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Alfa Mike Foxtrot: A Farewell to Brotherhood “Alfa Mike Foxtrot” – a phrase that echoes through the ranks, a blunt, no-nonsense way to say goodbye. In military life, goodbyes are more than just words; they’re a transition, a shift from one world to another. When it’s time to take that final step out of uniform and into civilian life, “Alfa Mike Foxtrot” captures the grit, camaraderie, and respect shared among those who served. It’s not just an exit but a bond expressed in the only way we know—raw and real. The military isn’t just a career; it’s a brotherhood. We’ve sweated through training, stood together through endless drills, and faced uncertainty as a team. That shared experience builds connections that last beyond duty stations and deployments. As we head into civilian life, we carry the spirit of that brotherhood with us. Though the uniform comes off, the bond remains.

Those learned and shared lessons can take you anywhere!

Yesterday, I had the unexpected pleasure of running into George Cassels at World Wide Technology ‘s Global Headquarters. We were both there for meetings, and it had been years since I last saw him in person. The genuine joy I felt just from seeing him for a brief moment speaks volumes about a few things: 1. The power of true friendship. 2. The lifelong camaraderie we build in the military. 3. The unique bond we share as US Army Signal Warrant Officers. 4. The joy that comes from sincerely rooting for others to succeed. When George and I first met, he was a Network Technician in the 82nd Airborne Division, and I held the same role in the 1st Cavalry Division. There was no competition, despite what our bosses might have said about who had the “better” Warrant Officer. Instead, we learned from one another and built a strong connection. Today, George is with Hewlett Packard Enterprise and I’m at Inspired Solutions and the best part is—we both genuinely want to see each other succeed. This serves as a simple reminder: life is richer when you build meaningful friendships and take time to celebrate each other's victories. #FriendshipGoals #MilitaryCamaraderie #SignalStrong #LifelongBonds #USArmyVeteran #LeadershipLessons #CelebrateSuccess #SupportEachOther #NetworkingMatters #BetterTogether #BeInspired #TheGraceLife

Thank you to Navy Federal Credit Union CEO, Dietrich Kuhlmann, for sharing his valuable insights on transitioning from military service and the defense industry to finding your passion. Mr. Kuhlmann left us with a powerful message: understand your value, and don’t discredit your military experience. Education serves as the engine and bridge to a successful transition, and your first job post-service may not be your last—find what works for you. He also shared five keys to finding the right fit: 1. Identify your passion and align it with the industry or company you’re pursuing. 2. Seek fulfillment in your work. 3. Ensure you have opportunities for growth within the sector or organization. 4. Location is crucial—don’t overlook its importance for both you and your family. 5. Compensation: Know your worth and earn it. Thank you, Mr. Kuhlmann and the William & Mary – Raymond A. Mason School of Business.

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A very insightful and powerful AllegiantVets session today with Greg Monroe, Lori Norris, and Mary Polanco, MSSL!

Follow on though: a room full of people were either silent or silenced when asked if this design was a bad idea. It's easy to blame the one who makes a bad call. It's much harder to identify and weed out the 'yes-men/company men' who go along with bad decisions. Leadership, at ANY level, is about accountability. Ownership. Speaking the truth. Until the culture that produces a room full of silent accomplices is fixed nothing will change, and you can't fix a company by simply firing it's executive leadership. Bad behavior in a General were taught as a Cadet, reenforced as a Captain, rewarded as a Colonel, and required to move beyond.

This is how to hold an audience on the edge of their seats..

To understand the rank of Fleet Admiral, one needs to consider the context of World War II. The United States was working alongside Allies who had higher ranks like Field Marshals and Fleet Admirals, which were superior to American ranks. To ensure American senior officers were not outranked, the United States established the ranks of Fleet Admiral and General of the Army, both five-star ranks. In total, nine men held these ranks. For the Navy, they were Nimitz, Halsey, King, and Leahy. In the Army, the five-star generals were Arnold, Eisenhower, Marshall, MacArthur, and Bradley.

🇺🇲Greetings Fellow Professionals🇺🇲 Memorial Day Blessings To All, And To All A Powerful Day Of Gratitude, To Our (Living And Lost) Soldiers, We Give Thanks, For Their Service, Protection, Sacrifice And Continuous Determination And Commitment 🇺🇲 Marines⭐, Army⭐, Navy⭐, Air Force ⭐, National Guards⭐, Coast Guards⭐, Law Enforcement⭐, Secret Service⭐ Special Forces⭐ ⭐Security Provider Specialist⭐ ⭐Today is a day of GRATITUDE and REMEMBRANCE of all the BRAVE Men And Women who have SERVED and that continue to SERVE⭐. ⭐Soldier's have an Ironclad Mindset, a powerful mindset, one that keeps them very focused on performing simple action steps consistently, no matter what sort of “storms” life sends their way, something we can truly appreciate them for⭐. Maya Angelou said I quote ⭐"How important it is for us to recognise and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!"⭐ ⭐We, as the persevering individuals we can be or are, only allows us to stay positive and remain focused on all possibilities always securing our navigation of the challenges we face in life with grace⭐. ⭐The way we all respond to life is ninety percent greater in comparison to the ten percent of what actually happens to us in life, still by encountering defeats and triumphs we come to find out who we truly are and what we can rise from⭐. ⭐If knowing one thing about the mentality of the honorable soldiers who have experienced triumphs and defeats, is that we can understand the perseverance and continuous drive to reach their goals and improve their skills, Their performance will always be through persistent effort⭐. ⭐It is a form of purposefulness and goal-orientation for a soldier, something they know that requires long-term commitment and discipline, this is fueled by their passion and stick-to-itiveness⭐. 🙏🏼I'll end this with a BIG THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE, SECURITY AND GLOBAL PROTECTION. 🇺🇲HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY🇺🇲