The Rocket Model

Identifying the most critical leadership problems within the brigade, I will use “the Rocket Model” as a team building and guiding tool that helps me to get the brigade back on track. I will use the following seven components of the Rocket Model (Mission/ Vision, Talent, Norms, Buy-In, Power, Morale, and Results) to build and develop the brigade. Primary, I will focus on the Mission and Talent during the remaining time of the preparing phase.

Mission/ Vision: the first thing I will do is to publicize my vision clearly, which is to make the brigade one of the best in the army as it always was. I can achieve that through conducting meetings with leaders and subordinates. During the meetings, I will clarify my goals, establish a well-defined

The battalions’ XOs seem to be skillful and competitive, and going to stay within the brigade for a while. The NCOs are also professional and have a great experience. The brigade S3 really knows his job but needs to be directed. They all can help me finding solutions for the problems. I will make the brigade S3, battalions’ XOs, NCOs involved in the decision-making process in order to find solutions that represent each level. Achieving that, I will be able to gain their support, loyalty, and develop a learning organization. Once team members have a clear understanding of my vision, I will then address the Norms component of the Rocket

To improve the brigade’s power, I will insist in building and utilizing good relation with the division G4, G8 and division COS to help me solving FLIPLs and other equipment and technical problems. By involving others in the decision-making and getting the resources needed to accomplish the brigade’s missions, the brigade will be able to fulfill its mission. Unable to have all equipment available in time, troops have to use the available equipment for training. The main role of the S3 and the battalions’ XOs is to get the NCOs involved and find a way to train and teach soldiers with the lack of