I learned today that the docent on the USS Midway Museum who gave my family the presentation on carrier landings, Rear Admiral Pete “Viper” Pettigrew, passed away. He was the real life pilot who was the model for the character Viper in the movie “Top Gun.” He was so friendly. When I met him on the pier, he said, “Just call me Pete.” So, hard to believe.
Category: Leadership
The leadership category on Jay Wren’s website (jaywren.com) focuses on practical insights and strategies for effective leadership, particularly within a corporate or organizational context. It emphasizes the development of “authentic leaders” who prioritize self-awareness, honesty, and humility, fostering trust and success.
Key themes within this category include:
Authentic Leadership: Building trust through self-awareness, honesty, and humility.
Leadership Development: Providing actionable steps for companies to hire, train, and grow leaders, including principles of responsibility, authority, and accountability.
Creating Future Leaders: Highlighting the importance of internal leadership development for long-term growth, morale, loyalty, and engagement.
Measurable Success: Emphasizing that effective leadership is not just a concept but can be measured by results, with a focus on proactive training and mentorship.
In essence, Jay Wren’s leadership category offers guidance for individuals and organizations seeking to cultivate strong, ethical, and effective leaders who contribute to overall success.