THE ABILITY TO ORGANIZE AND MAKE DECISIONS The ability to organize means you can plan and coordinate specific steps to complete simple or complex jobs. The ability to make decisions means  you  can  identify  possible  obstacles  or problems, establish priorities, and choose the best way to overcome these problems. A fear of failure does not interfere with your ability to organize and make decisions. PERSONAL  EXAMPLE This quality is an inherent part of leadership. It means you exhibit good behavior, a professional appearance, and outstanding performance as a role model for others. It will have a positive impact on your subordinates and the image of the CPO community. PERSONAL EXCELLENCE The Personal Excellence Program was initiated by Admiral James D. Watkins, the 22d CNO, as a follow-on program to pride and professionalism. The emphasis of this program-Navy involvement in the civilian community—has become a positive and effective program. Through this program the Navy supports local Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs), churches, charities, and youth activities. The program also includes the Navy’s support of alcohol abuse, drug testing, physical fitness, and family advocacy programs. The involvement of naval personnel with these community programs helps to maintain the Navy’s image of pride and professionalism. CORE VALUES The latest addition to the pride and pro- fessionalism program was initiated by Admiral Carlisle A. H. Trost, the 23d CNO, to reenforce and strengthen existing programs. The objective of this program is for senior and junior naval personnel to serve as models of ethical behavior and personal values. Role models who reflect the Navy’s core values set an example for all Navy personnel. They also serve as an image of the Navy’s pride and professionalism to the local community  and  the  nation.  The  following paragraphs describe the core values the Navy expects of its people. Integrity Integrity is the soundness of moral character and ethical principles. You should recognize this as a fundamental part of being an effective leader and manager. As a chief petty officer, you will be expected to make moral and ethical decisions for which you will be held accountable. The basic elements of integrity are honesty, honor, and responsibility. Professionalism Professionalism is the conduct, aim, or quality that marks a profession or professional person. As a chief petty officer who is recognized as a professional, you must ensure your people conduct themselves in a professional manner. The elements of professionalism are competence, teamwork, and loyalty. Tradition Tradition is the handing down of beliefs and customs  from  generation  to  generation.  As  a member of the Navy, you have inherited a rich and  proud  tradition  of  patriotism,  courage, spiritual heritage, and concern for people. As a chief petty officer, you have also inherited an obligation to your predecessors and successors to uphold this tradition. INTEGRITY AND EFFICIENCY PROGRAM The policy of the Department of the Navy (DON)  is  to  eliminate  mismanagement  of  its resources. DON takes vigorous actions to detect, deter, and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse, as well as the appearance of improper conduct in the Navy. DON also takes actions to prevent such occurrences in the future. All naval personnel, military and civilians, having knowledge of fraud, waste, and abuse are required by law to make a full disclosure of such activities to the proper authority. Mismanagement, disclosure, fraud, waste, and abuse are terms that you should be familiar with in carrying out your responsibilities toward the Integrity and Efficiency Program. These terms are defined below: Mismanagement—To manage incompetently or dishonestly 6-8