“Commander’s intent” is a doctrinal term used in planning combat missions to communicate a desired end-state to subordinates. It describes…
This past Veterans Day, I found it heartwarming and enlightening to feel the support from the local community, all the…
A letter to parents of Airmen Through the years I, as a chaplain, have received numerous phone calls from parents…
“Gratitude is the sign of noble souls.” ~ Aesop As the father of three I love telling Aesop’s Fables to…
Servant leader is a phrase that was first used by Robert K. Greenleaf in 1970 in an essay he wrote…
As an Airman at a new base, it can be confusing to figure out how to meet new people, develop…
Leadership is often defined as the capacity to lead. Though this definition describes the actions of an individual in a…
As a leader, do not let your ego get in the way. Stand tall, but not above everyone else. Do…
When I worked at U.S. Africa Command, the organization took steps to connect its member countries and cultures, to include…
November is the month in which the United States celebrates Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a civil holiday, yet it has deep…
I firmly believe the best things in life are the triumphs that make you proud – the ones that do…
As experienced supervisors and leaders, are we empowering our junior leaders to spread their wings as supervisors and leaders at…
Retired Chief Master Sgt. Harold Bergbower was born May 11, 1920, in Newton, Illinois. He joined the Army Air…
