In the military, as in any organization, giving the order might be the easiest part. Execution is the real game.

During the aftermath of Katrina, National Guard troops were positioned on every block to establish a sense of safety and source of help for the people in need. They did not leave communities until people were safe and sound.

Leadership means forming a team and working toward common objectives that are tied to time, metrics, and resources.

People need to be cautious because anything built by man can be destroyed by Mother Nature.

The preparations are what they are. We're here. The storm is coming. We are as best prepared as we can be as the eye of the storm approaches.

Leadership is working with goals and vision management is working with objectives.

I cant swing a dead cat without hitting a reporter.