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HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE LEADER
Lieutenant General Andrea D . Tullos , a three-star general respon sible for professional military education across the U . S . Air Force , embodies strength , integrity and authentici ty . She joined the Air Force with a tongue-in-cheek , straightforward “ desire to get out of school ” but quickly rose through the ranks , evolving into one of the most impactful leaders in her field .
General Tullos ’ career , defined by authentic courage and a commitment to integrity , underscores that leadership is a journey of understanding oneself , valuing others and consistently doing what ’ s right — even when it ’ s difficult . For those inspired by her example , these ten tips offer a blueprint for leading with conviction , purpose and grace .
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FAMILY FIRST : THE ESSENTIAL SUPPORT SYSTEM
A robust support system is invaluable . Family — whether biological , chosen or however you define it — provides the encouragement to take bold steps , make tough decisions and stay grounded . Looking back , it ’ s clear that a close circle of people I consider family has been a source of strength throughout every stage of my journey .
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BE AUTHENTIC : DON ’ T REINVENT YOURSELF
One of the greatest assets in leadership is authenticity . Staying true to yourself builds credibility and influence . My philosophy is simple : be transparent , be genuine and don ’ t apologize for who you are . Understanding who we are means accepting that every day is an opportunity for self-improvement . Knowing who we are doesn ’ t mean we ’ re better than anyone else .
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PURSUE YOUR PASSIONS RELENTLESSLY
Following your passion should be non-negotiable . I encourage aspiring leaders to pursue what they love and to persist even when faced with naysayers . Growing up in a neighborhood full of boys my age , I didn ’ t know I was “ supposed to be playing with the girls .” I just knew if I wanted to play , I had to be good enough that they wanted me on the team . I thrived . That early experience prepared me to succeed in a male-dominated field . It taught me to value persistence in the face of challenges .
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FINISH WHAT YOU START : HABITS THAT SHAPE CHARACTER
Finishing what you start is more than checking off a task on a to-do list ; it ’ s a habit that demonstrates commitment . Fulfilling responsibilities requires discipline and promotes accountability . Even small tasks matter — they helped shape my work ethic early on .
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