Brock,

As an M-day myself I agree its a huge commitment.  I considered it a second full time job.  For me, I found it useful to give my full time support staff guidelines.  They were very clear on my intent and my left and right limits as a commander.  For those moments I was off the net they were empowered to act.  I expected an update but bein…[Read more]

I commanded a BDE HHC.  It is a challenging command and a very stove piped command sometimes.  The key to my success was communication and long term planning.  You have no choice but to plan events into the future to ensure you aren’t stepping on toes.  But the BN/BDE XO/DCO is the key to your success.  I found as I coordinated with them they brou…[Read more]