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Communicate Your Command Purpose With Presence
By Leigh DeBord “What is a command purpose?” Command purpose is unique to every individual. It is a way to articulate your value and how you want to use your value to be a positive influence in the world. It is a concise statement that explains your why. It is...
The First Step
By Leigh DeBord Strong, resilient, confident, competent, self-assured, professional, and tough. These are the words that come to mind when I think about the women I served with in the military. As women in a predominantly male profession, we learn to find our voice...
Dana Long: A Spirit of Determination
By: Sinclair Johnson-Knight At the age of 17, Dana Long had no plans after high school. She knew that she needed to start a career, and had considered joining the Navy, but her mother had other plans. “In my senior year, she signed me up for the Air Force behind my...
Karen Gibson: A Radiant Female Role Model
By: Sinclair Johnson-Knight Retired Lt. General Karen Gibson is electric as we sit in front of one another on video chat. It is 6 a.m. in her hometown of Bozeman, Montana, and as I struggle into a state of awakeness, her demeanor never wavers from that of a...
Tanya Smith: A Story on Resilience
By: Sinclair Johnson-Knight If there is one word that could best describe Tanya Smith, it would be: brilliant. Not just in a way that is studious or quick-witted (although she is both of these), but in a way that is bright and welcoming. Tanya, now Founder and CEO of...
Rachel Kozy: From Estrangement to Empowerment
Rachel Kozy's story sheds commendable light on the many obstacles she's faced, while transforming her life into the one she had always wanted and envisioned for herself. Her strength and perserverance are highlighted in the words she uses to describe her inspiring...
The Command Purpose Foundation Story Series: A Look Inside the World of Women Veterans
Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Command Presence Foundation Erringer Helbling sheds light on the experiences of veteran women transitioning out of military service. By: Sinclair Johnson-Knight When many people think of the word ‘veteran’, they...
Recap of Empowered Women Brunch- Command Presence
Whether you're a veteran transitioning out of military life or a civilian moving into a new phase of your career, imposter syndrome can hinder your happiness and success. We enjoyed our fireside chat with Empowered Women Brunch, where we shared ideas on how to...