Total Quality Operational Leadership: The Role of Total Quality Leadership inJoint Military Operations

摘要

Are Total Quality Leadership (TQL) and operational leadership the same thing. Ifthey are, why are they regarded as separate and distinct forms of leadership within the Department of Defense. If they are not, is there a 'supporting role' for TQL in Joint Military Operations. Operational leadership is a confusing concept for today's tactically oriented officers who will be tomorrow's Joint Task Force Commanders. Leadership in the total quality philosophy has been mistaken for management, which is different from leadership. This paper provides a structured framework for analysis of operational leadership and TQL. Both forms of leadership are distilled, focused and described in terms of related attributes within the framework. Selected attributes are compared and contrasted, with suggestions made for how TQL can help the operational commander.