• From Plan B to Air Force Secretary: Deborah Lee James on Resilience, Mentorship, and Leadership (Part Two)

  • Aug 12 2024
  • Length: 27 mins
  • Podcast

From Plan B to Air Force Secretary: Deborah Lee James on Resilience, Mentorship, and Leadership (Part Two)

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  • In the conclusion of their conversation, former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James shares exhilarating experiences from her military career, including flights in high-altitude spy planes and with the Thunderbirds. She discusses her efforts to improve morale in critical military roles and explores the challenges of leadership, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and self-awareness. James touches on gender differences in professional settings and the need for playing to one's strengths. The conversation then shifts to current global threats and technological challenges facing the U.S. military. Despite these challenges, James expresses optimism about America's future, citing the country's technological advancements and the potential of future generations.
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