[October 28, 2020] In this article, I compare the leadership qualities of Joe Biden and Donald Trump; both running for the U.S. presidency. Alas, hype defines this election, mostly driven by a media accused of both political partisanship and prejudicial censorship. Any leadership comparison is a difficult task, one that data mining, analysis, and the application of seasoned… Read More »
[October 27, 2020] Our society is unnecessarily complex and, in response, our humanness is in search of something. We search for those things which we are assured we cannot live without. This is equally true in business and can be equally harmful. If you want to improve your organization’s performance your life, your leadership, and your business model,… Read More »
[October 22, 2020] “Decision science is a collection of quantitative techniques used to inform decision-making,” according to Harvard. Its focus is on finding a solution using the available information, and that you can effectively compare outcomes, costs, and more to make the best decision for your situation. It’s a specific science that has produced key frameworks anyone can… Read More »
[September 30, 2020] The concept of the fog of war was put forward by a Prussian fellow by the name of Carl von Clausewitz with his posthumously published book, Vom Kriege (1832).1 I have a copy of the English version, On War (1833), sitting on my bookshelf. It is one of the few books I’ve read twice, cover… Read More »
[September 26, 2020] Professional teachers always look to learn more and grow their abilities. They are on an unending journey where they are always searching: New concepts or teaching tactics Ways to enhance their skills and expertise New details that will help their students to be successful That is why, in this article, we are going to talk… Read More »
[September 24, 2020] I’m of the old school that says experience is the best teacher. And, while that is debatable in some philosophical corners, it nonetheless rings true. Sadly, experience is not transferable; we all must take a given path to see what it may bring. The very best leaders have something in common and that is they… Read More »
[September 18, 2020] Equality in the workplace is not just a legal responsibility for the employers but also a commitment to having a positive culture for the entire workforce. Essentially, it is about giving fair treatment to all your employees, regardless of their gender, race, nationality, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. But fostering equality in your organization… Read More »
[August 22, 2020] The importance of proper paperwork cannot be overlooked. Many years ago, as a staff officer, I wondered why the promotion rates for Administrative Army officers exceeded the rate of Infantry officers. Infantry was the place of leaders, more likely to experience combat and to demonstrate one’s bonafides in the U.S. Army. Why then did Admin… Read More »
[August 9, 2020] A former Army Sgt Major sent this to me on Facebook and thought I would share it. All of it is true. Great leader advice! No. 1. Yelling doesn’t make you skinny. Daily Physical Training (PT) does. If you’re not out there saluting the flag every morning at 6:30, you can automatically assume your Soldiers… Read More »
[August 2, 2020] Standing in line to get my field issue from the Supply Sergeant, I was given an M5A1 Korean-War era bayonet. I had to sign for it, of course. Asking what it was for, I was told to ask my Platoon Leader. Later that week, my Infantry Company was part of an extensive Field Training Exercise… Read More »