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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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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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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With Steve Simon ’77, Highlighting What Makes the Academy Great!
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Chief Master Sgt (Ret) Jeffrey J. Trottier served as the Command Chief of the 109th Airlift Wing, Stratton Air National Guard Base Scotia, New York. Stratton is home to the ski-equipped LC-130H cargo plane whose primary mission is to support National Science Foundation directed operations in the Arctic and Antarctica polar regions. As the 11th Seni…
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Leaders and Futures LIVE! with author, Stephen Sunstrom PART 2
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Periodically, we do a LIVE version of our show, which we did on 8 August. We invited author and CEO, Stephen Sontsrom, to join us to discuss the tenets of his book, Leadership in Two Steps. Focusing on his book but opening up to other topics, here's PART 2 of that discussion.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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In the “old” days, (the fifties, sixties and early seventies), Army and Navy were afraid to play the Falcons in Colorado – something about the altitude. ----more---- Games were played in New York City, Chicago, Washington D.C, and Baltimore, among other places, but not until 1966 did Navy venture out here, followed by Army the following year. Neith…
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Having discussed the first lesson in Chief's book, The College Freshman's Beyond Survival Guide, which is Have Fun!, Ms Dava and Chief discuss the next lesson, which is, Learn Something! What SHOULD you learn your first year of college and beyond? And how does that happen? Listen in and you may learn the answers.…
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Originally from Bellevue, Nebraska, MSgt Faith Donavon has served in the USAF for over 18 years in Services career field. She has worked as a DFAC Manager, Fitness Center NCOIC, Mortuary Affairs Dress and Restoration Section Lead, as well as a General's Enlisted Aide and Unit Deployment Manager. Her functional expertise is why she now works as the …
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Leaders and Futures LIVE! with author, Stephen Sunstrom PART 1
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Periodically, we do a LIVE version of our show, which we did on 8 August. We invited author and CEO, Stephen Sontsrom, to join us to discuss the tenets of his book, Leadership in Two Steps. Focusing on his book but opening up to other topics, here's the first part of that discussion.By Dr. Jose LugoSantiago and Ret. Chief Bob Vasquez
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The Air Force Academy’s Falcon Stadium has played host to countless significant events since its opening in 1962. The first event was, appropriately, a football game. ----more---- Cadet and later four-star general John Lorber, Class of ’64, scored the first touchdown in the 34-0 win over in-state rival Colorado State. Navy first played here in 1966…
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Ms Dava and Chief discuss the first tenet of his book, The College Freshman BEYOND Survival Guide, Have FUN! But what is that, anyway? What does FUN mean? How do you ensure that having fun is an effective way to create Leaders of Character? Listen closely....By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Chief and Dr Lugo cuss and discuss the idea and the TRUTH about motivation. Dr Lugo even makes up a word! He’s a PhD. He can do that, evidently! Is motivation extrinsic or Intrinsic? Can leaders really motivate others, even themselves? Or do they merely inspire others to motivate themselves? So many questions…. Listen for answers….…
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Things you Might not Know About Jimmy Doolittle - A Heritage Minute Special
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In this Heritage Minute Special, Col. (Ret.) John Abbatiello, PhD., author and historian, talks with host, Steve Simon ’77 about his work deep researching and studying the life and times of WWII pilot, Jim Doolittle. ----more---- Most commonly known for leading his “Raiders” into battle during WWII, Gen. Jimmy Doolittle’s life and work extended far…
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Falcon Stadium - Home of the Fighting Falcons
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Falcon Stadium, home of the Air Force Fighting Falcons, has a rich history. Plans for the facility date back to 1955, the year the first cadets reported to the Academy’s temporary home at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver. ----more---- Rather than build the stadium near the Cadet Area, designers chose a natural bowl approximately two miles southeast o…
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It's the time of year when many youngsters are preparing for the next chapter in their lives, college! Ms Dava and Chief begin a series of discussions based on his and his daughter's book, The College Freshman BEYOND Survival Guide, that will help empower a future Leader of Character as they embark on a new adventure.…
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Dr Lugo and Chief have an AMAZING discussion on empowerment; what it means, how you do it, IF you do it, and other topics. They practice the lesson they learned from Dr Stephen Covey to agree to disagree agreeably. You may find that your idea of empowerment isn't the same as either Dr Lugo's or Chief's.…
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USAFA's Spaces for Buddhists and Other Faiths
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The Cadet Chapel and surrounding areas provide worship spaces to accommodate virtually every cadet interest. ----more---- The Buddhist Chapel, known as the Vast Refuge Dharma Hall, was dedicated on 29 October 2007. It is located in the downstairs area, just to the north of the Jewish Chapel. The chapel was the gift of the Frederick P. Lenz Foundati…
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Who’s responsible for creating the culture of an organization? Could it be the leader? How does he/she do so? Could it be by modeling behavior that the leader wants to develop and perpetuate? What, exactly, or almost exactly are those behaviors that an effective leader models? So many questions. So many perspectives. At least two….…
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The Jewish Chapel shares the downstairs area of the Cadet Chapel with the Catholic and Buddhist worship spaces. ----more---- The architecture is a circle within a square, symbolizing a tent, and paying tribute to the global mission of the Air Force and the everlasting presence of God. Mr. Ludwig Wolpert of the New York Jewish Museum designed the ch…
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What you may not know about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs....
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Last episode, Chief left y'all and Ms Dava with a thought that he said he'd share and discuss this episode. And so here it is! Chief and Ms Dava discuss Abraham Malow's Hierarchy of Needs, particularly, the highest need. They even get into the discussion of what love means. A lot of meat in this episode.…
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Why can't we talk? Why can't we discuss important topics such as politics and religion? Why is it taboo to do so in the workplace? Is it because we don't know how to do so in a mutually respectful way? That's what Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez discuss in this episode. Their conclusion is that we can agree to disagree agreeably, something they both lear…
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Occupying the bulk of the Cadet Chapel’s lower level is the Catholic Chapel. Called Our Lady of the Skies, the space was designed to give the impression of being a grotto. ----more---- The walls are made of panels of amber glass, giving the effect of dust and dirt. The glass is set between aluminum strips that amplify the sound of the wind. The Cha…
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Dava's been reading again! And has some questions that may, or may not, stump the Chief. The book she's been reading is Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People. Believe it or not, Chief has never read the book. No excuse! He has an opinion on what Ms Dava asks relating to the book and its tenets.…
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By Chief Bob Vásquez!
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This episode is part 2 of the Leaders & Futures LIVE podcast that aired on June 26, 2024. Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez host Hope Skibitscky, Gwen Price, and Mark Holum as they discuss the process for developing resilience among team members as well as the Resilience Building Leader Program (RBLP) which is now a part of the Institute for Leadership and…
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The Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel stands alone as the only chapel at a service academy that accommodates all faith groups under one roof. ----more---- Upstairs, under the pinnacled ceiling that soars 99 feet overhead, you will find the Protestant Chapel. The stunning sanctuary featured walls – actually it is all ceiling – made of tetrahedron-shape…
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Chief Master SGT. (Ret.) Bob Vasquez - A Heritage Minute Special
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Chief Master Sgt. (Ret.) Bob Vasquez has a deep history serving the Long Blue Line, including at the Air Force Academy. ----more---- In this edition of the Heritage Minute Special with host Lt. Col. (Ret.) Steve Simon ‘77, the two longtime friends and colleagues sit down to talk about leadership, Vasquez’s military career and his recent recognition…
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Dr Lugo and Chief Vásquez hosted Hope Skibitsky, Gwen Price, and Mark Holum, experts in the Resilience Building Leader Program which is now a part of the Institute for Leadership and Foresight, to discuss how to build resilient teams. They touch on such topics as what is resiliency, how it's developed and maintained, and how to help team members em…
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The Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel soars 150 feet into the thin Colorado air. Its 17 spires evoke the mountains that form its backdrop, jets flying in formation, and raised sabres. ----more---- After winning a spirited national competition to earn the right to design the Air Force Academy, the Chicago-based firm Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill put 34…
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Is there a difference between discipline and punishment? Are you a Leader of Character? Do you know the difference? Ms Dava and Chief share some thoughts, experiences, and events that describe the difference between the two terms. BTW, there IS a difference!By Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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The POW Memorial - Remembering USAFA's Prisoners of War
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The Association of Graduates’ Heritage Trail includes the POW Memorial Sculpture. Located at the entrance of the Southeast Asia Memorial Pavilion, it contains the names of the 33 Academy graduates who were prisoners of war in Vietnam. ----more---- It also lists the dates of their captivity and, if applicable, release. Unfortunately, two graduates d…
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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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The Southeast Asia Memorial Pavilion - A Most Commanding Edifice
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The largest and most commanding structure on the Heritage Trail is the Southeast Asia Memorial Pavilion. A gift of the Class of ‘70, it was dedicated on October first, 2010, during the class’s 40-year reunion. ----more---- The facility pays homage to Air Force Academy graduates who served and sacrificed during the Southeast Asia conflict. Plaques l…
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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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The Pegasus Statue - The Story Behind this Special Gift
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In the traffic circle outside Doolittle Hall, the Air Force Academy alumni headquarters, is a remarkable sculpture of Pegasus. ----more---- This winged horse, a gift from the Italian government, has been on the Academy grounds since before our first class graduated. The Pegasus statue is a replica of one displayed at the Italian Air War College in …
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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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Distinguished Graduate Pedestals - Commemorating USAFA Grads of Distinction
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An important part of the Association of Graduates’ commitment to heritage is recognizing and honoring the Academy’s most outstanding graduates. ----more---- While every graduate contributes in his or her own way, some are worthy of special recognition. The AOG’s Heritage Trail contains pedestals dedicated to the Distinguished Graduate Award recipie…
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45 Years Serving the Long Blue Line - A Heritage Minute Special
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In the waning days of his 45-year career serving and supporting the Long Blue Line, Maj. (Ret.) Tom Kroboth was inducted as an honorary member of the Association of Graduates during a Dec. 5, 2023 ceremony.----more---- Reprinted from the March 2024 issue of Checkpoints Magazine Written by Jeff Holmquist “This is certainly long overdue,” Brig. Gen. …
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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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The Challenge Bridge - "To Each Incoming Cadet..."
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A key feature of the Heritage Trail at Doolittle Hall is the Challenge Bridge. The bridge was commissioned by the Academy’s first graduating class, the Class of ’59, and their surrogate upperclassmen, the Air Training Officers. ----more---- It was dedicated on June 17th, 2004, when members of the class were at the Academy for their 45-year reunion.…
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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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