Oct. 1, 2021 Innovating into the Wild Blue Yonder Every Airman, across every career field, is responsible for driving airpower. The time is now for Airmen to accelerate change and innovate within their work centers.
Dec. 10, 2019 You’re right where you need to be Most of us are always looking for the next opportunity in our careers. Are we missing the opportunities we already have?
July 10, 2018 While we wait ... I’ve become very accustomed to the feeling of uncertainty. But what does it really mean to wait? Does waiting mean your work is done and you can just relax? In my humble opinion, it’s the exact opposite.
Nov. 1, 2017 To fear, or to respect: that is the question We as Airmen are told to respect many things: the uniform, the service, our superiors, our veterans and each other. Then why, in my opinion, does it feel like there is this unsaid expectation to fear those above us?
Sept. 18, 2017 It’s what you do next For those Airmen, it’s about what they do next. The ability to bounce back and be resilient when facing adversity is one of the most important tools in every person’s life. Every successful person has been a failure for a period of their life.
Dec. 5, 2016 The Government Purchase Card Program (or how to stay out of Headline News) The government purchase card program is a commander’s tool for units to acquire mission essential goods and services. The rules are really quite simple when making purchases: document the rationale, show accountability and follow the monetary thresholds assigned. Then ask yourself, is this mission
Sept. 27, 2016 Be prepared: Know the facts about Lyme disease In North Dakota and Minnesota, one of the most serious diseases transmitted by ticks is Lyme disease.
Sept. 23, 2016 Education and the Air Force lifestyle I had the fortunate opportunity to be selected for the University of Tennessee Strategic Leadership Program and have learned advanced leadership skills among some of the finest leaders in our Air Force. I was talking to a group of Airmen recently about the program and my experience, and a comment
Sept. 16, 2016 AF COOL: Certified, Professional Airmen Here I am, a new Airman who has recently become acquainted to the surrounding area and the mission of his first base. I’m excited and honored to serve in the Air Force and anticipating the great opportunities that will arise for me to advance in my career and personal goals.One thing that was
June 17, 2016 Medics of the North prepare for the Joint Commission Survey Although many people do not know, most public and private hospitals in the U.S., including the 319th Medical Group at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, receive an external validation by the Joint Commission. This August the 319 MDG will undergo its JC accreditation, validating that its