Principles of leadership

1. The leader is always responsible. Leaders must always "own" the mistakes and shortcomings of their teams.
2. Everyone on the team must believe in the mission.
3. Work with other teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
4. Keep plans simple, clear, and concise.
5. Check your ego.
6.  Figure out your priorities, and then act on them one at a time.
7. Clarify your mission (i.e., your plan).
8. Engage with your higher-ups; keep them in the loop--especially when they frustrate you.
9. Act decisively, even when things are chaotic.
10. Contradictory qualities of a leader.