by khurst2@gmail.com | Feb 2, 2021 | Diversity, News
11 Rules for Majors
1.Thinking is your metric: critical thought is implied from a field grade officer.
2.Discipline your language: precise, concise, and articulate, formulated thought; up and down the chain of command
3.Play chess, not checkers: maneuver vs. attrition; thinking multiple terrain features ahead – shaping, each piece plays an important and shifting role; application of strategy applied against your mission; the institution is king and must be protected.
4.Know the talking points: the institution’s, your unit’s, and the intent behind them.
5.Understand the speed of decisions: understand the process of decision-makers and adjust; understand decision space for your commander.
6.Don’t be a one-trick pony: break out of your comfort zone; demonstrate Humility.
7.Identify the “Say-Do” gap. the major is the thermostat vice the thermometer – climate control; ensure intent is clear and inspect to follow up.
8.Learn to artfully advise: what does the boss not know about this problem? Speak to risk to force and risk to mission, resources, and culture; you must have an opinion – you are not neutral.
9.Don’t use yourself as an example: it makes it seem like it is about you – appearance of self-centeredness or close-mindedness. Be open to others’ beliefs and your opinion being changed.
10.What got you here won’t get you there: figure out what got you here and figure out what you need to adjust to get you on to the next opportunity.
11.Do not reward selfishness: examples of rewards include opportunistic billets, deployments, and evaluations.
Content drawn from Majors Lunch, Spring 2019
Colonel Everly
Commanding Officer, TBS
2019
by khurst2@gmail.com | Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, News
Dear NNOA Shipmates,
Supporting the recruitment of a more diverse officer corps continues to be one of the three primary missions of the National Naval Officers Association (NNOA). Along with improving retention and supporting career development, NNOA is focused on providing support across the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, MARAD, NOAA, and USPHS in meeting their goals for a more inclusive and diverse force. Recently, the Chief of Navy Recruiting, RDML Dennis Velez reached out to NNOA requesting we help his recruiting commands in a near-term effort to attract more young men and women into commissioning programs. I ask that each of you redouble your efforts in advocating for our Sea Services with the young people you mentor and support. You may be serving as judges in Science Fair Competitions, mentoring students in STEM, or providing counsel about opportunities after high school. In whatever way you desire, please consider actively having the conversation with young people getting ready for college and their influencers (e.g., parents, teachers, etc.,).
Please reach out to guidance counselors at local schools in your area to see how best you can serve. You may also consider serving on our Recruiting and Accessions Committee. We are happy to host virtual mentoring sessions with your help. The primary contact is LCDR Koa Thomas, USN, at nnoa.recruiting@gmail.com. Several of our members are currently serving at Navy Recruiting Command. They are standing by to provide support.
Additionally, Navy Recruiting Command can provide informational material for parents, influencers, etc, and their diversity team is willing and able to travel anytime. Please reach out to CDR Howard Bryant at howard.bryant@navy.mil or CDR DJ Jackson at dominique.jackson3@navy.mil to request information or schedule Navy Recruiting support!
Now is a great time for NNOA to make an impact in support of our youth and our Sea Services.
Very respectfully,
RADM SM Harris, USN(Ret)
President, NNOA
president@nnoa.org
http://WWW.NNOA.ORG
by khurst2@gmail.com | Jan 31, 2021 | News
On 18 January 2021, NNOA Annapolis hosted a virtual discussion with Mr. Verse Pearson and MajGen Dr. Cliff Stanley, USMC (Ret) on the topic of servant leadership. We capped out at 51 participants ranging from Midshipman Candidate at the Naval Academy Prep School to O6, including the Chief Diversity Officer (CAPT Lindsay) at USNA. There were also civilian participants including faculty at USNA and Dr. Jared Williams, a candidate for City Counsel in Fort Worth, TX. The conversation on servant leadership was presented through the lens of two black men; their experiences proved to be eye opening to the audience. Read Full AAR
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by khurst2@gmail.com | Jan 22, 2021 | News
I am honored to have this chance to serve again and to do so alongside you and your families. My wife, Charlene, and I know all too well the sacrifices you make to keep this country safe. That safety is job one, and I promise to work as hard as you do at it.
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by khurst2@gmail.com | Jan 20, 2021 | News, Podcast
In today’s episode, we look at the career of LT James Barksdale a member of the US Navy. We explore his early career and the path he took to join the Navy as well as progress in the Navy.
“This is NNOA” is a weekly discussion about the news, views, and perspectives from around the National Naval Officers Association. As well as a look into the United States Navy, United States Coast Guard, and the United States Marine Corps. Every week a guest joins This is NNOA’s host CAPT Roosevelt “Rick” Wright Jr Ph.D., USN (Ret)
by khurst2@gmail.com | Jan 20, 2021 | News
Well done to our National Executive VP and Monterey Chapter of the NNOA. Way to represent.
SEASIDE, Calif. —
On the Central Coast, dozens of people would normally march throughout the street in honor of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, continued fight and how far the country has come. In a pandemic, those activities had to adjust.
It’s not a day off, it’s a day on for service. For some people, MLK Day starts with serving their community.
“It’s the least we can do is spend our time and give back to the community. It doesn’t cost anything it’s helping each one of us,” Shunika Johnson, clean-up volunteer.
Each person, honoring and celebrating their own way safely from a distance.
On MLK Day, a group with the National Naval Officers Association, along with people living in Seaside started off the holiday morning cleaning up Seaside. Doing community service on MLK Day has become a normal activity for some in recent years.
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