[October 26, 2022] If you have real friends and you tell them bad news, they’re actually sad for you. You can tell them, and they will listen. They will help you take the pain, will not tell you about some worse thing that happened to them defensively, or won’t secretly be happy that you got knocked down. They… Read More »
[October 14, 2022] Yes, I ride horses. Now, I’m no expert and I don’t profess a great knowledge of horses but there are some slices of knowledge that I see as important. First, horses – similar to dogs and cats – have been tightly woven into human history. Their links to humankind is obvious; a mode of travel,… Read More »
[September 17, 2022] Fortunately, I am allowed, for now, to write on this blog and share my thoughts, my ideas, and tribulations about the complete corruption of our most vaulted American institution, known as the FBI. Many of my colleagues have come to me and begged me to help them get the word out that the FBI higher-ups… Read More »
[May 29, 2022] The days before Memorial Day are full of getting the BBQ grills ready, buying hotdogs and hamburger meat, finding where we put the potato chips, and scurrying about to invite neighbors to a fun day out. We probably considered attending a local Memorial Day parade or ceremony. Many folks traditionally do that, and I’m happy… Read More »
[May 26, 2022] Until recently, I was a senior agent of the United States’ FBI, and I’m now retired some seven years. My goal in life is to tell the American people about the massive corruption within the FBI. This is a sad tale. But I’m all in on my campaign to bring back equal justice for every… Read More »
[April 2, 2022] “Don’t take yourself so seriously, Satterfield.” My Platoon Sergeant was conducting my first performance review as a new NCO and gave me some much-needed advice. I wanted to do a good job as his team leader; being new, maybe I was too intense. His guidance to me was to relax and use humor to make… Read More »
[January 31, 2022] For years now, I’ve been asked to give advice to young men and women about how to live a successful life. I’m humbled by their requests but like all people, I have a biased view. Now, I am asking my readers to please give me their input. What do you think is important to have… Read More »
[November 22, 2021] Portland State University has a problem and it’s a problem of a self-inflicted variety; the worst kind. Portland State has slowly drifted into the realm of illiberalism and it stinks … according to Peter Boghossian, a professor who just resigned his position that he held for a decade. Here is his letter to the Provost. … Read More »
[October 14, 2021] One of the most challenging character traits of leaders to achieve and to develop is the ability to judge character in others. Leaders are looking for specific traits that predict successful mission completion or are obstacles to teamwork. Sadly, we often see inexperienced leaders who misjudge character, leading to unforeseen problems. “I admire men of… Read More »
[September 19, 2021] One of the most difficult character traits of leaders to obtain, and to develop, is the ability to judge character in others. Leaders are looking for specific traits in people that predict successful mission completion or are obstacles to teamwork. Sadly, we often see inexperienced leaders who misjudge character; leading to unforeseen problems. “I admire… Read More »