I recently had a discussion with a peer over SNCO stratifications.  I had been transparent from the outset of the process by letting those I rated on know that I either was or wasn’t going to push them forward for stratification—and why.  Even as that process continued through the squadron and group, I was transparent…

Delegation and trust go hand and hand, but you’ve got to ensure those around you understand that you trust them when you give them a task. One of my many challenges was developing young officers and getting them to make a decision. I’d give them a task and before they would make a decision they…

Our title is not what defines us, it is our action. I have been fortunate enough to have been placed in situations where I was in charge even though I did not out rank my teammates. Trying to “flex” my title would have resulted in me getting stuffed in a locker or something. Instead I…

How many times have you had this conversation with your family…”What do you want for dinner”? Between your spouse and maybe a child or two there may be a few options and then you say “I don’t care”. So a selection is made and then you say “I don’t want that”. Been there, done it,…

Do you realize that we have the ability to influence how everyone around us reacts and actually can set the tone for our work or even home environment? I know that I tried to keep my emotions in check, but once in awhile if I was having a bad day, those in the office could…