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  • The indefinite temporary: 2020 teaches lessons in gratitude, personal growth

    In April, as much of the world was cooped up indoors, waiting out the first, deadly batch of cases during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, I was binge watching every episode of the classic American TV show “M*A*S*H.”One of my favorite episodes follows the gang at the 4077th through 1951 in a

  • ‘Travis 100’ lays the groundwork for the next 25 years

    If I asked you what your plans are for next month, would you be able to answer? A year from now? How about in the next 25 years? That’s exactly what I asked Travis and community leaders to think about last November. Over a three-month period, we developed a 25-year vision for the base that was

  • Innovation and the 21st century squadron

    Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk — two titans of industry who have impacted our lives and changed the way business is conducted in the 21st Century. While assigned at Air Force Space Command, I met both of them, and what resounded from each of their stories of success was the same: failure.

  • Impact of great leadership

    The 60th Comptroller Squadron holds its change of command June 28, where Lt. Col. Jared Mitchell relinquishes command to Maj. Andrew Wilkins. This time-honored military tradition brings reflection and optimism about where we’ve come from and what our future holds.

  • Shine bright

    Recently, an Airman stopped by my office to say hello. She mentioned she enjoyed scoping out people’s spaces and the interesting things they had. I asked her what she thought about my space and she replied, “Looks like you have had an impressive career.”

  • How I lead

    In the last 16 years of my career, I came to understand there is no one simple way to lead. I have been blessed to have had situations in my life that have led me to come up with my own version of how to be a better leader. What I am about to share may or may not work for you, but hopefully, you can

  • Trend Buckers

    With increasing regularity in society’s faster-paced work environments, many disciplines are publishing articles about employee burnout. More so in the private sector, industries are resourcing workplace wellness programs to counter stress. Organizations with these programs are realizing

  • Unleashing the innovative spirit of Airmen

    We’re doing it again. We’re taking the momentum of a renewed focus on innovation and beginning to squander its potential, making it “just the next thing.” While senior leaders continue to emphasize innovation, our Airmen are becoming frustrated with the pace of real progress and the disproportionate