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June 16, 2015
Leading with Honor Presented to Naval Academy, Coastal Brigade in Finland
Leading with Honor supporter, Terry Howlett, recently presented copies of Leading with Honor to the Naval Academy, National Defense University, and the Coastal Brigade in Finland when he spoke there. Below is a photo with special members of the USNA as well as Naval Academy Commandant, Captain Pasi Pajunen.
Special thanks to Terry for sharing Lee’s message of honorable leadership!
June 15, 2015
Leadership SlideShare: 6 Leadership Ingredients for a Winning Recipe of Success in a Competitive World
Recently, Lee enjoyed a corporate dinner event with a client and heard some great words of wisdom from the CEO. Earlier in the day, he had observed that the morale and energy of the group to be unusually high—even after a long day of training classes at a conference. Hearing the executive’s perspectives and observing his attitude and relationship confirmed that he was a leader who really understands how good relationships get better results.
This brief SlideShare presentation summarizes the six leadership ingredients that comprise his recipe of success.
Please read and share your comments in this forum –
June 14, 2015
On This Day in Leadership History, June 14, 2015
On this day in leadership history in 1951, “Univac I” was unveiled. It was a computer designed for the U.S. Census Bureau and billed as the world’s first commercial computer. What challenging steps did it take to achieve launch day on a project like this one?
It was likely that the developers did not fully realize the broad impact of their achievement in our society. If you believe in an idea or project today, stick to it and see it through to completion!
Univac I – Wikipedia
June 12, 2015
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, June 12, 2015
“Before everything else, getting ready is the secret of success.” – Henry Ford
June 11, 2015
Does This Leadership Model Look Right to You?
What do you believe should be the foundation for enduring, successful leadership? Competency or Character/Integrity? Do you agree with Lee’s Leadership Engagement Model above?
Please share your thoughts and comments –
Related Link – Leading with Honor
June 10, 2015
A Special Honor and Celebration – 2015 Gathering of Eagles Program at Maxwell Air Force Base
Lee received a special honor in being selected as an “Eagle” in the Gathering of Eagles program at Maxwell Air Force Base. Over the last 30 years, notable Eagles such as “Chuck” Yeager, Neil Armstrong, George H.W. Bush, Jefferson Alexander, Elizabeth Strohfus and others have shared their stories as part of the GoE program.
Lee shared his experiences and expertise with current and future military leaders in an educational setting.
Local article tells about this year’s Gathering of Eagles Program.
Great visit with CMSgt Laura Calloway and her husband Terrance. She is the Command Chief for the 42nd ABW at Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL.
The Daedalians hosted the Eagles for breakfast and I sat with two old friends, retired colonels Lou Silvestri and Stan Phillips. So good to rejoin at Founder Flight after many years away.
With my two sponsor/escorts for Gathering of Eagles. Major David “Jekyll” Davidson on the left and Major Matt “Swat” Kenkel on the right. Swat did a great interview for the audience and Jekyll kept me on schedule. What an honor and a blast!!
Honored to be hosted by Col Bill DeMarco, Commandant of the Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell AFB AL
The Eagles have landed and it was a great honor for me to be with this group. We are missing Dr. Roscoe Brown, he came in the next morning.
Back with my old bird the F-4C Phantom and host F-16 Pilot, Maj Matt “Swat” Kenkel.
Honored to be with Famous Tuskegee Airman, Redtail flyer from WW II, Dr. Roscoe Brown.
When it was my turn on stage, Swat does a great interview, making it easy for me.
At Gathering of Eagles party with old friend and now Mayor of Montgomery, Todd Strange. Here he presents his challenge coin and pins me with the Mayors pin.
With my shadow Maj David “Jekyll” Davidson at the Wright Flyer.
June 9, 2015
Leadership Lessons Told – New Montgomery Advertiser Interview
In this new article and interview in the Montgomery Advertiser, Lee talks more intimately about lessons learned during his POW experience and the honor of sharing his expertise at the “Gathering of Eagles” program at Maxwell Air Force Base.
Please read, watch, and share your comments.
June 8, 2015
An Unusual Leadership Example from a 5 Year Old
In this short clip, during the night a mother comes downstairs to check on her two children. She never forgot what she saw at that moment. An unusual example of courageous leadership. Please watch and share your comments –
June 7, 2015
On This Day in Leadership History, June 7, 2015
On this day in leadership history in 1776, Richard Henry Lee of Virginia proposed to the Continental Congress a resolution calling for the United States to draft a Declaration of Independence.
As a leader, when it’s time for a change, be patient, work the process, and wait for the right timing.
Richard Henry Lee – Wikipedia
June 6, 2015
7 Honor Codes for Leading Your Team or Organization – Free Download
If you need a set of foundation values for your personal leadership or entire organization, download a complimentary of the Honor Code from Lee Ellis.
These 7 principles were created as a response to those individuals and leaders seeking to live with character, courage, and competence in daily life.
Please download and share!
