It’s no secret that we live in a world where immediate gratification is a growing priority. We want to see results now. Whether it is […]
Leadership Musings
Don’t Just Change. Evolve!
One of the primary differences between managers and leaders is that managers are asked primarily to maintain the status quo, and leaders are charged with inspiring […]
(Don’t) Expect to Win
Each week in anticipation of and during Naval Academy football games I hear local commercials about how Midshipmen ‘Expect to Win’ on and off the […]
Unicorns and Fairies
I enjoy many things about being in the Navy. I enjoy the mission, the people, and the opportunity to lead. During the course of my […]
Visibly Absent
I have long worked in an environment where presence is vital to meaningful contribution and the number of hours we put in is used as a metric […]
Best or Most Deserving?
I am a college football fan and like many fans, this is the time of year when I am reminded about how flawed the poll (or […]
Committed to WHO
Last week, my wife and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary. Our wedding day was a lifetime ago, yet in many respects, it seems like […]
Proactive Driving
Like many of you, I spend a lot of time in my car. Sometimes I drive alone and sometimes with a full car, but there […]
Capable Decision Makers
Last week, my son told me that in his estimation every day is the same. Each day consists of the same activities within the house […]
The Meaningful Threshold
During my first week in command, I hosted a Command Quarters where I had the opportunity to celebrate some of the talent across the team […]
Engagement and Connection
I am writing this on my 73rd day as part of the Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command Team. Each day has been great in its […]
Don Your Hoodie, Full-speed Ahead
Last week I attended the Athena East Naval Innovation Competition in downtown Norfolk. More specifically, I was part of a “Shark Tank” style board, helping […]
At Risk of Living
Risk is a part of life. We take risks each and every day. Some risks are calculated, some are deliberate, and some are unintentional. I […]
Chiefs, Officers, and the “White Hat”
Last week, I had the privilege of being the guest speaker at the Chiefs Pinning Ceremony, where we celebrated what will likely serve as the […]
Here’s To the Enablers…
Last weekend I ran the Virginia Beach Rock & Roll 1/2 Marathon. I woke up at 0430 and drove with my son to the designated […]
Stretching
I enjoy physical exercise and fitness has been a significant part of my life for as long as I can remember. Admittedly, like most kids […]
Accidentally, On Purpose
I work in a field that is relatively new to the Navy. Truth is when you are part of a team that has been in […]
Falling Short Differently
Last month, I observed a toddler who was attempting to walk. He struggled, yet persisted. He toddled to the right, he wobbled to the left, […]
Outside the Pool
This last weekend was the All-City Swim Meet and the culmination of my son’s third year of swimming on the neighborhood team. Three years ago […]
I’ll Miss You
The military life is not for everyone. It’s nomadic. It’s filled with separation from loved ones. It requires sacrifice by all involved. That is the […]