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Archive: Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.)
Dick Vermeil as mentor?
A better decision by the Redskins management might have entailed hiring a former successful head coach known across the league as a senior statesman and teacher.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | October 30, 2009; 04:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Not Just Afghanistan
A Pakistan destabilized from Afghanistan and its own Tribal Areas presents an unacceptable strategic prospect.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | September 24, 2009; 06:01 AM ET | Comments (17)
Flawed Leadership in Washington
It is too late to repair the harm done to the Army by the mishandled removal of General David McKiernan, but the resulting debate may be a useful part of developing an effective strategy in Afghanistan.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | August 26, 2009; 11:51 AM ET | Comments (15)
Credibility, Not Threats
If President Obama demonstrates skill in getting his way and gains credibility as a leader to be reckoned with, fear won't be necessary.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | August 18, 2009; 12:14 PM ET | Comments (2)
A Succession Test-Run
The only way to escape the rush of current events and to give potential successors an opportunity to fly solo in the top seat is to get away and let the leaders on the next level down run the outfit for a time.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | August 10, 2009; 11:31 AM ET | Comments (1)
Take Some Heat
Financial-industry leaders must be personally more aggressive and visible in their outreach programs to the public.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | July 20, 2009; 12:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Dereliction of Duty
With his dalliance in Argentina, Gov. Mark Sanford abandoned his office and the executive responsibilities inherent in it. Similar dereliction of duty by a military officer would constitute grounds for immediate "relief" of command.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | June 30, 2009; 11:17 AM ET | Comments (48)
Time for Answers
No exception should be made that undermines the health of the company that Steve Jobs has led so brilliantly; stockholders deserve a relatively quick answer on Jobs' health.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | June 22, 2009; 03:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
A Wrenching Decision
When to leave poses one of the most wrenching decisions a Chief Executive must make. Here are three questions to light the way.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | May 28, 2009; 11:57 AM ET | Comments (0)
Old Soldiers Never Die
In retirement military figures never really escape the obligation for restraint in their public commentary.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | May 12, 2009; 12:08 PM ET | Comments (2)
Leaders Who Learn
Great leaders drive themselves to learn how to improve their skills at leading, their most important decisions are determined by their values and character, and they are often the result of good mentoring from senior officers.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | April 22, 2009; 09:43 AM ET | Comments (0)
The End of an (Abysmal) Era
With a wounded and staggering economy, a military structure running on empty after years of conflict in Southwest Asia, and Russia and China openly reaching for ascendancy, we cannot afford a capricious demonstration of toughness.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | April 7, 2009; 11:51 AM ET | Comments (1)
Surviving "Enemy Contact"
Knowing that, as military leaders say, "no plan survives contact with the enemy," President Obama should still plan thoroughly -- and, for the moment, keep his cards to his chest.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | March 2, 2009; 04:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
Guidance for Junior Officers
Junior military officers can find themselves frustrated by orders that pose an operational or ethical dilemma. Here are four steps to take when confronted with difficult-to-swallow directions.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | February 23, 2009; 10:17 AM ET | Comments (0)
Layoffs Are Not Productive
Unless it is absolutely necessary to save the firm, laying off employees to generate cash from their unpaid salaries is counterproductive.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | February 9, 2009; 12:06 PM ET | Comments (2)
Nurture Your Subordinates
With three simple techniques, senior leaders can prevent the slide to egocentrism and self-indulgence that often leads to "blindness."
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | February 2, 2009; 02:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
A Coach's Instinct
Choosing the best quarterback is only one of the many things an NFL coach must do well if he wants to dream of bringing his team to the Super Bowl.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | January 26, 2009; 10:57 AM ET | Comments (1)
Defense Sec. Bob Gates
He deftly maneuvered through bureaucratic challenges, while avoiding the mistake many new CEOs make: trying to completely overhaul their institutions all at once.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | December 30, 2008; 03:48 PM ET | Comments (1)
Preempt Wrongdoing
Leaders cannot afford to wait until malfeasance or illegality washes up at their front door. They must set a tone of ethics and transparency in their organizations.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | December 16, 2008; 08:47 PM ET | Comments (1)
A Moment for Soul-Searching Honesty
These CEOs need to ask themselves tough questions about whether they should stay and help -- or leave.
By Gen. Monty Meigs (Ret.) | December 8, 2008; 07:26 PM ET | Comments (1)
