Located a short drive from Denver, and on the doorstep of the CO mountains, Golden is a quaint city with a vibrant downtown and easy access to excellent hiking and other nature activities. Perfect Weekend in Golden, CO Day 1- Arrival from Denver or Elsewhere. Depending on when your hotel allows check-in, there are a […]
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Some leaders feel forced to exaggerate to appear relatable. In other circumstances, leaders are relatable enough but don’t feel they can be honest because that leads to vulnerability. An honest leader is relatable; a vulnerable leader is not weak. Leaders have to have built the credibility that allows them to be vulnerable when times call
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May 7, 2020: As the pandemic marched relentlessly onward, the inevitable happened. The media, because humans are flawed creatures, began to diverge and spread divergent messages. Society was fracturing from being united against disease. Medical and social differences in opinion were, fueled by misinformation and entrenched positions, transforming into schisms. Differences are healthy and essential
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May 1, 2020: Six weeks into the pandemic and we’re still discovering how lock downs affect everyday life. It seemed that society was in such disarray, dealing with covid unrest while trying to maintain some semblance of normalcy, it was becoming numb and fatigued. Many thought the curve would have been flattened at this point.
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April 24, 2020: As the pandemic ground on people were starting to show the signs of many different stressors. From online schooling, to scarcity in the supermarket, to being told to wear a mask and limit contact, everyone was feeling stressed. Some folks were better equipped to handle the pandemic. Others were certainly not. By
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April 17, 2020: A month into the pandemic and it was clear everyone was suffering. As a leader, how do you connect with your crew, share common experiences, to let them know you’re impacted, too. And without being pessimistic. Being relatable builds credibility which is instrumental when navigating challenging situations. Being in command is the
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April 10, 2020: A few weeks into the pandemic and we were just learning how disruptive this event was going to be. And, unlike the many hurricanes we have weathered, there didn’t seem to be a known end in sight. As the shelves of toilet paper, bottled water, and other staples sat empty, it became
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April 3, 2020: Having quickly transitioned most support and logistic functions to remote work, the IT infrastructure was quickly strained to its breaking point (and beyond). Ensuring members had access to current (and accurate) information was important. Also important was to connect on a personal level. Being in command is the most challenging and rewarding
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March 27, 2020: While the initial pandemic response was fast-paced, there remained a need for steady and even leadership. Consistent communication was key. Also key was affirming that, while much had been and would continue to be disrupted, we needed to find consistency in our daily lives. Being in command is the most challenging and
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March 20, 2020: In the pandemic’s initial few weeks there was little information and less direction. As frontline leaders we adapted quickly to preserve unit health and readiness. Being in command is the most challenging and rewarding tour of a military career. My last US Coast Guard tour was as both Commander, Sector Columbia River
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