One of the most resonating things that was ever said to me was told to me by a friend who was happy I got a promotion.  I doubt he realized the weight those words would have on a young idealistic man.  It was in that moment that I realized that […]

That’s an old saying in the military.  In a nutshell it means be prepared.  You have to objectively think about what the mission needs, possible obstacles, consumable items you can run out of, risks to equipment or personnel.  You going camping?  Might need a tent, might need a sleeping bag, […]

We are all put on this planet for a reason.  Whatever grand scheme or design you think your a part of find your place in it.  No matter what you’re doing job, task, or endeavor you have to find what drives you. I am a humble man and don’t believe […]

The greatest thing you can do is guide others to success. Let them share in the bounty of the lessons you have learned from your mistakes.  You can set people up for success and get them farther in life than you were at that age or take the fallen and […]

Think back on every teacher, coach, mentor, boss, or instructor you’ve ever had.  They all had a lesson to teach you a skill you could learn.  Some have taught you things that don’t work and that’s just as valuable.  Find their lessons and piecemeal a cocktail of indomitable will.  Look […]