We can become holier than thou in so many situations. We think our way is the only way. However, if we are truly tolerant and truly an open-minded person, we are willing to listen to the opinions and thoughts of those we disagree with.

It has been about a year since I took off the uniform and entered the civilian workforce. This process has been eye opening for me and I have learned a lot. One of the biggest lessons I learned is the same one I have learned over and over again throughout my entire life: lead yourself…

Roll Calls are an Air Force fixture. I have attended one (in some form) almost everyday of my 20 year career. However, with very few exceptions, they were a complete waste of time. Most Roll Calls went like this: After the initial attendance or “roll” call,  the dumping of pointless information follows for the next…

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Growing up, I never had the name-brand stuff that the other kids had. What I did have were parents that taught me to improvise. I couldn’t throw money at a problem and had to use what I had. I think all of us can try this a bit more at work. We complain about not…