19 Jan 2007

AFSO21 - You May Have Heard ...

Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century - or AFSO21 - is an initiative being introduced to the Air Force. Many of you have likely heard the term, and some of you may even be familiar with the AFSO21 initiative. For those of you who aren't aware of AFSO21, this article will give you a brief introduction to one of the Air Force's newest

5 Dec 2006

Leadership: Vision and environment

Much is said today about a leader's obligation to set the vision for an organization. That sometimes difficult task is crucial to the success of any organization, be it large or small. Setting the vision, however, is just one part of the equation. The leader must also provide an environment that allows the organization to meet that vision. Farmers

4 Dec 2006

Education? More than worth it

It's been a long, cold day. You are tired, and on top of that you have class tonight. Will that piece of paper be worth it? Yes! For many people, the number one reason for joining the military has always been education. The Air Force offers unmatched educational support which, if taken advantage of, can provide Airmen a solid foundation for future

24 Jul 2006

Respect, loyalty key leader ingredients

Respect and loyalty - most pursue them, some earn and gain them by chance, while successful leaders give and receive them one person and one issue at a time. These two traits are fundamental concepts of leadership that often occur without a lot of deliberate action. These two concepts, however, can have significant impact on both mission success