Junior Leader Training. What will we Learn? 1.LEADERSHIP Concepts that will relate to the troop and to your life 2.Troop Operation & The Patrol Method

Junior Leader Training

What will we Learn?1. LEADERSHIP Concepts that will relate to the

troop and to your life2. Troop Operation & The Patrol Method3. Communication Skills4. The 11 Skills of Leadership as they relate to you

and to the Troop5. TEAMWORK- as you’ve never experienced it6. How to Talk to Adults7. The Art of Persuasion8. The Difference Between being a Boss & Leader9. How to Play the Game

Patrol Method

“The Patrol System is not one method in which Scouting for boys can be carried on. It is the only method.”

Lord Baden-Powell, Scouting’s founder

Patrol Method

“It is up to the Patrol Leader to take hold of and develop the qualities of each boy in his patrol. It sounds like a big order, but in practice, it works.”

Lord Baden-Powell

Patrol Method

“In planning and carrying out your Scouting program by patrols, your Scouts get valuable practice in group discussions & group decisions.”

“Green Bar Bill” Hillcourt

Patrol Method

“An invaluable step in character training is to put responsibility on the individual.”

Lord Baden-Powell

Patrol Method

In 1914, Baden Powell said

To get First Class results from this system:

• You have to give the leader a real free-handed responsibility.

• If you give only partial responsibility, you will get only partial results.

Remember this when you delegate responsibilities to members of your patrol or troop. Allow them to fail. Give them your support and guidance.

Patrol Method

Each patrol is made up of:1. Patrol Leader

2. Assistant Patrol Leader

3. Patrol Quartermaster

4. Patrol Scribe

5. Patrol Grubmaster

6. Patrol Cheermaster

It is important for EVERY scout in the troop to be part of a patrol and to have a designated position of leadership.

Patrol Method

Manuals we’ll use for Leadership Training

Patrol Name

Spice it up descriptive words:– Leaping Lizards Patrol

– Soaring Hawk Patrol

– Black Hawk Patrol

– Hungry Bears Patrol

– Screaming Eagles Patrol

Patrol Flag

The trademark of your patrol is your flag.

• Tends to go wherever the patrol goes

• Used in troop ceremonies, like Court of Honor

• Used at camporees, summer camp, outings

• Can be incorporated into the Patrol Yell

Patrol Yell

Every patrol should have a yell and use:

– After patrol receives an award

– After patrol completes a special event

– After patrol goes through uniform inspection

– Part of Scout Spirit & Patrol Spirit

– Led by Patrol Cheermaster or Patrol Leader

Running a Patrol Meeting

• Taking attendance• Collecting dues• Plan patrol’s involvement in upcoming troop

activity• Selecting menus for hikes and campouts• Complete Duty Roster - Assign patrol

members to specific tasks• Review equipment needs for upcoming

outing

Patrol Leader’s Council

• Monthly Meetings

• Stand-up Meetings

• Leading Junior Leader Training

• Annual Planning Conference

Patrol Method

Spring Camporee Goal:– Eat & Camp by patrol– Patrols develop menus– Patrol Flags– Patrol Yells– Lead or compete by patrol where

possible

Patrol Method

Spring Camporee Goal:– Adults eat & camp by patrol– Use Adult Patrol Advisors– Follow “Rules of Engagement”– Read “It’s the Boys’ Game”

How to Talk to Adults

• Believe it or not, some adults are scared of kids.

• Communicating with Adults can be frustrating.

• Have you ever had good ideas that a leader just wouldn’t listen to?

• Do you have the same problems with your parents, teachers, or other adults?

1. Consider the character of that particular adult.

2. Think about how you can get that adult to respect you.

3. Remember, the adult is most likely uncomfortable too. Try NOT to use slang or unusual expressions they might not understand.


• Try to think like them & make sure what you are saying is clear.

• Try to find an adult that you know well and get along with, and talk with them about your problem. Have that adult talk to the one you're having a problem with.

• Make sure you you have plenty of facts and reason to back up what you are saying


• Always remember to BE POLITE and to to LISTEN to them also


• Pre-opening• Opening Ceremony• Skills Instruction• Patrol Meetings• Troop-wide Activity• Awards & Scoutmaster Minute• Closing Ceremony• Cleanup

Troop Meeting Planner

• Fire-building

• Skits

• Songs

• Stories

• Reflection

• Clean-up

Campfire Planning

• Fire-building

• Skits

• Songs

• Stories

• Reflection

• Clean-up

Campfire Planning

• Fire-building

• Skits

• Songs

• Stories

• Reflection

• Clean-up

Campfire Planning

• Fire-building

• Skits

• Songs

• Stories

• Reflection

• Clean-up

Campfire Planning

• Fire-building

• Skits

• Songs

• Stories

• Reflection

• Clean-up

Campfire Planning

Basics of Leadership are:– Have a good attitude– Act with maturity– Be organized– Look the part

Leadership Skills

Effective Communication– Giving information– Receiving information

Leadership Skills

Effective Listening is– Vital for forming relationships– Finding solutions– Developing Patrol Spirit

Leadership Skills

Follow-up– List of phone numbers & emails– Provide written copies of information– Patrol Calendar– Discuss patrol activities with parents– Plan, plan, plan

Leadership Skills

REFLECTION– Everyone seated so they can see each

other– Each person can talk or remain silent– No one may interrupt person speaking– No put-downs or making fun of another

Leadership Skills

Styles of Leadership:– Telling Style– Coaching Style– Persuading Style– Delegating Style

Leadership Skills

11 Skills of Leadership• Group

Understanding– Getting and Giving

Information

– Knowing Group Needs

– Knowing Group Resources

• Group Management– Representing the group

– Problem-solving

– Evaluating

– Control

– Setting the example

• Group Development– Shared leadership

– Counseling

– Managing Learning

Skill #1Getting and Giving

Information

• The Basic Principle

• What happens without it?

• What happens if you get it right?

Ways to Get It Right

Giving Information• Speak Clearly• Make Eye Contact• Use Body

Language• Use Visual Aids• Ask Questions

– Confirm understanding

Receiving Information• Take Notes• Reflect Feelings• Reflect Content

– Rephrase in your own words

Getting and Giving Information

As a leader, I’ll be able to apply this skill by…

…How about you?

Skill #2Understanding Group Needs





Ask…• What activities do

they enjoy• What personal

goals they have– Advancement

– Achievement

– Experiences

Observe…• What they are good at• What they are

enthusiastic about• What they enjoy

Then…• Be sure to include

activities and feedback

Understanding Group Needs


…How about you?

Skill #3Understanding Group

Resources




Ways to Get It RightAsk…• What resources

your team has– Talents

– Skills

– Expertise

– Interest

Observe…• Strengths

– Leadership

– Problem solving

– Enthusiasm

Then…• Be sure to challenge

– Delegate leadership

– Share leadership

• Encourage development

Understanding Group Resources


…How about you?

Skill #4Controlling the Group




Ways to Get It RightUnderstand the Group

• Needs

• Resources

Understand the Task

• Objectives

• Resource Requirements

Seek that Path that Balances Group and Task Needs

Needs of the Group

Nee

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of t

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Ta s

k

Met

Met

Seek th

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that

meets

both nee

ds

Ways to Get it Right

• Set the objective clearly

• Get agreement on the process

• Maintain focus on the objective and process

• Set the example• Be respectful• Take appropriate action

to correct course

Controlling the Group


…How about you?

Skill #5Counseling





• Listen without judgment• Ask clarifying questions• Pay attention to feelings• Avoid giving advice• Offer encouragement• Keep responsibility to solutions on the

individual

Counseling


…How about you?

Skill #6Setting the Example





• Follow the rules• Try hard• Show initiative• Deserve their respect• Know your job• Have the right attitude• Pay attention to personal appearance

Setting the Example


…How about you?

Skill #7Representing the Group




Ways to Get It RightKnow the Group• Interests• Needs and

motivations• Resources and

capabilitiesAnalyze the

Assignment• Does it match group?

– Yes – accept– No – defer to the

group

Prior to Planning• Communicate

– Interests

– Needs and motivations

– Resources

Representing the Group


…How about you?

Skill #8Problem Solving




Ways to Get It RightFollow a Process• Analyze the

problem• Generate

alternatives• Implement the

chosen solution• Evaluate

Involve the Group• Consider group

strengths• Brainstorm• Go for consensus and

buy-in to solution

Problem Solving


…How about you?

Skill #9Evaluating




Ways to Get It RightSMART Process

Specific

Measurable

Attainable

Results oriented

Timely

Original examples:• The PL will help scouts advance.

• The librarian will keep an orderly library.

Better Objectives:• The PL will negotiate advancement goals

with each scout and evaluate scouts’ progress monthly.

• The librarian will construct a dedicated bookshelf for training manuals and establish a check-out process by July 1.

Evaluating


…How about you?

Skill #10Sharing Leadership





Leadership Styles

• Telling

• Selling

• Consulting• Delegating

Sharing Leadership


…How about you?

Skill #11Manager of Learning





Remember this truth… …people remember

15% of what they hear

25% of what they see

50% of what they see &

hear

90% of what they do

The Basic Process• Set learning objective• Select teaching

method– Tell them

– Show them

– Let them do

– Let them teach

• Evaluate progress


• Minimize lectures

• Use visual aids

• Get each member applying skill ASAP

• Get each member to teach skill ASAP

Sharing Leadership


…How about you?

• It ain't as bad as you think. It will look better in the morning.

• Get mad, then get over it.• Avoid having your ego so close to your

position that, when your position falls, your ego goes with it.

• It can be done!• Be careful what you choose, you may

get it.

Colin Powell’s Rules

• Don't let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision.

• You can't make someone else's choices.• You shouldn't let someone else make

yours.• Check small things.• Share credit.• Remain calm. • Be kind.


• Have a vision.

• Be demanding.

• Don't take counsel of your fears or naysayers.

• Perpetual optimism is a force multiplier.


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Junior Leader Training. What will we Learn? 1.LEADERSHIP Concepts that will relate to the troop and to your life 2.Troop Operation & The Patrol Method