In the season finale of Simsation Nation, the host, and guest, Colonel Joe Clancy, discuss the application of the yoke and rudder in leadership. They draw parallels between the tools used in flying a plane and the skills required in leadership.

The yoke, which controls the aircraft's pitch and yaw, is likened to the ability to make immediate corrections in leadership. The rudder, which controls the aircraft's yaw, is compared to the need for subtle adjustments in leadership.

They also explored the balance between leading from the front and from the rear, the importance of managing people and the mission, and the role of the crew in providing feedback. The conversation concluded with discussions on the roles and responsibilities of a commander and a director of operations, the importance of leadership and followership, and the importance of balance and control in leadership.

In this episode of Simsation Nation, Simsation and his guest, Lieutenant Colonel Gilberto Perez, discuss the importance of journey over destination. Lieutenant Colonel Perez, the commander of the 502nd Communications Squadron, shares his personal journey, including his family life, his passion for service, and his pursuit of a doctorate in education. He emphasizes the importance of being a good person, being present in the moment, and understanding one's history. The conversation also touches on the significance of education, as Perez's grandfather only had a 3rd-grade education but wanted to go to school.

Simsation and Gilberto discussed the best and worst parts of their journeys. Gilberto emphasized the importance of people in his journey, highlighting the impact of mentors, coaches, and family members. He also shared that the worst part of his journey was the growing pains of learning and making mistakes for the first time in various aspects of his life, such as marriage, fatherhood, and leadership roles. Simsation agreed, noting the importance of humanizing oneself and learning from mistakes.

In this episode, Lt Col Michael Newson discusses how he feels after successfully completing a Squadron Command tour. He offers advice via the 5 R's.

1. Relax.

2. Relinquish.

3. Review.

4. Reset.

5. Restart.

This is for you if you are going into command, currently in command, or finishing a command tour.

Want to create healthier digital habits? This week I offer 8 tips to help you control the urge to check those pesky notifications.

1. Improved Focus and Productivity

2. Enhanced Mental Health

3. Better Sleep Quality

4. Improved Relationships and Social Connections

5. Better Emotional Regulation

6. Boosted Creativity and Problem-Solving

7. Increased Autonomy and Control

8. Healthier Digital Habits

By limiting your interaction with notifications, you can significantly enhance your quality of life, mental clarity, and relationships while boosting productivity and well-being. Learn more on this week's episode.

Hard work

Education

Adaptability

Resiliency

Time

What you are going to read will make you smile, laugh, wonder, and cry. I guarantee you.

Simsation Nation is back! To kick us off, Brig Gen Novotny was asked the following questions:

- Tell us a little about your background and current role/responsibility.

- Could you give us your own definition of A.I.?

- Do you believe A.I. has the power to make the world better? If so, how?

- Why do you believe A.I. makes some people fearful?

- Does A.I. infringe upon the job market?

- Can A.I. fill manning gaps in the workforce?

- In what ways do you believe A.I. can help the military?

- I believe that with every technological advancement comes an equal or greater vulnerability. Do you agree or disagree?

- Are there any final thoughts you’d like to leave the audience?

Welcome back to a whole new season!

Season finale!!! In this episode, I thanked the listeners, viewers, guests, and behind-the-scenes team that helped make Simsation Nation what it is today. If you have been involved with this podcast in any form or fashion, THANK YOU!

I also took an opportunity to recap the great episodes recorded this season. Please take a few minutes to watch/listen so you can determine the best episode for you. See you next season!

In this episode, Micah Poulson shares how he overcame life challenges to become a lawyer. He advises all to work hard, pursue their dreams, and never give up!

He shared his life journey and was asked to answer the following questions:

Why did you want to become a lawyer?

Tell us a little about your journey to becoming a lawyer.

Are you happy with the decision?

What are your goals within the legal system?

Talk to me about quid pro quo regarding the legal system.

Prosecutors versus defense.

Innocent or guilty vs best storytelling.

Advice for others who may want to become a lawyer, seeking a good lawyer.

Watch this episode for a feel-good success story.

In my O'Jay's voice, "Money, Money, Money, Mooooney....MONneyyy"!!!

In this episode, we sat down with Marcus Smith (a financial expert) to help us understand the best way to become financially sound. He highlights the balance between spending and investing to ensure you are set up for future success. Investing money is not a new concept so he mentions how it dates back to biblical times.

To help unpack this topic he was asked the following questions:

Would you consider yourself a financial expert?

What is the most common financial pitfall?

How does one balance the work hard, play hard mentality with smart investments?

What is the best way to gain financial stability: stocks, real estate, savings?

How much should a person put away each week/month?

Any advice for couples who may have conflicting financial philosophies?

What is the best way to get out of debt?

Any final advice?

If you want to get your money right, invest your time in watching or listening to this podcast.