Category Archives: Information

Train as You Fight

[July 3, 2021] A military study was conducted by the Israeli Army back in the early 1980s.  Military leaders wanted to improve their ability to succeed on the battlefield.  After reviewing new technologies and supply systems, the most significant improvement was found in better training of its soldiers.  They learned an old lesson – train as you fight.… Read More »

No Saluting in the Field

[July 2, 2021]  The military salute is a sign of respect and recognition of another military member.1 On the flip side, we know that warfare is complex and all about defeating an enemy.  We also know the advantage of killing leaders.  Such an act can create chaos.  Therefore, we regularly discourage saluting in combat environments.  It was standard… Read More »

Signing Off for a Few Days

By | June 15, 2021

[June 15, 2021]  I’ve written articles every day for almost eight years and enjoyed every moment of doing so.  But with a pile of grandkids coming to my home for a week, I’m signing off for a few of those days.  I’ll be back with an attitude to drive home the point that leadership is sorely needed in… Read More »