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Hitting The Leadership Sweet Spot: Striking the Balance Between Servant-Leadership and Empowerment Through Delegation
Servant-leadership and delegation are not opposites—they’re a balance. True leaders serve their teams by removing barriers, but also empower growth by entrusting responsibility. Micromanagement kills empowerment; perfectionism kills growth. The sweet spot lies in knowing when to step in and when to step back—because leadership’s greatest impact may not be what you do, but what you empower others to achieve.

Libby Read
Oct 15 min read


Someone Is Always Watching: The Lasting Impact of Quiet Leadership
Leadership isn't always loud. In this reflection, Allie Lycan Ronske shares how small, quiet acts—like sending flowers or checking in—can shape culture, build trust, and leave a mark long after the mission ends. As a Blackhawk pilot and instructor, she shows how influence often begins not with a title, but with how we treat people every day.

Allie Ronske
Sep 154 min read


Leading Beyond Expertise: Harnessing Vulnerability to Inspire Trust and Drive Impact
Military officer Joey B. Tientcheu explores how vulnerability—far from being a weakness—is a leadership asset. By acknowledging limitations and creating psychological safety, leaders can drive innovation, build trust, and strengthen teams.

Joey Tientcheu
Sep 17 min read


Strength in Stillness: Becoming a Leader as a Lesbian Woman in the Army and Fire Service
Army veteran and firefighter Rachel Gregory-Llanes shares how embracing her identity as a lesbian woman helped her redefine leadership. From hiding under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” to leading with compassion and authenticity, Rachel's story is a powerful reminder that real strength comes from being whole—not silent.

Rachel Gregory-Llanes
Aug 155 min read


The Empty Block That Broke Me: Finding Identity Beyond Performance
As a driven leader in the military, I’ve always prided myself on achieving milestones, one after another. Promotions, assignments,...

Jeff Newsome
Jul 15 min read


Leadership Lessons from the Front Lines: A Battalion Chief's Journey
Leadership is a journey, not a destination. In "Leadership Lessons from the Front Lines," a young Battalion Chief from the Philadelphia Fire

Devon Richio
Jun 15 min read


Mentoring the Middle
Middle managers are the linchpins of organizational success, bridging strategic goals and frontline execution.

Sean Kelly
Apr 15 min read


Ripple Effects of Unseen Influence: The Power of Mentorship
It reminded me that leadership is not confined to formal titles or roles but is present in everyday interactions. The relationships we culti

Dewayne Roper
Feb 15 min read
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