What are the core leader competencies?

• A. Leads, Develops, Achieves
• B. Leads, Guides, Delivers
• C. Develops, Leads, Achieves
• D. Plans, Develops, Achieves

Answer: (A)

Leads, Develops, Achieves are the three core leader competencies. Leads means guiding and influencing others toward the mission with purpose and integrity. Develops focuses on building subordinates’ capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and development of their readiness. Achieves centers on delivering results and mission success through effective planning and execution. This combination is the recognized Army leadership framework, capturing the essential responsibilities of a leader: motivate and guide people, build their potential, and drive real outcomes. Other options swap in different terms like Guides, Delivers, or Plans, which don’t align with the same leadership focus.