The #Profession Series at The Bridge

An enlightening and enriching discussion of the profession of arms and the ethical requirements of being a professional. Although many of the perspectives come from our land-centric colleagues, the discussion and considerations apply to all of us who serve. For those of us serving in the Coast Guard, the considerations are that much more complex as we have shifting roles (sometimes within a matter of minutes) as rescuer, enforcer, regulator, as well as the potential and authority to take sanctioned violent action on behalf of our nation, should it be necessary. These issues are best considered in advance of the heat of the moment, when reflection and consideration are best performed.

https://medium.com/the-bridge/confessions-of-a-struggling-professional-f25d4c3952a3

Excellent piece on some key elements of leadership: self-awareness and respect for all

https://medium.com/the-bridge/the-gun-doctor-professional-military-character-4fd72831cbdb

PRODEV - worth reading

https://medium.com/@clareoneill/owning-your-professional-military-development-junior-officers-412043c875f0

I've discussed the USA airport train problem before...

http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/planes-trains-and-taxis-when-to-take-public-transit-from-the-airport/

BOUTWELL Mentioned...

Coast Guard Commandant emphasizes Western Hemisphere priorities http://coastguardnews.com/coast-guard-commandant-emphasizes-western-hemisphere-priorities/2015/01/16/

If the f-bomb offends you, skip this one...

http://markmanson.net/not-giving-a-fuck

 

Polar Shipping: A 2014 Recap

http://cimsec.org/polar-shipping-2014-recap/14248

USN Amphibs...USCG Cutters - similar issues and types of impacts?

Unbreaking Amphibious Ship Readiness http://cimsec.org/unbreaking-amphibious-ship-readiness/14210




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