Table 1

Items, Descriptions, and Example of Additional Available Guidance for the PDR

Item NameItem Description
Army valuesLives, acts, and teaches loyalty, duty, respect, selfless services honor integrity. and personal courage
EmpathyAble to see something from another person’s point of view, identifies with and enters into another person’s feelings and emotions
Warrior/service ethosShares attitudes and beliefs that embody the spirit of the Army profession for soldiers and Army civilians alike.
DisciplineControls own behavior according to Army values, obeys and enforces orderly practices, does what is morally, legally, and ethically right
Military/professional bearingProjects a commanding presence and professional image of authority
Physical fitnessHas sound health, strength, and endurance that supports one’s emotional health and conceptual abilities under stress
ConfidenceProjects self-confidence and certainty, demonstrates composure and poise, calm and collected, possesses self control of emotions
ResilienceShows a tendency to recovery quickly from setbacks, shock, adversity, stress or injury while maintaining a mission and organizational focus
Mental agilityFlexible of mind, anticipates or adapts to ever-changing conditions, improvises, able to apply multiple perspectives&approaches
InnovationAble to introduce new ideas based on opportunity or challenging circumstances, original in thoughts ideas, creative
ExpertisePossesses facts, beliefs, and logical assumptions in relevant areas, technical, tactical, cultural, and geopolitical knowledge
Sound judgmentAssesses situations and draws feasible conclusions, makes sound and timely decisions
Interpersonal tactHas capacity to understand interactions with others, aware of how others see you and how to interact with them effectively
Leads by exampleProvides the example to others, serves as a role model, maintains high standards in all aspects of behavior and character
Leads OthersMotivates, inspires, and influences others to take initiative, work toward a common goal, and accomplish critical tasks and missions
Builds trustEmpowers subordinates, encourages initiative, reinforce accountability and allows open communication
Extends influenceInfluences others outside change of command, involves indirect means of influence: diplomacy, negotiation, conflict resolution, and coordination
CommunicatesClearly expresses ideas to ensure understanding, actively listens to others, and employs effective communication techniques
Creates a positive environmentEstablishes and maintains positive expectations/attitudes to support effective work behaviors, relationships, and organizations
Prepares selfConducts self-study, aware of their limitations and strengths, and seek self-development, continues to improve and prepare
Develops othersEncourages and supports others to grow as individuals and teams, prepares others for success, makes the organization versatile and productive
Stewards the professionActs to improve the organization beyond their own tenure and supports developmental opportunities for subordinates
Gets resultsConsistently produces results, develops and executes plans while providing direction, and clear priorities toward mission accomplishment
Example Item Guidance for Discipline
Unsatisfactory (Score of 1)Developing (Score of 2)Effective (Score of 3)Exceptional (Score of 4)
Behavioral examples of the category
  • Unable to control their behavior and ignores what is right.

  • Blames others for substandard outcomes.

  • Verbally critiques or criticizes the importance and role of standards while blaming others when tasks fall below the established standards.

  • Follows unclear principles and is questionable in word and deed

  • Does the wrong thing for no reason and for the wrong goal.

  • Inconsistent behavior requiring heav influence by others to do what is right.

  • Does not see the need to take responsibility for substandard outcomes.

  • Takes no verbal stance on the importance and role of standards and feels unable to take action when tasks fall below standards.

  • Unsure which principles to follow and is sometimes unsure in word and deed.

  • Does the right thing but is uncertain of the reason or goal.

  • Able to control one’s own behavior and is compliant to do what is right

  • Takes responsibility for substandard outcomes.

  • Acknowledges the importance and role of standards and takes action when tasks fall below established standards.

  • Follows clear principles and are honest in word and deed.

  • Does the right thing for the right reason.

  • Behavior is always in accordance with Army values and never waivers from doing what is right.

  • Takes ownership of all substandard outcomes and seeks improvement.

  • Reinforces the importance and role of standards throughout the unit and ensures that tasks do not fall below established standards.

  • A role model for all that follows clear principles and is honest in word and deed.

  • Does the right thing for the right reason and with the right goal in mind “when no one is looking”

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