Strong military physical fitness scores are not a reason to skip unit fitness training; they drive a responsibility to lead it.

Last year I asked, "What is an Airman?" This year, I think the establishment of the U.S. Space Force may help us find that answer.

Some of the best books are about telling you uncomfortable truths you already know.

My entire military experience has been defined by either Afghanistan lingering in the background or thrust violently into my...

The power of humbly listening to alternative voices and having your blind spots challenged.

The next generation of high-end warfare looks both familiar and different. Many well-meaning military strategists and planners are...

What the Military can Learn from the State Department

On 11 September 2001, 19 members of the terrorist network, Al-Qaeda, hijacked four airliners and killed nearly 3,000 people. As a result...

One Bullet Away: the Making of a Marine Officer is a story that many vets have heard, but is a beneficial read for young military leaders...

When you identify a problem, focus on the solution instead... but be ready for it to be worse than what's already in place.

Much like Marcus Aurelius, Secretary Mattis has filled his book with truths, both pithy and hard-earned.

The Air Force is the one service branch without Warrant Officers, and some are calling for them; here's why that's a mistake.

Fascinating read by a distinguished career intelligence officer. I must admit, this book challenged some of my expectations. Despite...

We hear all the time about the need to be proactive, but let's analyze how being reactive wins conflicts. Many in both the military and...

It's an aspiration, not an end state. Like all services, the U.S. Air Force has a list of core values that help guide each Airman...

If you don't know why you're doing something, your effort is in vain. Without a doubt, one of my favorite motivational speakers is...

The "Whole Airman Concept" isn't just about volunteering and education. For as long as I can recall, the U.S. Air Force has pushed...

A uniform is a symbol that represents your organization and affords legal authority and accountability. Anyone following the news...

As a senior enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, I have three expectations of officers. A senior non-commissioned officer - or SNCO - a wide...

It starts with recognizing that war is a family business. Back in 2015, I was attending the U.S. Air Force's Mathies Non-Commissioned...