, whether when saying ‘hello’ during the day, or paying a compliment for work well done. Being thoughtful of others, leaders are on time for meetings, are conscious of using time well, are organized, follow through on promises, and close the loop on communications. In addition to thoughtfulness to others, they’re also discerning about their own path, their own thoughts, and their own actions.

They’re respectful. Leaders who are adept in the “little ways” treat others respectfully and require that others are respectful in return. A “little way” leader does not tolerate being spoken to or otherwise treated in a disrespectful manner.

These are just some of the “little ways” the building blocks that allow true leadership to develop and emerge. No matter where you are in the organizational hierarchy, or whether you’re at work or working at home, you can develop competency in the “little ways” of leaders. Your reward? A sense of purpose, confidence and meaningfulness no one else can give you, and no one can take away from you. Better yet, the rewards of “little way” leadership get passed along with every interaction you have throughout the day.

Cadet Knowledge

USAF Organization Levels
President of US – The Honorable George W. Bush
Secretary of Defense – The Honorable Donald Rumsfeld
Secretary of the Air Force – The Honorable Michael Wynne
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff – Peter Pace, Gen, Marines
Air Force Chief of Staff – T. Michael Moseley, Gen, USAF
Air Education & Training Command Commander – William R. Looney III , Gen, USAF
CAP-USAF Commander (& Senior Air Force Advisor)- Russell Hodgkins, Col, USAF
CAP Organization Levels
National Commander – Amy Courter, Brig Gen, CAP
National Vice-Commander – Vacant
Great Lakes Region Commander – Chuck Carr, Col, CAP
Ohio Wing Commander – Dave Winters, Col, CAP

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CAP National Headquarters – Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama

Cadet Oath – I pledge to serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program, and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation.USAFA Honor Code – We will not lie, steal, cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does. Furthermore, I resolve to do my duty and live honorably, so help me God.CAP Motto – Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant)

CAP’s Three Missions – Cadet Programs, Emergency Services, Aerospace Education

CAP’s Core Values – Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, and Respect. (IVER)

Air Force Core Values – Integrity First, Service Before Self, Excellence in All We Do.Phases of the cadet program: Beginning, Learning, Leadership, Executive.

Cadet Achievements – Phases I & II – Curry, Arnold, Feik, Rickenbacker, Lindbergh, Doolittle, Goddard, Armstrong
Phases III & IV – Flight Commander, Administrative Officer, Public Affairs Officer, Leadership Officer, Aerospace Education Officer, Logistics Officer, Operations Officer, Cadet Commander.

Bernoulli’s Priciple – as the velocity of a fluid increases, the pressure decreases

Publication Numbers

Preparing and Processing Correspondence – CAPR 10-1
Cadet Programs Management – CAPR 52-16
Physical Fitness Pamphlet – CAPP 52-18
Standards, Customs, and Courtesies Pamphlet – CAPP 151
Uniform Manual – CAPM 39-1
CAP Seal, Emblem and Flag Etiquette – CAPR 900-2

Number of CAP Wings – 52 (50 Sates, Washington DC, & Puerto Rico)
Number of CAP Regions – 8

CAP Cadet Grades (lowest to highest)

C/AB – Cadet Airman Basic
C/Amn – Cadet Airman
C/A1C – Cadet Airman First Class
C/SrA – Cadet Senior Airman
C/SSgt – Cadet Staff Sergeant
C/TSgt – Cadet Technical Sergeant
C/MSgt – Cadet Master Sergeant
C/SMSgt – Cadet Senior Master Sergeant
C/CMSgt – Cadet Chief Master Sergeant
C/2d Lt – Cadet Second Lieutenant
C/1st Lt – Cadet First Lieutenant
C/Capt – Cadet Captain
C/Maj – Cadet Major
C/Lt Col – Cadet Lieutenant Colonel
C/Col – Cadet Colonel

REVIEW BOARD/REPORTING PROCEDURES

• ENTERING
  1. Knock twice and wait.
  2. When told to enter, proceed in a military manner to two paces in front of the desk / officer and salute.
  3. While saluting, state:
     “Sir/Ma’am, Cadet (your grade and name) reporting as ordered.”
  4. When the salute is returned, drop your salute and stand at attention until further instructed.
  5. If asked to sit, sit at attention until ordered otherwise.
• LEAVING
  1. When the review is complete, the reviewing senior member will say, “Dismissed.”
     Stand and salute.
     Note: If they finish or they indicate to leave but do not say dismissed stand at attention and ask:
     “Will that be all Sir/Ma’am?”
  2. If he/she says that will be all, salute, execute an about face and move in the most direct route to the door & out of the room
  3. When saluting hold the salute until is returned by the officer and then drop it.
• REPORTING IN/OUT WHEN IN GROUPS
  1. When more than one cadet reports into a review board, the highest ranking cadet will position to the right of the detail and command the detail to “present arms.” Then the cadet will report for every cadet in order starting from himself/herself. (ex. “Sir/Ma’am, Cadet Basic Smith, Jones, and Doe report as ordered.” After salutes are rendered, that cadet will command “order arms” for the detail and await further instructions. Once the cadets have been dismissed, the senior cadet will command “present arms.” After salutes are rendered, the senior cadet states “order arms” and all cadets leave in a military manner as convenient as possible.)
  2. The above reporting proceedure is the same when reporting into flights accept only the higher ranking cadet salutes. If cadets are waiting to report-in, they shall wait to the front-left of the flight in whichever formation they are in. Cadets assume their places in the flight by entering the flight from its left after reporting.
• REVIEW BOARD TIPS
  1. Make crisp military movements to and from the door and when saluting.
  2. Make sure your uniform and appearance are above and beyond military standards.
  3. Use “Sir/Ma’am” when addressing the review board.
  4. If told to sit at attention then do so with your back straight, hands resting in lap, and feet flat on the floor. If told to sit at ease then sit relaxed but do not slouch or look inprofessional.
  5. Do not fidget.
  6. Make eye contact with the review board, especially the officer asking the question.
  7. Do not mumble or use “um’s” or other slang when speaking.
  8. A few general answers to questions are:
     • Yes Sir/Ma’am.
     • No Sir/Ma’am.
     • I do not know but will find out Sir/Ma’am (if you do not know the answer to the question)
  9. Follow the above reporting procedures.
  10. RELAX