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From Naval Aviation to Business Navigation: A Veteran's Perspective Today, as we honor veterans, I reflect on how my many years as a Navy helicopter pilot and Commander shaped my approach to business leadership. The most powerful lesson? Leadership isn't about controlling every aspect of the mission - it's about equipping your team with the skills, confidence, and clarity to execute effectively, even in turbulent conditions. In the Navy, I commanded a squadron of 500 people and 17 aircraft, producing an average of 200 qualified students annually. Each day was a lesson in: 🚁 Trust - in your team and their capabilities 🚁 Precision - in communication and execution 🚁 Resilience - in facing challenges head-on 🚁 Vision - in seeing the bigger picture from above Now, as the Aerial Advisor, I help business owners apply these same principles to elevate their operations and achieve their missions. To my fellow veterans: Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and the leadership lessons you continue to share. To business owners: Your business might not be a military operation, but the principles of clear communication, strategic thinking, and team empowerment remain the same. What leadership lessons have you learned from the veterans in your life? Please celebrate the veterans in your life. #VeteransDay #Leadership #NavalAviation #AerialAdvisor

Guy Gibson: A Timeless Lesson in the Essence of True Leadership. Leadership is about more than experience—it's about vision, courage, and the ability to inspire others to achieve the extraordinary. Wing Commander Guy Gibson exemplified these traits in a way that continues to resonate today. At just 24 years old, Gibson led the legendary Dambusters raid in 1943, one of the most daring missions in military history. As the leader of 617 Squadron, he was tasked with breaching the Ruhr dams, a mission that demanded not only precise execution but also immense bravery. For his exceptional leadership, Gibson was awarded the Victoria Cross, adding to an already distinguished record with multiple Distinguished Service Orders and Distinguished Flying Crosses. Before the Dambusters, Gibson had already demonstrated remarkable leadership in Bomber Command, completing over 170 missions and contributing significantly to the Allied war effort. His ability to lead under extreme pressure, maintain morale, and achieve success in the face of overwhelming odds makes his story a timeless example of leadership. Today, we often talk about leadership in terms of innovation, empathy, and adaptability. While the world has changed, the essence of leadership remains the same. Gibson’s achievements remind us that leadership is not defined by age or experience, but by the ability to inspire, take risks, and lead others to success.

From Naval Aviation to Business Navigation: A Veteran's Perspective Today, as we honor veterans, I reflect on how my many years as a Navy helicopter pilot and Commander shaped my approach to business leadership. The most powerful lesson? Leadership isn't about controlling every aspect of the mission - it's about equipping your team with the skills, confidence, and clarity to execute effectively, even in turbulent conditions. In the Navy, I commanded a squadron of 500 people and 17 aircraft, producing an average of 200 qualified students annually. Each day was a lesson in: 🚁 Trust - in your team and their capabilities 🚁 Precision - in communication and execution 🚁 Resilience - in facing challenges head-on 🚁 Vision - in seeing the bigger picture from above Now, as the Aerial Advisor, I help business owners apply these same principles to elevate their operations and achieve their missions. To my fellow veterans: Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and the leadership lessons you continue to share. To business owners: Your business might not be a military operation, but the principles of clear communication, strategic thinking, and team empowerment remain the same. What leadership lessons have you learned from the veterans in your life? Please celebrate the veterans in your life. #VeteransDay #Leadership #NavalAviation #AerialAdvisor

Happy Thursday, Teammates! Question: What unexpected encounters in your life have turned into great connecting moments? Earlier this week, my Wing’s leadership team hosted an offsite and brought in Lt Col (Retired) Kylene Ruth, a fellow aircraft maintenance officer ✈️🛠️, to teach us about ourselves and how to better communicate as a team. I was excited to see someone that I looked up to while she was on active duty, but even more excited from the results of the training. Without a doubt, it was the best professional development training I’ve attended. There was a 40 page report generated specifically about me and my strengths, areas to improve, and how who I am as a person can best integrate with our team. I plan to carry forward what I learned this week and find ways to teach my team. This training makes better humans. Kylene, thanks for making my week and I’m excited as our previous work relationship can now turn into mentorship and friendship. Here’s a photo of Kylene and I at “THE HOME OF HERK NATION”…a building she worked in as a First Lieutenant, which is a place that I am now responsible for as a Squadron Commander. Back to you, LinkedIn network! Question: What unexpected encounters in your life have turned into great connecting moments? #attitudeofgratitude #leadership #insights

Weekly Leadership Quote (US Veteran's Day edition): The first and most important choice a leader makes is the choice to serve, without which one’s capacity to lead is severely limited. -Robert Greenleaf My Take: Ask yourself why you want to be a leader. Who do you serve? Why do you want to serve? If it's because you believe in the greater goal, and you are willing to serve those that share the goal, then you might just be the leader they need. As countless Americans Marines, soldiers, airmen, sailors, and coast guardsmen have done for 248 years, you serve because you believe in the cause, and you believe in the person next to you. Keep leading.

This is now getting old, and I have read/listened to it a few times as it is so good!!! Jocko has written many books now, but this is still by far my favourite... In Extreme Ownership, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin share hard-hitting, Navy SEAL combat stories that translate into lessons for business and life. With riveting first-hand accounts of making high-pressure decisions as Navy SEAL battlefield leaders, this book is equally gripping for leaders who seek to dominate other arenas. Jocko and Leif served together in SEAL Task Unit Bruiser, the most highly decorated Special Operations unit from the war in Iraq. Their efforts contributed to the historic triumph for U.S. forces in Ramadi. Through those difficult months of sustained combat, Jocko, Leif and their SEAL brothers learned that leadership--at every level--is the most important thing on the battlefield. They started Echelon Front to teach these same leadership principles to companies across industries throughout the business world that want to build their own high-performance, winning teams. https://lnkd.in/gh2jic-F

Start Your Day with a Win In the military, the first task of the day is simple: make your bed. No matter if you’re a Soldier, Marine, Airman, or Seaman, you never leave your barracks without this one thing done. It’s not just about neatness. It’s about discipline, pride, and building momentum. Admiral William H. McRaven once said: “If you want to change the world, start by making your bed.” Why? Because it sets the tone. It’s a reminder that even the smallest tasks matter. And when you accomplish one thing, no matter how small, you’re primed to tackle bigger challenges. So, what’s your “bed” today? What’s that small action you can take right now to build momentum for the rest of your day? Start small. Stay consistent. Stack your wins. 👉 Let’s talk—what’s your first “win” today? Drop it in the comments below. ♻️ Follow Justin Pugh for more tips, insights, and advice to start your day! #B2BSales #Leadership #SmallWins #SalesLeadership #Techsales

🪞Mirrored Doors and Military Duty 🪞 Have you ever stood in front of mirrored door and caught a reflection you weren’t ready for.... It makes you pause and think...Am I looking in the mirror as I lead the way forward? 🚀💭 Military training sometimes feels the same way. Every mission, every challenge reflects who we are—our strengths 💪, fears 😟, and room for growth 🌱. Sometimes, we like what we see. Sometimes we're caught off guard, or even startled. Other times, it’s a call to do better. Here’s to those moments of reflection, big or small. ✨ They shape us into better leaders and humans every single day. 🌟🙌 #SelfReflection #MilitaryLife #Leadership 💡🛡️

Eight years after retiring from the Navy, there's still the occasional urge to don the Chief’s hat and command the way forward. Yet, in civilian life, embracing servant leadership becomes key—focusing on empathy and support. By integrating Gemba, staying present at the source, gaining firsthand understanding, and valuing on-the-ground insights become essential. This balanced approach allows for leading by example, mentoring effectively, and adapting to diverse perspectives, acknowledging that not everyone shares the military experience. -Mr. Gemba #Gemba #LeanSixSigma #Motivation #Inspiration

At only 24 years old, Adam Ramos led 183 soldiers in combat as a Company Executive Officer and Engineer in the US Army. That statement alone underscores the unique value of combat veterans. Leadership is ingrained in us - how we think, feel, act. It’s part of why we served. It’s part of who we are after service. A fellow United States Military Academy at West Point grad and a part of the Class of 2008, Adam Ramos is now a leader in the Utility Engineering and Construction industry. I had the great opportunity to chat with Adam this week. We discussed our shared passion for leadership and culture building. Some takeaways: ↳   Many parallels between field personnel challenges across industries ↳   Building culture takes dedicated effort from the “home office” ↳   Becoming a great teammate is fundamental to leading ↳   When 1 of us wins, we all win I absolutely love talking with fellow veterans and West Point grads! With the West Point Class of 2004 20th Reunion coming up soon, I am so proud of this military network. Not yet connected with Adam Ramos? Send him an invite now - he’s someone to know. -------------------------------------- 🚀 Need some help tapping into your leadership potential? DM me and let’s chat! #empowerment #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #coachingandmentoring