“Grant understood that for a cohesive team to do great things, it needed to be built representing the many and the few while united under common guiding principles,” Saine said. He said Grant’s struggles match the inspiration of some of his most recognizable accomplishments, but often overlooked are his teambuilding abilities following the Civil War as he sought to unify the nation. “Through effective leadership, a cohesive team leverages the strengths of all its members and strives to develop and build where developmental gaps may exist.” Saine said effective leaders also understand cohesive team building characterized by trust and respect. Saine described Grant’s ability to describe the art of war as a simple strategy, despite the lack of technology available during his service and the overall complexities of war campaigns and strategic decision-making. He said Grant commanded more than 2 million soldiers at the height of his career as the first four-star general in U.S. Saine highlighted three leadership abilities exemplified by Grant’s achievements as a reminder of his relevance today.įirst, Saine said, effective leaders simplify complex problems into relatable concepts. Photo by Prudence Siebert/Fort Leavenworth Lamp
Grant’s leadership abilities during a wreath-laying ceremony July 23 at the Grant Statue.
Sam Saine, director of the Center for the Army Profession and Leadership, speaks about Gen.
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