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Thank you, Divergent and Czinger Vehicles veterans, for your service. Yesterday, November 10th, was the birthay of the United States Marine Corps. It reminded me of my service as an enlisted infantry rifleman in the Marine Corps Reserves. I will never forget my Senior Drill Instructor, (then) Staff Sergeant Robert Romero, at Parris Island. The lessons I learned there left an indelible mark on the rest of my life. The 11 USMC leadership principles include: 1.Know yourself and seek self-improvement. 2.Be technically and tactically proficient. 3.Know your people and look out for their welfare. 4.Keep your personnel informed. 5.Set the example. 6.Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished. 7.Train your Marines (and Sailors) as a team. 8.Make sound and timely decisions. 9.Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates. 10.Employ your command within its capabilities. 11.Seek responsibilities and take responsibility. Marines exist by a set of enduring core values and standards that create the bedrock of personal character. Semper Fi

One of the best ways to boost visibility and build genuine connections? Tie your messaging to moments that matter. For Central Components, Veterans Day is a chance to show not only their gratitude but also their commitment to supporting industries that make a difference – like Defense. This kind of timely, relevant post doesn’t just recognize an important holiday; it reinforces Central Components’ values and expertise in a sector where reliability is key. Lesson: don’t just post to post – share something meaningful that aligns with your brand and what your clients care about. Always remember: relevant content is what gets noticed. 👀 #MarketingInsights #DefenseIndustry #VeteransDay #CentralComponents

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Great article on Weatherhaven in this quarters magazine 👍

This Veterans Day, Honor Veterans by Supporting the Free Flow of Information To improve as an individual, team, or nation, the sharing of multiple perspectives to understand what happened, is far more important than the attitudes and beliefs about what should happen. In fighter aviation, we called this “recall”, the ability to recount what happened. Why? Because in complex environments, no one person has complete situational awareness. To be clear, the key to learning in any organization is leveraging the cognitively diverse recall of each individual in the group, rather than a diversity of wishful opinions. In this 165-second video, three veterans – two former fighter pilots and a Navy SEAL – share their firsthand perspectives on what unfolded within the U.S. Military regarding certain mandates. Their insights underscore the importance of reflection and accountability, urging CJCS General CQ Brown, Jr. to apply the lessons he learned in the cockpit to strengthen our military's future. You have a choice: You can be somebody or you can do something. Today, Mark McGrath and I are more motivated than ever to be part of a community of veteran podcasters who are truly making a difference. Shawn Ryan Matthew “Whiz" Buckley Bradley Geary #OODA #debrief

Hooray...now we can miss with more expensive ammo.... It always, always, always comes down to real world shot placement against someone whose usually moving / maneuvering to try and kill you. Terminal Ballistic Effects don't mean much if we can't consistently hit bad guys and their friends at ever-changing and shifting tactical / doctrinal ranges in the heat of actual combat, while wearing the applicable PPE, and functioning within the constraints / restraints of the current METT-T realities. (To say nothing of the various leaders' added responsibilities of controlling internal / external fires ISO helping set the conditions for small unit movement.) The last time I checked, we don't train the force to be ready in case a known-distance course of fire or a blob of ballistic gelatin breaks out..

Beards in the military - now including the Army. You think allowing beards will somehow make our military less effective? That's absurd! What does facial hair have to do with being able to accomplish the mission and defeat the enemy? Absolutely nothing! It's a baseless argument based on outdated traditions rather than actual evidence. Look at the elite special forces units around the world - many of them permit beards and they are some of the most effective and lethal fighting forces. The Navy SEALs, the British SAS, Russian Spetsnaz - you think they're anything less than terrifyingly capable just because they have facial hair? Of course not. Moustaches, beards, goatees - they don't hamper the ability to operate machinery, fire weapons accurately, obey orders, or endure hardship. All they do is give the individual soldier a way to express themselves within reasonable grooming standards. Unless you can provide data that definitively shows allowing beards reduces operational readiness and combat performance, this argument is nothing more than an appeal to an arbitrary tradition. Let's make decisions based on facts and effectiveness - not irrational prejudice against facial hair. That's just plain silly in the 21st century military.

On our latest installment of, "Voices from the Field," Ben Waterloo writes about life in the military. https://lnkd.in/ezCv2sM5

Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. We often hear inspiring stories like that of AF Tech Sgt. John Chapman, whose heroic actions serve as a testament to the qualities inherent in veterans. I had the privilege of working alongside a veteran from the 10th Mountain Division, whose bravery earned him a medal. Reflecting on his experiences, he vividly recalls the perilous situations they faced and the morale-boosting sight of US air support overhead. Stories like these underscore the invaluable contribution veterans can make to your organization. In times of adversity, veterans demonstrate unwavering dedication and selflessness. John Chapman's actions weren't driven by personal gain or recognition but by a profound sense of duty to his comrades. Imagine having someone of such caliber within your organization—someone who prioritizes loyalty and teamwork, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration. The qualities exhibited on the battlefield seamlessly transition to the workplace. Veterans bring a unique blend of leadership, resilience, and adaptability—qualities essential for navigating today's economic landscape. Hiring a veteran isn't just about fulfilling a need; it's about tapping into a wealth of skills and experiences that can drive your organization's success. As we honor the sacrifices of John Chapman, let's also acknowledge the family he left behind. Their unwavering support and sacrifices deserve recognition too.

What a great picture to capture the heart of a courageous warrior. I'm struck by John Chapman's subtle smile and peaceful resolve. This picture reminds me that we in the military can often mistake being tough with being hard. Hardness is easy. It's cold, impersonal, invulnerable and results in disconnectedness. We're tempted to justify hardness when the mission or task is difficult, or when we may or may not necessarily agree with the desired outcome. Put on the blinders, separate the heart from the action, do the task, live for another day. Toughness is connection based (both connected to self and/or a team) and requires selflessness and discipline. Tough, courageous warriors have tenacity, grit, determination, professionalism and most importantly: HUMILITY. I've known plenty of tough people with gentle hearts. Toughness leaves room for the heart to stay connected to your hands and mind. TSgt John Chapman's tenacity, grit and professionalism were on display at the top of Takur Ghar, but his humility, heart and selfless desire to serve brought him to the top of that mountain. I'm not sure you can capture the heart of a tough and selfless warrior any better than this photo of him humbly and gently holding an Afghan baby.