Author: John A. Ausink
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780833099457
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This study used a variety of data sources and interviews with squadron, group, and wing commanders to develop recommendations for how the Air Force can address commander responsibilities, improve commander preparation, and refine resource monitoring.
Author: Terence Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 25
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"This work presents an improved methodology for assessing and selecting Air Force squadron commanders, and subsequently paring them with the organizations they are best suited to lead. It argues that while leadership, environmental factors, and organizational culture are each important aspects of organizational effectiveness, it is the often-overlooked interaction between these three facets that has just as great an influence on an organization’s success or failure. Additionally, these interactions influence leadership performance, from exemplary to toxic. It is these interactions and influences among and between the leader, environment and organization that play just as great a role in leadership performance as individual personality traits, education or life experiences. Understanding the leader’s key role in organizational effectiveness, and given that the choice in squadron commander selection is the most variable of the three components, this study seeks to provide a recommended process that will improve upon the current paradigm of squadron command selection in the Air Force. The ultimate goal is a more informed process for pairing those most suitable commander candidates with possible units by utilizing predictive analytics and the Person-Environment Fit Theory to aid in selection."--Abstract.
Author: Col Usaf Timmons, Timothy
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781478384410
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 148
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The privilege of commanding an Air Force squadron, despite its heavy responsibilities and unrelenting challenges, represents for many Air Force officers the high point of their careers. It is service as a squadron commander that accords true command authority for the first time. The authority, used consistently and wisely, provides a foundation for command. As with the officer's commission itself, command authority is granted to those who have earned it, both by performance and a revealed capacity for the demands of total responsibility. But once granted, it much be revalidated every day. So as one assumes squadron command, bringing years of experience and proven record to join with this new authority, one might still need a little practical help to success with the tasks of command. This book offers such help. “Commanding an Air Force Squadron” brings unique and welcome material to a subject other books have addressed. It is rich in practical, useful, down-to-earth advice from officers who have recently experienced squadron command. The author does not quote regulations, parrot doctrine, or paraphrase the abstractions that lace the pages of so many books about leadership. Nor does he puff throughout the manuscript about how he did it. Rather, he presents a digest of practical wisdom based on real-world experience drawn from the reflection of many former commanders from any different types of units. He addresses all Air Force squadron commanders, rated and nonrated, in all sorts of missions worldwide. Please also see a follow up to this book entitled “Commanding an Air Force Squadron in the Twenty-First Century (2003)” by Jeffry F. Smith, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF.
Author: Ryan F. Dannemann
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Career development
Languages : en
Pages : 50
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"As resources and operation tempos continue to constrain the Department of Defense and more specifically, the United States Air Force, more and more pressure is put upon squadron commanders to fulfill the duties and responsibilities demanded of them. Through the lens of the data provided by the Air Force Inspection System, the Inspector General Complaints Resolution Program, and the Total Force Climate Survey, this paper sought to understand what the Air Force could be improving upon, to elevate squadron commander performance to meet the demands of leading in today’s resource constrained environment. The expectations of an Air Force squadron commander are well laid out, as is the method of evaluating the performance of the squadron commander by means of the Air Force Inspection System. This research determined that the data collected by the Inspector General and the Total Force Climate Survey, highlight areas where squadron commanders have the greatest room for improvement. Using the Scenario Methodology, this paper recommends that these highlighted areas of improvement must be utilized as desired learning objectives to drive Air University owned Professional Military Education curriculum. This curriculum must be tailored to better prepare future United States Air Force officers for the duties and responsibilities that come with command"--Abstract.
Author: Dawn C. Lancaster
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 25
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"Throughout its history, the U.S. Air Force has periodically redesigned organizational structures. Rationale for these efforts varied from mission changes as well as manpower and resource reductions, but largely stemmed from efforts to improve efficiencies and mission performance. Over the last decade, several organizations and career fields have reorganized, realigned, or merged, resulting in squadrons encompassing greater responsibility and complexity. Since squadron commanders have legal responsibility for the mission and resources, senior leadership and the American people should reasonably expect them to be held accountable for their organizations' actions. Therefore, the squadron must be properly structured for manageable oversight to ensure justified accountability. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the adverse impacts inappropriate unit structure, size, and scope of responsibility have on squadron commanders' abilities to successfully lead personnel and accomplish their missions. It will also provide recommendations within current AF structure to improve unit and leadership effectiveness and efficiencies."--Introduction.
Author: David L. Goldfein
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 142899047X
Category : Command of troops
Languages : en
Pages : 125
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"Then-colonel David L. Goldfein discusses several themes central to a successful command tour. His ideas and questions will spark your imagination as you begin preparing for the task ahead of you--squadron commander. He shares stories from other squadron commanders that include both success and failure because, as Goldfein states, "it is from studying our failures that we learn, grow, and improve as officers and leaders." Maj Gen Charles D. Link, USAF, retired, states that "this book is a must-read, not only for those selected to command a squadron but for all our young officers." General Goldfein is the current chief of staff of the Air Force."--
Author: Air University Press
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521019771
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 57
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In Sharing Success - Owning Failure, Colonel Goldfein discusses several themes central to a successful command tour. He expresses ideas and puts forth questions to spark your imagination as you begin preparing for the task ahead of you-squadron commander. He shares stories from other squadron commanders that include both success and failure. Because, as Colonel Goldfein states, "it is from studying our failures that we learn, grow, and improve as officers and leaders." In the Foreword, Maj Gen Charles D. Link, USAF, Retired, says "this book is a must-read, not only for those selected to command a squadron but for all our young officers." Command is the ultimate service. It is a time when we have the singular responsibility to create and lead strong Air Force units. A time when our passion for our Air Force and our vision for its future must be overwhelmingly clear. Early in the "Developing Aerospace Leaders" initiative, we began to focus on the way in which the institution teaches leadership and prepares airmen for command. What we found was a wide range of practices and a wide range of expectations-a complicating factor in today's Expeditionary Aerospace Force. We realize that preparing our officers to command effective, mission-oriented units must be a deliberate process. It must develop our unique airman perspective, creating commanders who are able to communicate the vision, have credibility in the mission area, and can lead our people with inspiration and heart. The foundation of our institution's effectiveness has always been its leaders. Colonel Goldfein's work provides valuable lessons learned and serves as a worthwhile tool to optimize your effectiveness as a squadron commander. This book is a must-read, not only for those selected to command a squadron but for all our young officers, helping them understand what the requirements of squadron command will be. Remember, command is a unique privilege-a demanding and crucial position in our Air Force. Contents * Foreword * PREFACE * ABSTRACT * 1 EXPECTATIONS OF COMMAND * What Does the Boss Expect? * What Do the Troops Expect? * What Do You Expect? * Notes * 2 VISION AND ENVIRONMENT * Developing and Communicating Your Vision * Building the Environment * Notes * 3 WALKING THE WALK * Notes * 4 HANDLING JUSTICE * 5 GREAT IDEAS * Take Responsibility for Fun * Sponsor Program * Celebrate Heroes-Not Machines * Mentoring Program * Notes * CONCLUSION * BIBLIOGRAPHY
Author: Colonel Usaf David L Goldfein
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781479145065
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132
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Command is the ultimate service. It is a time when we have the singular responsibility to create and lead strong Air Force units. A time when our passion for our Air Force and our vision for its future must be overwhelmingly clear. Early in the "Developing Aerospace Leaders" initiative, we began to focus on the way in which the institution teaches leadership and prepares airmen for command. What we found was a wide range of practices and a wide range of expectations - a complicating factor in today's Expeditionary Aerospace Force. We realize that preparing our officers to command effective, mission-oriented units must be a deliberate process. It must develop our unique airman perspective, creating commanders who are able to communicate the vision, have credibility in the mission area, and can lead our people with inspiration and heart. The foundation of our institution's effectiveness has always been its leaders. Colonel Goldfein's work provides valuable lessons learned and serves as a worthwhile tool to optimize your effectiveness as a squadron commander. This book is a must-read, not only for those selected to command a squadron but for all our young officers, helping them understand what the requirements of squadron command will be. Remember, command is a unique privilege - a demanding and crucial position in our Air Force. "Sharing Success - Owning Failure" takes you a step closer to successfully meeting that challenge.
Author: Jeffry F. Smith
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 200
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"Jeffry Smith updates the earlier release of Col Timothy T. Timmon's Commanding an Air Force Squadron (1993). In this book, which includes a foreword by Gen John P. Jumper and an introduction by Colonel Timmons, USAF, retired, Colonel Smith relies on the vast "insights, experiences, and recommendations" of former and current commanders to identify the attributes of a successful commander at multiple levels. He identifies some issues commanders face regardless of the level of command, including counseling personnel, dorm inspections, commanders' calls, money management, and the roles of spouses and families. According to Colonel Smith, the conduct of individuals in times of crises is the truest barometer of a good commander."--Publisher website.
Author: Air University
Publisher: Air Command and Staff College Air University Press Air Force Research Institute
ISBN: 9781585661442
Category : Command of troops
Languages : en
Pages : 269
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