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Command presence is presenting yourself as someone in authority which is trusted and respected. The key is projecting leadership authority with voice and stature.
In contrast, command presence combined with learning to see gray is being open to seeing a person's complete well-being.
Learning to see gray can enhance leadership effectiveness and exhibit stronger emotional intelligence. Sergeant Major Victor Allen, USA, Retired, is a native of Orlando, FL. He knew at seven years old that he would become a servant leader in the military or law enforcement. Twenty-eight years of honorable service led to numerous awards and commendations by former U.S. Presidents, the Secretary of Defense; U.S. Army Chief of Staff to name a few. Victor Allen was awarded the 2011 Veterans Brain Trust Award by the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference for forming a Military Community Relations Program that provided mentoring for at-risk kids for eight years. He holds a Master of Social Work degree in Advanced Community Practice and a Minor in African American Studies from The University of Texas at Arlington. Currently, he serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Tarrant County College, NE Campus, in the Mental Health and Human Services Department. Sergeant Major Allen is a Certified Agile Coach and a SAFe SCRUM Master, coaching teams and executive leaders. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx