Owen Graduate School Of Management

In 2021 I was an Infantry Company XO faced with the career decision that all officers go through. Should I attend Captain’s Career Course (CCC) and become a Company Commander, drop a packet to attend Special Forces selection, or turn in my release from active duty (REFRAD) and transition out… Read More

Crisis comes for us all. At some point in our lives, things will not go according to plan. Confusion, disappointment, anxiety, and other stressors can dominate the psyche, leading us down a canal of negative thoughts and poor decisions. In this situation, a crisis is born. I will share my… Read More

For the past eight years, I did not fully appreciate the significance of Veterans Day. Sure, I participated in Veteran’s Day events, spoke about the importance of reflection, and appreciated the increased volume of “thank you for your service” comments I received. But to be completely honest, Veterans Day for… Read More

In collaboration with the Graduate Leadership Institute, Bass Military Scholars, explore how different combinations of experience and authority can affect leadership strategy and team performance. Key themes addressed are listed below:Recognizing the difference between experience and authority.Identifying and leveraging informal leaders in an organization.Strategies to make an impact and… Read More

I hated routines. It seemed like a lazy and ineffective way to go through life. I preferred the idea of being mentally agile and seizing opportunities that pop up – without having to break myself loose from a physical routine or a frame of mind. As a pilot and commander… Read More

As the SCUBA diving officer and safety swimmer aboard my submarine, I was the last person topside and responsible for closing the forward hatch for the final time until our crew resurfaced weeks (or sometimes months) later. I would check the area for debris, wipe down the seal, and watch… Read More