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May 10, 2019
E-cigarettes: What Does the Science Say?

An increase in e-cigarette popularity is also observed in active duty populations. In the Air Force, e-cigarette use increased from 4.3 percent in 2017 to 5.4 percent in 2018. Kirtland is no exception to this trend with a 4.6 percent use in 2017 increased to 6.7 percent use in 2018. Some squadrons
April 10, 2019
AMC commander: unleash Airman innovation

I have had the privilege of working for the men and women of Air Mobility Command for 7 months now. I quickly came to appreciate the incredible capacity of this exceptionally talented force – the force necessary to ensure we continue achieving mobility objectives in any environment.Before I took
March 28, 2019
Chief Kelly: It Was an Honor to Serve With You

Early in April at March Air Reserve Base, California, I will have the opportunity to wish a fond farewell to Chief Master Sgt. Ericka Kelly, Air Force Reserve’s senior enlisted advisor and Air Force Reserve Command’s command chief master sergeant.
March 26, 2019
What I learned about leadership

“Leadership is a gift. It’s given by those who follow. You have to be worthy of it.” – General Mark Welsh.
March 19, 2019
You have control of your life, career

Own what you can control. This is the single most important thing to glean from all that follows
March 7, 2019
“Opportunity” doesn’t call ahead, make sure you have a plan

When opportunity knocks, it usually doesn’t call ahead of time to schedule an appointment. At least it never did for me.For me, the opportunities came suddenly and out of nowhere. Whether it was making the transition from active duty to the Air Force Reserve, landing a position at Air Force Reserve
Feb. 5, 2019
It’s Been an Amazing Journey

As I reflect on my career and prepare for retirement from my beloved Air Force Reserve, I am so thankful for having had the opportunity to serve my country and I am so excited to see what all of you will do in the future.In my journey, I have laughed, cried and sang. My two amazing sons were born. I
Jan. 31, 2019
The evolution of U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity program and the role of the Air Force

During the spring of 1963, the world watched as demonstrators, particularly in deep southern states in the U.S., were beaten, attacked by police dogs, sprayed with high-pressure water hoses, and then arrested and jailed. The sight of this kind of brutality against peaceful demonstrators, including
Jan. 14, 2019
Developing resilient leaders

Lt. Gen. Richard Scobee, Chief of Air Force Reserve and Commander, Air Force Reserve Command, recently outlined his vision, mission, and priorities for Reserve Citizen Airmen. One of which was to develop resilient leaders.What does that mean? Develop resilient leaders…in my 33 and counting years in
Jan. 4, 2019
Set Goals, Not Resolutions in 2019!

Every year, we set resolutions for the new year – the most popular resolutions include losing weight, paying off debt, saving money, exercising more, and quitting smoking. While we select these resolutions with the best of intentions, most New Year’s resolutions are forgotten and left to the wayside

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