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Crisis leadership from a commander
While he was himself visibly shaken by the shootings, the Fort Hood commandar, Lt. Gen. Bob Cone, sought to provide a calming influence to the community.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | November 6, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (0)
'Four dead in Ohio'
The trust the American people place in its military is as fragile as it is precious.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | November 5, 2009; 01:43 PM ET | Comments (4)
Nominee: U.S. Armed Forces
Our military is made of imperfect people who acknowledge their faults and learn from past mistakes.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | October 12, 2009; 10:20 PM ET | Comments (6)
New Strategy, New Leader
It is possible Gn. McKiernan was the best-available leader under the old, NATO-focused strategy in Afghanistan, but the game has changed.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | August 25, 2009; 01:19 PM ET | Comments (30)
Even Pickett's Charge
Even the men who died in combat at Gettysburg's horrific struggle were led into battle by leaders who used inspiration rather than intimidation.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | August 18, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (3)
Share Your Challenges
The more successful leaders I have observed do not tell stories of their great accomplishments, but rather of their personal and professional challenges.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | June 12, 2009; 10:12 AM ET | Comments (0)
Military Solutions
The process for ensuring senior military leaders do not stagnate is provided for by law. Once a four-star general is relieved from the position, the officer must be reappointed to a position at the same grade, revert to a lower grade, or retire within 60 days.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | May 29, 2009; 02:59 PM ET | Comments (1)
Military-Style Planning
The foundation for judgment and actions in time of crisis are embedded in the strategic plans and standard procedures to deal with anticipated crisis events.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | April 29, 2009; 02:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Lessons from WWII Leaders
What I have to offer are three renowned WWII military leaders' responses to the question of whether leaders are born or made.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | April 20, 2009; 11:48 AM ET | Comments (0)
The Highest Example
The heroics of Captain Richard Phillips reflect the expectations of military culture: that a commander is responsible for success and failure. And as Gandhi and Dr. King remind us, such leadership values are universal.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | April 17, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
A Lesson From the Military
A parallel can be drawn between the ousting of GM's Rick Wagoner to the firing of some of the most highly accomplished senior leaders in the military due to the challenges at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | April 6, 2009; 12:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Soldiers of "Glory"
The movie, about the first all-black unit in the Civil War, shows us a group of soldiers who join a dangerous enterprise for many reasons but stay together for each other and in service of a greater good.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | February 17, 2009; 11:57 AM ET | Comments (0)
Protect Core Capabilities
When the U.S. Army downsized in the late 1990s, it kept a tight focus on core capabilities, while recognizing that its most valuable asset is its people.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | February 9, 2009; 10:32 AM ET | Comments (0)
How the Army Does It
The U.S. Army offers an example of how to motivate older, experienced workers by appealing to their ideals, offering them meaningful work, and communicating that their work is valued.
By Col. Charles D. Allen | January 27, 2009; 12:41 PM ET | Comments (6)
First Measure of Success
Will President Obama succeed in establishing a vision, like FDR, and then leading the nation through these turbulent times?
By Col. Charles D. Allen | January 21, 2009; 10:34 AM ET | Comments (0)
