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Creating Leaders Of Character!What Have You Learned?As Chief has suggested a few times to Ms Dava, assessing what we've learned is critical to becoming a Leader of Character. So, Chief guides Ms Dava through an assessment of what she's learned from her experience as a leader the past few months. Ms Dava shares her thoughts and experiences on the topics of assessment, empathy, confrontation, and win-win agreements to name a few. Chief constantly reminds Ms Dava that leaders have to take a break once in a while to regenerate their energy, so they'll be taking a hiatus during the month of July. Happy Summer, Everyone...2025-06-2732 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Too Much Patience?Can a leader, especially a Leader of Character, have too much patience? Is that even possible? Is there a difference between policy and philosophy in the workplace? Is Chief right again? What is one to do? Here's another episode of Boots on the Ground Leadership, where Ms Dava shares her real-life experiences as a young boss as she strives to be a Leader of Character. 2025-06-2030 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Fathers' Day GiftsMs Dava is having a great run as a boss! Things are going so well that she's bored. Being the experienced teacher, Chief warns her not to become complacent. Things can change drastically very quickly. He reminds her to keep striving for improvements, especially when it comes to serving her workers. And since Fathers' Day is right around the corner, Chief takes some time to share what dads REALLY want. Oh, NO! ANOTHER TIE?!2025-06-1326 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Learning by LeadingThe best way to learn anything is by doing it! Ms Dava has experienced what it's like to be a professional leader in her position as director of her summer camp. This is boots-on-the-grounds stuff, folks! In this episode she shares her most recent experiences as a leader, what she's learned, and how it's tested her character. Chief advises and guides her. That's what Chiefs do.....2025-06-0629 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Selflessness2025-05-3021 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Doing What's Right!Here's a throwback episode from Jan 2023. A Leader of Character does what's right! But what does that mean? By who's measure and perspective?2025-05-2322 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Art of DelegatingAs a new leader, Ms Dava is learning how hectic things can get when you're trying to herd cats! Chief suggests that she delegate more. She agrees. But how? Cheif suggests four areas to consider: Trust, Competence, Observation, and Agreement. They share some thoughts on what those terms mean and how to apply them. Chief challenges Ms Dava to assess how she does in each of those areas to continue to grow as a leader.2025-05-1631 minCreating Leaders Of Character!NO CURSING Zone!Ms Dava and Chief discuss the merits of cursing in public. THERE ARE NONE! But why do people do it? Do they not have better words? Are there better words? Yeah, it's a choice. Life is a choice. Character is a choice. Just don't do it around Chief! Better yet, just don't do it at all!2025-05-0928 minCreating Leaders Of Character!What IS Success Anyway?What IS success to you? Is it the same for all of us? SOME of us? Maybe. Ms Dava and Chief discuss the path toward success and what guides us toward it.2025-04-2523 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Hope for the best!How does one create hope? Where does it come from? You've heard that hope is not a strategy, but it's a powerful energy to help propel us toward success. Chief and Ms Dava share their perspectives on hope.2025-04-1822 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Who's YOUR favorite?Do you have favorites? Are you human? If the answer to the second question is yes, then the answer to the first is too. We ALL have favorites! But how do you deal with that as a Leader of Character. Listen to Chief's and Ms Dava's thoughts.2025-04-1122 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Is Honesty the Best Policy?You've heard the adage, that honesty is the best policy. But IS It? Are there times when it's not? Are there times when you should speak the truth and nothing but the truth? When is that appropriate? Are there different consequences for being honest and for not being honest? Chief and Ms Dava ponder these questions a provide their unique perspectives on the topic. 2025-04-0431 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Relationships RevisitedAs Simon Sinek says, "We're better together." There are few, if any, things that we can do by ourselves. Most of our successes will be driven by the strength of our relationships with others. Maintaining relationships can be one of the most difficult parts of leading but incredibly fulfilling when they're in sync with our purpose. Ms Dava shares some of her success in developing and maintaining relationships as a boss, even as young and new to leading as she is.2025-03-2825 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Be Curious, Not JudgmentalWOW! What a powerful thought! Instead of judging someone immediately, maybe we should get to know about them, even get to know them, first. Sounds like something a Leader of Character might do. Chief and Ms Dava share some thoughts on the subject based on their personal experiences. Don't judge! 2025-03-2127 minCreating Leaders Of Character!FEAR!Chief and Ms Dava have a VERY interesting conversation on the topic of fear. What do we fear? Why? How does one deal with it? A lot of questions and a very interesting scenario.2025-03-1429 minCreating Leaders Of Character!A Tough Conversation!You've heard of tough conversations. Ms Dava and Chief have one on this episode. It's not confrontational, but it's a contemporary topic that needs discussing, that of RESPECT, or lack thereof. Ms Dava and Chief discussed this topic a few years ago but have some specific examples in this discussion. Please, understand that there's no intent to disrespect anyone, just to discuss the topic.2025-03-0724 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Comfort ZonesMs Dava has a new topic in mind as she and Chief discuss the idea of Comfort Zones. What IS a Comfort Zone? Do you really HAVE to get out of it to succeed? You may be surprised by the discussion and the answers.2025-02-2823 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Discipline!Ms Dava and Chief cuss and discuss what discipline is about and how to develop it. Chief has some pet peeves! Yes, he does! And Ms Dava agrees with them. Together, they'll make the world better!2025-02-1427 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Adulting!When does a person become and adult? When does that person become a mature adult? Is there a difference? Why is the sky blue? Ms Dava and Chief ponder the universe's most powerful questions in this episode. But do they discover answers? You'll have to listen to find out. Join us now!2025-02-0730 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Just Ask!Chief answers the question that he asked Ms Dava at the conclusion of last episode, "What is the most important thing an Effective Leader does?" And the answer is.... You'll have to listen to this episode. Sorry....2025-01-3126 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Slow Down!Chief and Ms Dava begin the discussion talking about slowing down. Ms Dava is in charge of a large organization and is rolling at Mach 4 with her hair on fire. Chief shares some thoughts and suggestions on how to slow down so as to make better decisions and for her to lead more effectively. 2025-01-2324 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Rhythm and RoutineChief and Ms Dava continue their discussion on Goals, Goal Setting, and Goal Accomplishment. The focus topics in this episode are rhythm and routine as well as habits and the value of having good accountability partners. 2025-01-1627 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Goals!Ms Dava and Chief start this new season with a discussion on goals, goal setting, challenges, resources, and resolutions, although Chief calls them revolutions. What are some challenges? How do you ensure that you meet those challenges and succeed? Happy New Year!2025-01-0924 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Gratitude!Ms Dava and Chief close out this season by sharing their thoughts and stories about being grateful. Thanks to all of our listeners. We wish you a great holiday season and look forward to sharing more thoughts in January 2025!2024-11-2121 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Trust!Can we break trust with someone and regain it? Great and tough question that Ms Dava and Chief ponder on this episode. 2024-11-1425 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The TRUTH Shall Make Us....What is Truth? Ever ponder that question? That's what Ms Dava and Chief do in this episode. What are the characteristics of that word? Who knows what is THE Truth? What's the value of it? Ms Dava And Chief ponder those and other questions. 2024-11-0723 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Common CourtesiesMs Dava and Chief discuss and banter about common courtesies, which, as the discussion goes, are not necessarily common. And what makes them courtesies? Are different behaviors courtesies in one culture and not another? What's the common purpose in being courteous? What's the truth?2024-10-3123 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Atomic Habits - Make it SatisfyingMs Dava just ran a Spartan Race! Not CHIEF! NO WAY! He and Ms Dava connect the tenets of Jame Clear's Atomic Habits book to Ms Dava's experience with the race. They talk about Creating Immediate Results, Tracking Your Progress, Offering Immediate Success, and the value of Surprise and Delight. It's all about strengthening yourself so that your can strengthen your character!2024-10-2424 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Atomic Habits - Make It EasyMake it easy! That's the third law of developing Atomic Habits. Yeah, RIGHT! Make it easy is easier said than done! Ms Dava and Chief discuss how to make it easiER. Atomic Habits author, James Clear, shares his 2-minute Rule that Chief translates into breaking the habit up into small parts so that you don't overwhelm yourself. But, whatever works, works!2024-10-1724 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Atomic Habits - Make it ObviousMs Dava and Chief continue their discussion on James Clear's book Atomic Habits by focusing on Mike it Obvious. What does that mean? How do we do it? What are the effects of doing it? 2024-10-0323 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Atomic HabitsMs Dava and Chief share their perspectives on the tenets of James Clear’s book, Atomic Habits, including make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying.2024-09-2623 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Nine ElevenChief shares some thoughts about 9/11, where he was, how he felt, the impact of events, etc. Ms Dava wasn't yet born.... The Nation's character changed then forever more.2024-09-1222 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Count Your Blessings!Finishing up their discussion of Chief's book, The College Freshman's BEYOND Survival Guide!, Chief and Ms Dava share what they're grateful for and what we all should be grateful for on a daily basis. It may not be easy, but it's worth it!2024-09-0524 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Make a Difference!Have FUN! Learn SOMETHING! Now, Make a DIFFERENCE! That's what Ms Dava and Chief discuss in this episode. Making a difference can be difficult if you don't know who you're trying to help. Does what you think makes them better actually what makes them better? How do you know? Yeah, more questions.....2024-08-2922 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Learn Something!Having discussed the first lesson in Chief's book, The College Freshman's Beyond Survival Guide, which is Have Fun!, Ms Dava and Chief discuss the next lesson, which is, Learn Something! What SHOULD you learn your first year of college and beyond? And how does that happen? Listen in and you may learn the answers.2024-08-1523 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Have FUN!Ms Dava and Chief discuss the first tenet of his book, The College Freshman BEYOND Survival Guide, Have FUN! But what is that, anyway? What does FUN mean? How do you ensure that having fun is an effective way to create Leaders of Character? Listen closely....2024-08-0822 minCreating Leaders Of Character!College Bound!It's the time of year when many youngsters are preparing for the next chapter in their lives, college! Ms Dava and Chief begin a series of discussions based on his and his daughter's book, The College Freshman BEYOND Survival Guide, that will help empower a future Leader of Character as they embark on a new adventure.2024-08-0123 minCreating Leaders Of Character!What you may not know about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs....Last episode, Chief left y'all and Ms Dava with a thought that he said he'd share and discuss this episode. And so here it is! Chief and Ms Dava discuss Abraham Malow's Hierarchy of Needs, particularly, the highest need. They even get into the discussion of what love means. A lot of meat in this episode. 2024-07-1923 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Stump the Chief!Dava's been reading again! And has some questions that may, or may not, stump the Chief. The book she's been reading is Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People. Believe it or not, Chief has never read the book. No excuse! He has an opinion on what Ms Dava asks relating to the book and its tenets. 2024-07-1223 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Discipline vs PunishmentIs there a difference between discipline and punishment? Are you a Leader of Character? Do you know the difference? Ms Dava and Chief share some thoughts, experiences, and events that describe the difference between the two terms. BTW, there IS a difference!2024-06-2826 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Maintaining Our CommitmentsWhat happens when you don't live up to something you said you would do? Is there a way to apologize or make amends so that both people are not offended or hurt? That's the topic that Ms Dava and Chief discuss. It's real-world stuff. And it builds character.2024-06-2125 minCreating Leaders Of Character!More Conflict ResolutionMs Dava experiences some real conflicts in her new job. The theory of conflict resolution is all well and good, but when it actually happens in life, it can be difficult to resolve because it involves real people, real-time. Chief suggests Acknowledging that WE create or are part of the conflict, choosing a Win-Win Mentality, among other methods. 2024-06-0726 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The One-Minute Apology Follow UpMs Dava reports back to Chief about how the week went after attempting to accomplish hers, and her husband's, Big Rocks. Chief suggests that we all have to prioritize ourselves FIRST. 2024-05-3125 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The One-Minute ApologyNow that Ms Dava has time to read what she wants to read, having recently graduated from the University of Texas, she's selected The One-Minute Apology, written by Kenneth Blanchard & Margret Mc Bride. Chief gives Ms Dava his perspective.2024-05-2426 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Self-helpMs Dava and Chief discuss the foundations of self-help, which Chief suggests include four domains: values, purpose, vision, and influence, and how to improve them. Chief suggests that you have to begin at the beginning, by doing some self-assessment and discovery.2024-05-1625 minCreating Leaders Of Character!What's going on, on campus?!Ms Dava shares her perspective on what went on at her college, the University of Texas at Austin a few weeks ago. 2024-05-0922 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Schooling or TrainingChief and Ms Dava continue their discussion on the merits of formal education vs trade schools. Is one more valuable, more important, than the other? Is there a balance to be struck?2024-04-2521 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Value of EducationAs Ms Dava gets ready to graduate from college, Chief asks her for her perspective on the value of formal education. Is it still important? Why? Does everyone need a college degree? What's the alternative?2024-04-1822 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Is Competition Good?2024-04-1123 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Wants vs Needs2024-04-0423 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Conflict Resolution RevolutionStill discussing conflict resolution, Chief suggest a revolutionary way of thinking about the topic and how to apply different methods.2024-03-2820 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Conflict ResolutionMs Dava and Chief discuss how to resolve conflicts. WAIT! Do they? Or is there a conflict between them that needs resolving?2024-03-2120 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Power of Positive Communication2024-03-1423 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Communication is Key!Ms Dava and Chief discuss the importance of communication in any relationship and how to improve on it.2024-03-0722 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I AM! Part 2Chief and Ms Dava conclude their discussion on the Character Identity Discovery Process proposing that the measure of our identity is based on what we do and don't do.2024-02-2922 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I AM!Ms Dava and Chief ponder the question of whether we have multiple identities or just one with different parts. 2024-02-2222 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I DO! Part 2Ms Dava and Chief continue their discussion on the Character Identity Discovery Process, I DO!, as they touch on topics such as procrastinating, the OODA Loop, and the power of saying no.2024-02-1521 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I DO!Having discussed the first two parts of Chief's Character Identity Development Process in previous episodes, Ms Dava and Chief discuss the third part of the process that Chief calls "I DO!" Our character is measured by what we do, but doing what we know we should is not necessarily, nor always, easy. It takes a deep commitment. Here are their thoughts.2024-02-0821 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I WILL! - Part 3Ms Dava and Chief finish off their discussion on the second step of the Character Identity Discovery Process, I WILL!, by sharing their thoughts on such topics as respect, forgiveness, motivation, and accountability, and their importance to helping one discover their Character Identity. 2024-02-0121 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I WiLL! Part 2To know but not to do is not to know. The first part of the process, the I CAN!, is important but is of no value until you DO IT! That is a matter of commitment, which is the I WILL! In this episode, Ms Dava and Chief discuss how to make that commitment. It takes discipline and willfulness. And it works best when it's habitual!2024-01-2523 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Discovery Process - I will!Ms Dava and Chief introduce the idea of willingness as part of the Character Identity Discovery Process. It follows the self-efficacy part of "I can."2024-01-1821 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Power of Self-EfficacyChief and Ms Dava continue their discussion on the Character Identity Development Process, particularly the power of self-efficacy. 2024-01-1120 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Character Identity Process - I CanChief mentioned a four-part identity/integrity process last episode that he and Ms Dava discuss more deeply in this episode, specifically the first step, which is I Can or self-efficacy.2024-01-0421 minCreating Leaders Of Character!What Does the Future Hold?Ms Dava and Chief share their thoughts on what the future might hold and how to envision the future. The holidays are a good time to seek solitude and answer the most powerful questions such as what ARE my values, purpose, vision, and influencers, and how will they affect my character development? This episode concludes Season 2. We'll take a break and return in mid-January 2024. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!2023-12-1423 minCreating Leaders Of Character!What Happened?!Chief and Ms Dava discuss some things that happened this past season that they call blessings and the value of assessing and measuring past achievements and plans as part of creating our character.2023-12-0722 minCreating Leaders Of Character!An Attitude of Gratitude!Ms Dava and Chief share what they're grateful for this Thanksgiving holiday, which includes their listeners. Thank you! And Happy Thanksgiving!2023-11-2122 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Purpose ShiftsAs a new mom, Ms Dava's purpose and priorities have changed. Purpose and values are key parts of a person's character. Ms Dava's character has grown a lot in the past few months. 2023-11-0921 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Ms Dava's a MOM!First of all, BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Ms Dava and her husband, Jacob, on the birth of their son, Joel! Chief and Ms Dava talk about the biggest character test of her life. New responsibilities require adapting to a new life.2023-11-0222 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Dava's Having a Baby!Ms Dava is having a baby soon, very soon, so we'll be taking a break until after the baby is born. She needs to focus on more important things. Blessings for an easy birth, Ms Dava!2023-09-0621 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Power of Relationships2023-08-2921 minCreating Leaders Of Character!When Does a Relationship Start?2023-08-2224 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The Purpose of SchoolingWhat's the real purpose of going to school? Is it to get good grades? Is it to learn?2023-08-1522 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Everybody Cheats!We all know that all high school and college students cheat! Or do they? Why do they, if they do? What's the answer?2023-08-0822 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Mental Fitness Part 22023-08-0122 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Mental Fitness Part 12023-07-2521 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Diet, Rest, and SleepDiet, rest, and sleep are critical to maintaining a resilient body. Here are some thoughts on how to do that.2023-07-1822 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Physical FitnessMs Dava and Chief share some thoughts and ideas regarding the importance and value of physical fitness to maintaining and sustaining a person's resiliency. Gotta take care of the vessel to be a Leader of character!2023-07-1121 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Family Lessons Part 2Ms Dava and Chief continue their discussion on where we get our CHARACTERistics.2023-05-2321 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Family Lessons Part 1Where do we learn or get our character traits? From our family is one place.2023-05-1621 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Empathic listeningListening is an important skill for Leaders of Character. What is EMPATHIC listening? 2023-05-0924 minCreating Leaders Of Character!RespectWe have different ways of showing respect. Some are generational. 2023-05-0222 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Listening Part 2Chief and Mrs Dava continue their discussion on the power of listening.2023-04-2521 minCreating Leaders Of Character!ListeningMrs Dava and Chief talk about the importance and value of listening, not just hearing.2023-04-1821 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Judge notWho are we to judge?2023-04-1122 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Finding your purposeWhat is your life's purpose and how do you find it? Those are the topics Ms Dava and Chief discuss in this episode.2023-04-0422 minCreating Leaders Of Character!VALUES - How we're influencedChief and Dava finish their discussion on values and start talking about purpose.2023-03-2821 minCreating Leaders Of Character!VALUES - Where do we get them?We're constantly bombarded with influences, but, ultimately, our values are still a choice.2023-03-2122 minCreating Leaders Of Character!SpiritualityChief and Dava talk about the importance of spirituality.2023-03-1423 minCreating Leaders Of Character!VALUES! Define them.You may think you know what's important to you, but do you know what the labels you use mean? Yeah, more defining stuff....2023-03-0724 minCreating Leaders Of Character!VALES! What does that even mean?It's very difficult to discuss or understand a topic if you don't know what it means first. We start our discussion on VALUES by defining the term.2023-02-2821 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Gratitude and humilityGratitude and humility are foundational virtues that Leaders of Character practice daily. 2023-02-2121 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The essence of lifeDava and Chief dig deeper into the essence of life, not just its purpose.2023-02-1420 minCreating Leaders Of Character!A Leader of Character does their bestA Leader of Character does their best! But what does THAT mean?2023-02-0720 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Selflessness is keyA Leader of character is selfless. It's not about him or her. But where does one get that CHARACTERistic?2023-01-3121 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The purpose of lifeDava and Chief get deep into philosophy as they discuss the purpose of life.2023-01-2421 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Doing what's rightA Leader of Character does what's right! But what does that mean? By who's measure and perspective? 2023-01-2422 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Doing what's rightA Leader of Character does what's right! But, what does that mean? By who's measure and perspective? 2023-01-0522 minCreating Leaders Of Character!Introducing ourselvesChief Bob Vásquez, and Ms Dava Flowers introduce themselves, sharing who they are and where they're from physically and philosophically. 2023-01-0521 minCreating Leaders Of Character!The C.L.O.C!Join Dava Flowers and Chief Bob Vásquez on their new podcast!2022-12-2100 min