Navy Boy said:
Is their anyone in that group their higher rank then you? If not give them push ups That's what I do if my squad don't listen to me.
Are you guys aloud to do that? I would love to be able to use PT as a punishment and even receive it as a punishment. It, in my opinion, creates more discipline but thats a big no no in the CCM.
And as for tips on gaining respect, show your cadets that your the right perosn for the position. If your staff gave you this position, they gave it to you for a reason. The staff have obviously noticed your leadership qualities and are putting it to the test by giving you the position and now you have to show those cadets why you have the position. Make them see what your staff saw.
What I always do when Im put in charge of a section is have a down-to-earth chat with my group, basically what Sgt Eversmann did in BHD, when he was put incharge. Let them know that you want to work together as a team to get things done and also let them know whose the boss.
If one cadet is not really listening to you, what I would do is give them a warning, say "Hey, I know ya wanna have fun and all but it's time to be serious" and if they continue use a more authoritative approach, by maybe saying "OK, Ive given you a warning and now It's really time to smarten up. If this continues I will take it up the chain-of-command and disciplinary action will be taken." By saying this your letting them know that your in charge and are not afraid to do what it takes. Now if they continue, actually take it up the chain of command, dont just threaten it, because then they will know that you mean what you say and hopefully the will have a better attitude towards you.
This is just what I do whwenever Im put in a leadership poition, but I always remember to adapt to the situation, so if your leading a group say on a dangerous slope, dont be slack. People could be at risk and they need to listen to you for safety reason, but if your all gathered around a map and cadet bloggins says something out of line...well, i think you get it.
If anyone could even correct me on what I do that would help me also because Im at the stage in cadets right now where I am taking on more leadership roles and I would like to be the best I can be so that would be great.
Cheers!