Feb. 5, 2018 Valentine's Day It is fitting that as we celebrate Valentine’s Day during the month of February, we spend some extra time thinking about the people we care about. My kids have already started the annual ritual of deciding which Valentine’s cards and candy they want to hand out to their classmates. But beyond the
Jan. 29, 2018 Redefining a Shotgun Leader: An Adaptable Approach Adaptability and versatility are key competencies of modern leadership. The unpredictable, dynamic nature of our business demands that we prepare our Airmen – both personally and professionally – to face challenges that require these skills to be successful. While there is no one path to developing
Jan. 23, 2018 Setting Yourself Up for Success in the New Year A new year brings new opportunities, a time to reflect on the previous year, and renewed hope of what can be in the year to come. As a result, many people feel compelled to make a “New Year’s Resolution” in which they will strive to modify their behavior in pursuit of a goal. However, statistics
Jan. 16, 2018 New Year's Resolutions - Why Change? Promise to keep doing the good stuff! Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station, Colo. - Has anyone ever heard someone say “Starting in January, I’m going to exercise the same amount I do now”? Or “Last year was great! I’m going to do the same things this year”? Maybe “I feel good, so I’m not going to change my routine in 2018”? Probably
Jan. 9, 2018 African American / Black History Month As 2018 begins, the 21st Space Wing Equal Opportunity Office hopes that individuals remain professional and respectful throughout the new year. When everyone treats each other in this manner, complaints are far and few.
Aug. 30, 2017 Red or yellow? An overly brief history on the dynamic and difficult pathway to women’s suffrage and women’s equality day Red rose or yellow rose? Yes or No? Should women be allowed the right to vote?
Aug. 1, 2017 Hope begins with you When we hear the words “Human Trafficking,” we often imagine men sitting in a dark room, wearing suits, smoking cigars and bidding on victims. That is until the hero breaks down the door, rescues the victims and they ride off into the sunset.
July 18, 2017 Bring on the Revitalization A few weeks ago, I took command of the 21st Security Forces Squadron. It is an incredible honor to lead such an extraordinary group of people. Prior to my arrival at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, I served as the Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein’s legislative advisor in
June 14, 2017 Growing up Army: Wouldn’t trade it for anything Growing up with my brother and sister in a military family was a challenge. My father was an Army Military Police Officer and we were stationed in places around the world. Throughout the years, we never stayed at one base for more than three years. I hated it. Being an Army brat was about continual
May 30, 2017 Taking ownership and accountability for your actions If someone asked any other First Sergeant how many times they have heard this, they probably would start to smile. They smile because it is what we as First Sergeants hear on a routine basis. However, I learned two important things way before I joined the military over twenty years ago, and if we,