Combat Leaders

Specialized consulting and leadership training firm. Elite staff all Combat Vets or Special Operations w/ 5+ yrs business experience as well. #WoundedWarrior

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Early specialization is overrated. Generalists excel over time.

Data on >34k stars in sports, music, science, and chess: Focusing on a single field predicts a faster rise, but cross-training foreshadows a higher peak.

The most successful adults start off as well-rounded kids.

[Scott Fenwick @ScottFenwick_NY]

Setting goals allows you to set a plan to achieve all the things you dream of. Dream big, plan smart and take action for success. #Thoughts #Goals #Dreams #Achievement

[FBI Salt Lake City @FBISaltLakeCity]

We are asking for the public's help identifying this person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
1-800-CALL-FBI
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[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

50 LARGEST COMPANIES IN THE WORLD

[U.S. Air Force @usairforce]

Established May 22, 1990—today we commemorate 35 Years of Air Force Special Operations Command.

From the earliest missions to today's most complex battlespace, AFSOC Airmen have answered the call with precision, courage & adaptability.
Any Place. Any Time. Anywhere.

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

To find newer ideas, read older books.

[Combat Leaders @CombatLeaders]

Cool podcast about SOCOM CARE COALITION and the origins of @AWPartnership

https://t.co/4EJS3q65J5

[CDC @CDCgov]

E. COLI OUTBREAK: CDC is investigating 49 illnesses in 10 states linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers. If you ate a Quarter Pounder hamburger from McDonald’s and have severe symptoms of E. coli, contact your healthcare provider. https://t.co/g87itkupCQ

[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 47/50 #50Families50Days

$4,800 for Life-Saving Allergy Treatment

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 46/50 #50Families50Days

$3,375 for Green Beret Facing Mounting Bills

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 45/50 #50Families50Days

$994 to Help Veteran Keep Lights On

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 31/50 #50Families50Days

$2,000 for Veteran Single Mother to Prevent Eviction Over Christmas

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 30/50 #50Families50Days

$1,995 for Veteran Facing Eviction, Gained Custody of Son in Foster Care.

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 29/50 #50Families50Days

Funding provided for Equine Therapy, Active-Duty SEAL’s Young Child

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 28/50 #50Families50Days

$2,377 for Vehicle Repairs for Single Mother Veteran..

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

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$1,350 for Service Animal for 13-Year-Old with Seizures.

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[TD Foundation @TD_Foundation]

Day 26/50 #50Families50Days

$2242 for Retired SOCOM Soldier Needing Mortgage Help, Caregiving & Financial Strain

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[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

You are wealthy when you can freely decide what to do with your time.

• healthy loved ones and self
• work that brings you joy
• time spent with family
• a good night’s sleep
• taking regular long walks
• periodic day naps
• meaningful conversations
• home cooked meals

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Ted Lasso isn’t just a coach; he’s a playbook on leadership.

His infectious positivity and authenticity are a winning formula for any coach.

He reminds us to stay curious, use humor to connect, and always be true to ourselves.

Here are 7 Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso.

1: BRING POSITIVE ENERGY - Ted is incredibly positive and optimistic, even in adversity. He encourages his team to focus on their strengths and celebrate their successes, no matter how small. TL: "I do love a locker room. It smells like potential."

2: SHOW EMPATHY - Ted is empathetic and takes the time to get to know his players personally. It is all about RELATIONSHIPS with Ted. TL: "Your body is like day-old rice. If it ain't warmed up properly, something real bad could happen."

3: BE AUTHENTIC - Ted is authentic and genuine. He doesn't try to be anyone other than himself. He is honest with his players and colleagues, even when it is difficult. TL: "You know what the happiest animal on Earth is? It's a goldfish. Do you know why? It's got a 10-second memory."

4: USE HUMOR - Ted has a great sense of humor. He uses it to diffuse tension and bring his team together. He doesn't take himself too seriously and encourages his players to have fun and enjoy the game. TL: "It's kind of like back in the '80s when 'bad' meant 'good.'"

5: BE COLLABORATIVE - Ted believes in collaboration and teamwork. He encourages his players to work together. TL: "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad. Ain't no one in this room alone."

6: BE A CONNECTOR - Ted is a connector of people. He understands that a connected team is a winning team. TL: "If you care about someone, and you got a little love in your heart, there ain't nothing you can't get through together."

7: BE CURIOUS! - Ted does not know it all. He does not have all the answers. He does have ALL of the questions. But he is curious! TL: "I feel like we fell out of the lucky tree and hit every branch on the way down, ended up in a pool of cash and Sour Patch Kids."

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[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

“The greatest danger to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it."