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Taking time to groom the field

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  • By Joseph Murray
  • Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. --  Chief Master Sgt. Brian Hornback, Command Chief for Air Force Global Strike Command, and other senior non-commissioned officers took time March 14 to coach, lead and mentor the NCO community here at AFGSC.

The two-hour Global Strike Headquarters Staff Career Development Seminar covered subjects ranging from advancing in rank to the importance of giving good feedback to Airmen.

The intent of the meeting was to instill values and promote what it means to be a professional in the profession at arms.

"Events like today's Career Development Seminar are important in deliberately developing our entire enlisted corps," Chief Master Sgt. Terence Anderson Cyber Operations Functional Manager for AFGSC's communications directorate said. "We as leaders have a responsibility to grow our replacements and provide them tools for their leadership toolbox."

The seminar covered not only the mechanics of how to advance in the Air Force, but it also included advice on how to find success in any endeavor.

"The hardest thing for us to do is something that makes us uncomfortable, but if you want to succeed, remove one word from your vocabulary - no," Chief Hornback said. "Don't turn down the opportunities that come your way, just say yes. "

"As long as you wear the uniform you must stay competitive," Chief Master Sgt. Larry G. Tolliver AFGSC Judge Advocate's office, said. "You must be an expert at your job and active in your community. Plan your goals, stay motivated and keep a positive attitude. Those three things go a long way."

During the training, the Chiefs work to drive home Air Force values, ideals and professional ethic.

"Our goal - give our members the skills for both personal and professional growth," Anderson said.