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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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🟢 #motivational 🕊️Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: “Thread by Thread: Weaving Success with The CARE Method”🕊️ In a world seeking instant results, lasting success is like weaving a tapestry—it takes time, precision, and consistent effort. Each thread adds strength and beauty, just as intentional actions shape a leader’s legacy. Success isn’t a sudden achievement but the result of daily effort, thread by thread, inspiring future generations. The CARE Method: A Framework for Leadership Excellence The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation weaves emotional intelligence, faith, and practical leadership. Its pillars—Confrontation, Aspiration, Resilience, and Ethical Leadership—help leaders grow personally and impact others meaningfully. Lessons from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Covey’s 7 Habits align seamlessly with the CARE Method, illustrating how success builds on deliberate habits: 1. Be Proactive – Address challenges before they escalate. 2. Begin with the End in Mind – Align aspirations with long-term goals. 3. Put First Things First – Prioritize resilience over quick wins. 4. Think Win-Win – Foster mutual growth through empathy. 5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Build trust through listening. 6. Synergize – Collaboration strengthens results. 7. Sharpen the Saw – Practice self-care and growth for resilience. Emotional Intelligence and Faith: Key Threads Emotional intelligence strengthens leadership through awareness, empathy, and connection. Paired with faith, it provides the inner strength to persevere. Leaders grounded in these principles build legacies that inspire others. “Success Is in the Details” John Maxwell says, “Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time.” Success is woven over time, one thread at a time, through intentional actions. Build Your Legacy: One Thread at a Time Every decision, conversation, and action is a thread in your leadership journey. With the CARE Method, aligned with emotional intelligence and faith, you can weave a legacy that endures. 🔵 Your Legacy Begins Today: Start Weaving with The CARE Method Every thread counts. Stay consistent, and let your actions create a lasting impact. Order The CARE Method: Transformative Coaching for Every Generation on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe — Dr. J

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⭐ Dr. J Quotes (Leadership & Inspiration) ⭐ Dr. J’s Quote: The essence of great leadership is found in our commitment to the welfare of others. When we embrace this responsibility and pursue excellence, we pave the way for shared triumphs. Dr. J’s Thoughts: Leading with empathy and a focus on the greater good transforms challenges into opportunities for collective growth. Order Now: The C.A.R.E. Method on Amazon Click to order from Amazon https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe

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⭐ Dr. J Quotes (Leadership & Inspiration) ⭐ Dr. J’s Quote: The essence of great leadership is found in our commitment to the welfare of others. When we embrace this responsibility and pursue excellence, we pave the way for shared triumphs. Dr. J’s Thoughts: Leading with empathy and a focus on the greater good transforms challenges into opportunities for collective growth. Order Now: The C.A.R.E. Method on Amazon Click to order from Amazon https://a.co/d/hNw3xPe

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As I reflect on the recent insights shared at the 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium, one key message stands out loud and clear: the future fight demands readiness, adaptability, and resilience. We are reoptimizing the Great Power Competition (GPC) with a clear focus on the challenges posed by evolving threats. The strength of our Air Force and the Air National Guard isn't just in the machines we fly or the systems we operate but in the indomitable spirit and unity of our Airmen. Embracing a shared cultural identity goes beyond our functional roles, sharpening our focus on the combat mission and reinforcing the bonds that make us fearsome to any adversary. The battlefield is all around us, and it will take every Airman to understand, train, and employ direct combat airpower to defend each other and locate, close with, and destroy the enemy. Our senior leaders have painted a vision where each of us plays a critical role—where empowered Airmen operate with agility, driving our mission forward even in the most contested environments. This is not just about adapting our tactics; it's about stepping into a role of empowered leadership, where each Airman is equipped to make decisions and take action in real time, often in challenging situations. Do we need to be reminded that our strength lies not only in our technical capabilities but also in our resilience, our trust in each other, and our relentless pursuit of mission success? We must embody the traits of the empowered, well-trained Airmen who are ready to carry the weight of decisions that impact our nation's security. To my fellow Airmen—the future is calling on us to be agile, resilient, and always mission-ready. Let us answer that call, continue the legacy of those before us, and write the next chapter together. The pen is in our hands, and the next chapter starts now. #AirMobility #AirNationalGuard #MissionReady #Resilience #Airmen #EmpoweredLeadership #CombatAirpower #Agility #LegacyOfExcellence #FutureFight #AirForce

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I’m a mentor for ACP. It’s rewarding to share my expertise with military service members, spouses, and veterans making a career change.   Want to make a real difference in the lives of transitioning service members and military spouses? If you’re passionate about helping others find meaningful careers and want to enhance your own leadership skills, becoming a mentor with American Corporate Partners (ACP) is a fantastic opportunity! https://www.acp-usa.org/   Here’s why you should join ACP: * Empower Others: Help veterans and military spouses navigate their career journeys. * Pay It Forward: Your experience can guide someone toward success. * Grow as a Leader: Mentorship is a rewarding way to develop your own skills. I’ve been a mentor with ACP for several years, and it has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Each conversation brings new insights and the chance to inspire others.   * No military experience is required—just a desire to help! * Join me in making an impact.  * Sign up to be a mentor today! ACP recently launched an entrepreneurial program, ACP Ventures | American Corporate Partners https://lnkd.in/eZw5aETW. The response has been great! They need entrepreneurial mentors too! #MentorshipMatters #ACPMentors #PayItForward #VeteranSupport #MilitarySpouses

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It was a pleasure sharing stories and ideas with the good people of #ideascale and an innovative-minded group of virtual participants. If you would like a model for accomplishing change and transformation -- a model that was tested and proven during the startup years of #AFWERX and based upon over 2,000 years of historical principles -- the webinar link is below. Be fluid, stay agile, and may you sense and shape the future that we need...

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🟢 #Inspirational 🌟Dr. J’s Leadership Insight: Inspiring Legacy Through Intergenerational Excellence🌟 In our rapidly evolving world, true leadership transcends titles, focusing on the legacy we leave through the lives we touch and the systems we transform. Effective leadership bridges generational divides, connecting past wisdom, present action, and future hope. The Power of Intergenerational Leadership Dr. J’s philosophy emphasizes that each generation offers unique strengths. By integrating these diverse perspectives, we unlock the full potential of our teams and communities. Honoring the resilience of seasoned professionals, embracing the drive of emerging leaders, and nurturing the creativity of the next generation fosters collective growth and transformation. The CARE Method: A Blueprint for Transformative Leadership Central to Dr. J’s coaching is the CARE Method, which tailors leadership approaches to diverse needs while maintaining a unified vision: • Confrontational Coaching: Challenges outdated thinking and fosters accountability. • Aspirational Coaching: Inspires individuals to dream beyond limitations. • Resilience Coaching: Strengthens the ability to navigate adversity and change. • Emerging Life Coaching: Prepares future leaders to thrive in unpredictable environments. This method reflects the belief that everyone, regardless of age or background, has the potential to grow and lead. The CARE Method has empowered over 1,200 coaches worldwide, cementing its value as a model for impactful, sustainable change. Dr. J’s Legacy Principles for Leaders 1. Lead with Legacy in Mind: Leadership is about significance. Ask yourself daily: What am I building today that will empower the next generation? 2. Adapt Across Generations: Tailor your message to generational nuances while maintaining a unifying mission. 3. Inspire Through Action: Leadership is a verb. Inspire others through relentless pursuit of growth, excellence, and service. 4. Create Systems, Not Just Solutions: Focus on building frameworks that outlast you, enabling others to carry forward the vision. 5. Balance Humility and Confidence: Lead with humility, but recognize the transformative impact of your vision and actions. A Vision for the Future Leadership today demands not only technical competence but also emotional intelligence and cultural awareness. It requires the courage to challenge norms, the wisdom to collaborate, and the foresight to build bridges between generations. Dr. J’s model positions leaders as architects of a future where age is a strength, and diversity of thought forms the foundation for collective success. As leaders, our ultimate goal is to light the path for others, ensuring the road ahead is paved with opportunities for growth, innovation, and unity. This is the essence of Intergenerational Excellence. Closing Dr. J’s legacy is a testament to the belief that leadership is not about commanding followers—it’s about creating leaders.

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#3 Elevator pitch –be able to communicate the value evaluation brings to the mission in 30 seconds Instructional designers know we bring value to the training space, but I often see challenges when it comes to expressing that value to leaders and coworkers. My recommendation: figure out how to describe the value you bring in 30 seconds. Have a few back up sound bytes, as well, to serve as supporting facts for your case. Less than a week from now, I am presenting a case study on the Kirkpatrick (R) Four Levels in Special Warfare Training. It's important to me to inspire attendees to take back actionable steps they can implement for future impact and I have distilled my advice into ❗ FIVE steps ❗ #3 is above. If you want to learn the other four, join me in person or virtually at 0900 EDT, 5 June at the Kirkpatrick Summit. https://lnkd.in/g3KY5WgW

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The lack of "consumability" of some information coming out of critial parts of the bureacracy is a critical issue for novice innovators. CSPAN and the white house media pages, DVIDS are your best friends when it comes to on the ground evidence. If it doesn't get picked up in War on the Rocks, your favorite 'podcast' - maybe people don't see or hear it!? Dr. Marina Theodotou, Michael Mullen, Alexis B., Michael Kanaan, James Appathurai, Colin kane, Mike Bloomberg Does our need/ effort to communicate end when the message gets posted? Raw: https://lnkd.in/gMFj-NF9 Key Quotes: Admiral Mullen, "The building (Pentagon) is very risk averse and the requirement is to move very rapidly, which is going to require a significant increase in the appetite for risk." "We’ve got to stop rewarding mediocrity. We need to accelerate speed, really put ourselves on the clock. Almost as if we were at war." "We need to align our mission to drive innovation very specifically and learn from the best, especially in addressing the lack of flexibility in funding." Alexis Bonnell "The number one thing our adversary wants is for us to be scared of our own technology. So coming back in was really a commitment to the idea of how do we reduce the fear and make it easier for people to innovate?" "Toil eats purpose faster than mission can replace it... without taking away all of the extra, it becomes very difficult to do something new or novel." "Time is a weapons platform. It's our most important weapons platform. But if we don't treat a minute as important as a missile, then we waste them and invest them in the wrong places." Michael Kanaan "Technology, no matter the type, is a human endeavor, and people are at the core of what we do." "The DoD doesn't have the luxury of looking at bonuses or corporate profit margins on a 10-K statement. The shareholders are capital currency often boils down to the narrative words and a mission well done." "As I often like to say, you can't hack the bureaucracy unless you understand the bureaucracy, and an educated workforce must be the ones to build an environment that supports the adoption of technology." "The most profound AI impacts will inevitably be...in the back office functions, at least in the short term...an area overlooked for its lack of glamor compared to warfighting applications." "The question is not whether we are risk averse. But rather, is that a euphemism for risk blind...what is lost because we haven't made the trade off."

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Modeling excellence and setting the standard - lessons from the military that apply to leadership in any context.  #leadership  #excellence  #militaryleadership  #modelingbehavior  #settingexpectations #winnersfindaway #leadingwinningteams #leadershipity #ceo #Civtech #adversity #challenges #podcastshow

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