Future leaders
Commanders, chiefs and first sergeants from the 55th Operations Group had the opportunity recently to sit down and talk with our Air Force's "next generation" of leaders at the James M. McCoy Airman...
View ArticleTaking Care of People
One of the biggest responsibilities we have as military members is to take care of our people. Even though that is easy to say, it is something that is often easily forgotten. As a military member,...
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Time Management
Throughout our careers we are constantly told to do this or do that if you want to succeed. We are told we must set goals, prioritize work, complete tasks on time, work on education, maintain our...
View ArticleRemember others this holiday season
As we begin the holiday season all of us need to take a break, to find time to recharge our mental and physical batteries. In light of last week's tragic events that left one of our young Airmen dead,...
View ArticleDon’t let it happen on your watch
As an Air Force Airman for many years, I've developed many philosophies, as well as leadership and management styles based on my experiences. Examples include such things as: "learn from the actions of...
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For Airmen extraordinary things happen every day
As military members, most of us understand we're a part of something special. I'm not sure I realized the full reality of just how unique our profession is until I stepped away from it. I didn't stay...
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Recognize your people
As I prepared to take command of the 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron at Kadena AB in Okinawa, Japan, I tried to arm myself with as much advice and as many ideas as I could in order to help ensure our...
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Taking care of your people's records
Over the years I've seen more than a few folks who didn't make the next grade. This saddens me because I know a few of them to be very dedicated people. Some were the victims of their own success, some...
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Are you an Airman?
Are you an Airman? Honestly? Seems like a pretty easy question. I wear the Air Force's uniform, I work on an Air Force Base, I get paid twice a month by the Air Force ... I must be an Airman, right?...
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What service before self really means
Recent events have given me the opprtunity to reflect on Air Force core values -- integrity, service before self and excellence in all we do. The one I hold above all others is service before self....
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Alcohol Awareness Month - Understanding alcohol's impact
Since 1987, April has been designated Alcohol Awareness Month in the United States. The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness of how we use alcohol and its effects. Though the observance...
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Safety springs forward
It has been one long and frigid winter, but spring has finally arrived. Many of us were hibernating in our homes all winter and are eager to get out and enjoy the warm weather. Many will be excited to...
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What is records management and why should I care?
What is records management? Information is at the center of everything an organization does including strategy management, research and development and compliance. How an organization manages that...
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Professional reading benefits all Airmen
As military professionals we have numerous personal and professional responsibilities, a concept unlikely to surprise anyone reading this. Many of these responsibilities, like physical fitness, customs...
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A marathon to remember
Running and training for a marathon is one of the most difficult things anyone will ever do in their lifetime. Although the 26.2 miles of the event is the shortest part, it gives the runner an honest...
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Social networking and 'that guy'
Did you ever say something out loud or do something stupid, in front of a bunch of people and wish you never had? You know what I mean, that sinking feeling in your stomach combined with the knowing...
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"Green" Awareness at Offutt AFB
One of my most important base-wide initiatives has to do with improving our overall "green" awareness. This includes making a good base recycling program even better. We must constantly bring energy...
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Physical fitness: Changing Air Force culture
The Air Force physical fitness program has undergone significant changes over the last year, and will continue to evolve this year, in an attempt to change Air Force fitness culture. What does the Air...
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Efficiency in all we do
Today we're facing the challenge of sustaining operations under resource constraints many of us have never seen, and all indicators tell us it's going to get worse before it gets better. The...
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Don't be a target, secure your valuables
For many being stationed in America's heartland may contribute to a complacent attitude toward the security of possessions. Most people, especially in military society, want to believe their fellow...
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