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  • Thankful America

    The roots of the American character run deep. Courage stretches from Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Ingenuity reaches out to us from the completed Panama Canal. Toughness springs from the prairie journeys of thousands of families and their covered wagons. Perhaps one of the most important and

  • AETC commander wishes safe, joyous Thanksgiving

    Thanksgiving is a holiday of reflection, a look back at the many things we are thankful for, and Teresa and I want to first thank each of you and your families for the great things you do for our nation. It is your commitment and professionalism that allow Air Education and Training Command to

  • Veteran’s Day: Reflection of Duty and Sacrifice

    For more than 200 years, the Armed Forces of the United States have been responsible for ensuring the freedoms of all Americans. Every year, we gather together to remember those who served, fought and gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Veteran's Day is a time to reflect upon the

  • Legal assistance attorneys - here for you

    As a legal assistance attorney, I once had a client who signed a contract for a new car out of state and then drove the car 1,000 miles back to our base. He did not understand a tiny phrase in the contract - "subject to dealer financing." A few weeks later, with his leave balance nearly down to

  • Professionalism, respect, and attitude

    As a first-time squadron commander, I was asked very quickly, "What is your philosophy and what are your expectations?" As soon as I was selected command, I was told that I needed to start thinking about this topic so that I could set the pace early in my command. I thought about this for quite some

  • Leadership and the enlisted evaluation system

    As the 97th Mission Support Group Superintendent, I have spent much time thinking about my new role. I asked myself, "What exactly do I want to accomplish in this position?" Some of this was answered for me when my new boss, Col. James Peccia provided me with my first official feedback. However,

  • Should I volunteer?

    Have you ever heard someone say, "It shouldn't matter if I volunteer for stuff? What's important is that I do my job instead of running around volunteering for everything."This past week, I had the opportunity to talk to some of our outstanding young Airmen. We found ourselves in a discussion about

  • Be a great follower

    Our Air Force prides itself on developing leaders. At every level of Air Force training, we see much emphasis placed on leadership. Even at the earliest phase of professional military education, Airman Leadership School, we see leadership is its middle name. We invite leadership consultants to speak

  • Attention to detail

    How often have you heard people speak of "the big picture" while not letting little things get in the way of what they want to do? I'm here to tell you that as a leader, manager, employee or Airman, not paying attention to detail or the small things in our lives can lead to catastrophic results.

  • Vehicle preparation for winter season

    It's that time of year again when the temperature begins to change and we all need to prepare our vehicles accordingly.You don't want be in the position to tell your boss that you were five minutes late because you didn't have an ice scraper for the frost on your windshield. Here are a few things