Here are some thoughts, ideas, stories, and suggestions for becoming a PowerPact Leader from a person who has ALWAYS led, Chief Bob Vasquez!
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Dava Flowers and Chief Bob Vásquez share their thoughts on how to create leaders of character based on their very diverse experience and knowledge.
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Welcome… to Leaders and Futures! This podcast is about leading as futures emerge, are yet to be realized, or plainly…need to be reimagined. Someone has said that “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Although it’s impossible to predict the future, one thing is certain: You must lead in it! It’s time to think differently about leading. Join us!
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This podcast is based on Chief Bob Vásquez's book, So Ya Wanna Be THE Chief?! It consists of interviews with leaders who have experience in each of the twelve areas discussed in the book. Each week, Chief Vásquez and a guest will discuss additional thoughts and ideas (all belong to the interviewees themselves) that will help you empower yourself to become a better leader, a Chief! Good luck! Be GREAT! You ARE!
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What happens when you don't live up to something you said you would do? Is there a way to apologize or make amends so that both people are not offended or hurt? That's the topic that Ms Dava and Chief discuss. It's real-world stuff. And it builds character.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez have a great discussion on whether data is more important for a leader to lead effectively or whether heart is more important. The conclusion of their arguments may surprise you. They even agree on a few topics. Is there a difference? Is there a conflict?By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Leaders & Futures LIVE with Mr Jim Eselgroth PART 2!
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This episode is part 2 of our discussion with Mr Jim Eselgroth during our LIVE podcast that we did on May 30th. BTW, our next live event is scheduled for 26 June. Be on the lookout for details. In this episode, we discuss how a leader makes sense out of the data so that he/she can improve the quality of life and work of the team. Is it through the …
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Ms Dava experiences some real conflicts in her new job. The theory of conflict resolution is all well and good, but when it actually happens in life, it can be difficult to resolve because it involves real people, real-time. Chief suggests Acknowledging that WE create or are part of the conflict, choosing a Win-Win Mentality, among other methods.…
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Leaders & Futures LIVE with Mr Jim Eselgroth!
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We had another LIVE podcast last week that included Mr Jim Eselgroth, an expert in Digital Intelligence. It was enlightening and fun. This is the first half of the discussion. In these two episodes, we discussed a leader’s road to Decision Intelligence, leading Digital Transformation, and Digital Literacy. It WAS fun and certainly insightful. We kn…
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Ms Dava reports back to Chief about how the week went after attempting to accomplish hers, and her husband's, Big Rocks. Chief suggests that we all have to prioritize ourselves FIRST.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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MSgt Pete Ruiz, who is an Academy Military Trainer at the Air Force Academy and who has served as an Exec for several Command Chiefs, shares his thoughts on Acknowledging Presence, You Don't Know Everything, and Network lessons in the book.By Chief Bob Vásquez!
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Digital Transformation and Decision Intelligence
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Dr Lugo attempts to explain digital transformation and decision intelligence to Chief Vásquez as they discuss the upcoming LIVE podcast with Jim Eselgroth on 30 May at 1900 CST. Register for the podcast if you'd like to at https://lnkd.in/gsJPWkxw.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Now that Ms Dava has time to read what she wants to read, having recently graduated from the University of Texas, she's selected The One-Minute Apology, written by Kenneth Blanchard & Margret Mc Bride. Chief gives Ms Dava his perspective.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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SMSgt (First Sergeant/Retired) Nicole Brown shares her thoughts and perspectives on how effective Chiefs realize that they "don't know everything" (lesson # 2), based on her experience.By Chief Bob Vásquez!
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Chief Vásquez asks the question, "Are there different rules for people playing different roles within an organization?" And should there be different rules for different roles? How are those deconflicted so that the organization continues to grow and excel?By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Ms Dava and Chief discuss the foundations of self-help, which Chief suggests include four domains: values, purpose, vision, and influence, and how to improve them. Chief suggests that you have to begin at the beginning, by doing some self-assessment and discovery.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Every organization has to deal with conflict of some sort. Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez discuss how to resolve those conflicts. They talk about accelerated progress, the importance of storytelling and using the right words, the value of listening empathically, and being humble.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Ms Dava shares her perspective on what went on at her college, the University of Texas at Austin a few weeks ago.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Dr Lugo and Chief discuss the power of family in the workforce. But what IS family? Who defines it? What does that definition include? Maybe relating, empathy, self-awareness, social awareness, hugs?! All topics of discussion. And listen for details on the next live podcast coming up on 30 May!By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Is there a difference between creativity and innovation? What's the difference? Is one more important than the other? Do organizations support creativity or innovation, or both? So many questions. But Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez have the answers.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Chief and Ms Dava continue their discussion on the merits of formal education vs trade schools. Is one more valuable, more important, than the other? Is there a balance to be struck?By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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CMSgt Sharla Kostielney is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 341st Missile Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. She is the primary advisor to the commander on matters concerning the readiness, training, morale, health, welfare, effective utilization, and discipline for nearly 4,000 military. Malmstrom Airmen support the nation’s nuclear…
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As Ms Dava gets ready to graduate from college, Chief asks her for her perspective on the value of formal education. Is it still important? Why? Does everyone need a college degree? What's the alternative?By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass represents the highest enlisted level of leadership, and as such, provides direction for the enlisted force and represents their interests, as appropriate, to the American public and to those in all levels of government. She serves as the personal adviser to the Chief of Staff and the Secretary …
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Lesson 12 - Seek Help! with CMSgt Phillip McAlpin
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Chief Master Sergeant Philip B. McAlpin Jr., is the Senior Enlisted Leader for the 100th Civil Engineer Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Chief McAlpin serves as the commander’s principle advisor on all enlisted matters in professional development, manpower, training, and readiness. He is entrusted with ensuring 320 highly train…
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Chief and Dr Lugo reflect on General Brad Spacy's "Infrastructure for Leadership" thoughts that he presented at our recent live event. They discuss Core Values, Hard Work, Gray Areas, and Doing It.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Lesson 11 - Think Backward! with CMSgt James Pope
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Chief Master Sergeant James Pope is the acting Command Chief of the 316th Wing at Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland. In this role, he advises the commander on all enlisted matters and on issues regarding the welfare, readiness, utilization, morale, and quality of life for personnel across five wings, three headquarters, and…
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Referring to a 90's ad that stated that "The Best Never Rest," Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez discuss the importance of taking a break from our work. Whether we call it refreshing, recovering, reenergizing, refocusing, or other terms, it's important to take some time to regain our purpose.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Still discussing conflict resolution, Chief suggest a revolutionary way of thinking about the topic and how to apply different methods.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 10 - Get Out of the Way! with CMSgt Carlos Sanchez
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Chief Master Sergeant Carlos Sanchez is assigned to the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron, Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, as the Chief Enlisted Manager of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Flight. He leads 54 military and civilian Airmen in support of the Air Force’s largest fighter wing mission, consisting of F-16 and F-35 aircraft operating on the …
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Ms Dava and Chief discuss how to resolve conflicts. WAIT! Do they? Or is there a conflict between them that needs resolving?By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 9 - Gratitude is Everything! with CMSgt Rey García
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Chief Master Sergeant Reynaldo Garcia, Jr., is the Senior Enlisted Leader for the 96th Communications Squadron, 96th Test Wing, Eglin Air Force Base Florida. He leads 345 military, civilian and contract personnel performing Cyber Defense and Communications support vital to Eglin’s $4 billion weapons Research, Development, Test and Evaluation missio…
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Leaders and Futures LIVE! with Maj Gen Brad Spacy PART 2
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Last week, Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez hosted the first Leaders and Futures LIVE! podcast, on which they interviewed Major General Brad Spacy, a very experienced leader and Lugo’s former boss, that they titled Building & Leading Winning Organizations. Today’s and next week’s podcasts are what you missed out on if you weren’t able to listen in live. T…
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Lesson 8 - Build Trust! with CMSgt James Seballes
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Chief Master Sgt. James Seballes served as the Senior Enlisted Leader, Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM), temporarily located at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. STARCOM was established as a Field Command 23 August 2021. The command is responsible for preparing, developing, and delivering more than 8,600 Guardians to enable the Uni…
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Leaders and Futures LIVE! with Maj Gen Brad Spacy PART 1
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Last week, Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez hosted the first Leaders and Futures LIVE! podcast, on which they interviewed Major General Brad Spacy, a very experienced leader and Lugo’s former boss, that they titled Building & Leading Winning Organizations. Today’s and next week’s podcasts are what you missed out on if you weren’t able to listen in live. T…
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Ms Dava and Chief discuss the importance of communication in any relationship and how to improve on it.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 7 - Just say NO! with CMSgt Karmann-Monique Pogue
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Chief Master Sergeant Karmann-Monique Pogue serves as the Senior Enlisted Leader, Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM), temporarily headquartered at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. STARCOM was established as a Field Command 23 August 2021. The command is responsible for preparing, developing, and delivering more than 8,600 Guardians …
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The Character Identity Discovery Process - I AM! Part 2
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Chief and Ms Dava conclude their discussion on the Character Identity Discovery Process proposing that the measure of our identity is based on what we do and don't do.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 6 - Acknowledge Presence! with CMSgt Candi Schneider
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Chief Master Sergeant Candi R. Schneider is the United States Space Force First Sergeant, Headquarters United States Space Force, the Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia. Serves as advisor to the CMSSF, CSO, and Air Force Element Leaders on the readiness, health, wellness, morale, and quality of life of all assigned Air Force Personnel. She …
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Dr Lugo and Chief discuss the importance of having more than one leadership style in order to be effective. They discuss different styles such as Visionary, Charismatic, Inclusive, Insufficient, and Customized leadership.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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The Character Identity Discovery Process - I AM!
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Ms Dava and Chief ponder the question of whether we have multiple identities or just one with different parts.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 5 - Take care of yourself first! with CMSgt Daniel Robinson
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Chief Master Sergeant Daniel Robinson is the Senior Enlisted Leader for the 100th Mission Support Group, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom. He is the principle advisor to the commander on all enlisted matters influencing the readiness, morale, and welfare of the enlisted force spanning the full range of diversified personnel and support pr…
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Chief Vásquez shares his thoughts on his meeting with the late President Ronald Reagan and what he learned from him that made Chief a better, more effective, leader. Dr Lugo joins the discussion with his thoughts on leadership traits leaders, especially at the highest levels, must embody.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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Resilience is critical to maintaining personal and team effectiveness. Dr Lugo and Chief discuss the concept of preemptive resilience. Preparing for having to bounce back from adversity, its importance, and how to achieve it.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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The Character Identity Discovery Process - I DO! Part 2
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Ms Dava and Chief continue their discussion on the Character Identity Discovery Process, I DO!, as they touch on topics such as procrastinating, the OODA Loop, and the power of saying no.By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Lesson 4 - Mentor! with CMSgt Keith Castille
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Chief Master Sergeant Keith Castille serves as Senior Enlisted Leader, Office of the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Talent Management Cell, Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia. He delivers Department of the Air Force talent management initiatives and develops Air Force-level policy and procedures across talent management life cycles…
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What is Resilience? Is it important? For individuals or a team? What if you don't practice it? What's the next level of Resilience? What does that mean? Dr Lugo and Chief answer these and other questions in this episode.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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