[August 31, 2021] So much to do and so little time to do it. I resurrected my “clearing the spindle” series a few months ago because of so much in the news, especially over failing leaders who blame others for their own incompetence. Today’s article is title, “you won’t believe this.” I know that it is a bit… Read More »
[August 30, 2021] In three weeks, we will be privileged to celebrate the birthday of the U.S. Air Force, created on September 18, 1947. The National Security Act of 1947 was a U.S. law enacting several major restructuring of our military and intelligence agencies following WWII. This is why, for example, that the Air Force shares its birthday… Read More »
[August 29, 2021] The American military no longer trusts you. The American people no longer believe what you say. You are a disgrace and embarrassment to the uniform and remain a standing beacon of failure for all to see. U.S. Army General Mark Milley, you must resign NOW! Tear those four stars off your new nostalgic uniform and… Read More »
[August 28, 2021] It has been a long-running theme here on my leadership blog that a leader’s character can only be developed through hard times. But I’m going out on a limb today and now arguing that good character can only be developed through suffering. That’s right, only by suffering can the best in us truly come out.… Read More »
[August 27, 2021] America is pointed in the wrong direction. Only a sycophant, willfully blind to reality and acting the part of useful idiots, believes otherwise. And this is no temporary misstep or just a fluke. America is headed in the wrong direction because Marxist leftists run it. Now, more than ever, America needs a real leader. The… Read More »
[August 26, 2021] While there are many aspects of leadership and good works, intelligence is no substitute for character. Coaching, teaching, and mentoring are some of the processes that go into the makeup of a great leader and are of such importance that it has been recognized throughout the history of humankind. The United States Marines Corps’… Read More »
[August 25, 2021] The development of professional, technical skills is necessary for a successful career. But hard skills alone are not enough to achieve the level of a top manager or an effective businessman. It is necessary to learn how to lead people, how to take responsibility for the work of the team, and how to be proactive.… Read More »
[August 24, 2021] In September, I will publish my first book, “Our Longest Year in Iraq.” This is an advanced book announcement. When my book hits the stores, it will be first available for your Kindle device. You can read it on other electronic devices as well. And a paperback version will come out as well. [Update] Here… Read More »
[August 23, 2021] In a speech after the brutal U.S. Civil War ended, Army General William Tecumseh Sherman said, “I tell you, war is Hell.”1 He was a man who knew the viciousness of war and the terrible price people pay. But he was also adamant that when the going gets tough, character counts more than anything else.… Read More »
[August 22, 2021] If there is but one characteristic of great leaders that stands tall above all others, it is the possession of unquestionable integrity. Without it, all the other key leader traits will amount to nothing at all. “The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no matter whether… Read More »