Marine Leader Development

Marine Leader Development (MLD) is a comprehensive approach to leadership development that seeks to foster development of all aspects of Marines’ personal and professional lives. It is neither a philosophy nor a program; rather, it is a framework to be used by Marines at all levels for themselves and subordinates. This framework is the six Functional Areas of Leadership Development: Fidelity, Fighter, Fitness, Family, Finance, and Future. By addressing each of these individual areas, MLD seeks to ensure the development of Marines – and thus a Corps – that is cohesive, tactically and technically proficient, guided by moral purpose, and able to execute the toughest challenges. MLD will be implemented in all Marine Corps commands, and will supersede the Marine Corps Mentoring Program (MCMP).

Coaching

Effective coaching and counseling has a profound effect on Marines, units, the Corps.  It is part of the inseparable bond between the leader and led at all levels.  Coaching and Counseling is a process of two-way communication between senior and junior to help the junior achieve and maintain the highest possible level of performance.  This section includes resources for Marines to develop effective coaching methods and develop future potential.

Leader Development Resources

Content in the Marine Leader Development Resource pages provide commanders and leaders practical tools and resources to assist in developing our Marines and Sailors personally and professionally through coaching, counseling, and mentoring, thereby sustaining the transformation.