It’s official, the Cross Family is headed to “Pahk the car in Hahvahd yard.” I’m attending ⁦@Harvard⁩ as National Security Defense Fellow ⁦@BelferCenter⁩ for ⁦@USArmy⁩ SSC. Looking forward to get “wicked smaht” & come back focused to drive results & lead change

@JeffWillifordTX @JohnCornyn Thanks Jeff for your service to the great state of Texas. It’s been great to work alongside you. Looking forward to hearing what’s next for you.

RT @RyanHoliday: You only control the effort, not the results.

Aristotle outlined a formula on how to master the art of persuasion in “Rhetoric.” Here’s the 5 rhetorical devices you need to include: 1) Ethos or “Character” 2) Logos or “Reason” 3) Pathos or “Emotion” 4) Metaphor 5) Brevity

This picture represents over a decade of @TXMilitary Intelligence leaders commanding the remarkably motivated and bright Soldiers of the #636EMIBn @71EMIB @USNationalGuard #BeAllYouCanBe #AlwaysReady #LeadershipMatters

RT @RyanHoliday: The less energy we waste regretting the past or worrying about the future, the more energy we will have for what’s in fron…

After a weekend of tough competition, my youngest son’s team finally got the results they have been working so hard to accomplish all season. It reminded me of @Giannis_An34 that sometimes you win & sometimes you lose, but treat failure as “steps to success.” #neverquit

I am honored to have attended several deserving promotions over the last 2 weeks. There was a common thread in which their families’ service began & continued over several many generations. “If not us, then who?” - COL (R) Dietz as he gives the oath to his daughter, MAJ Calderon

@jbyerly81 @melissa_urban I have been following @melissa_urban for years & her boundary work is revolutionary. I have suffered for years the pressure of always saying yes to every task assigned. I recently learned saying “no” can be saying “yes” to so many other important things too. #perspective

RT @ArmyIntelCG:

@lizshumpert24 @TXMilitary @lisa_jaster @YSigcho Liz you are a rock star! You consistently make every organization and the people within those formations you serve in better. A+++

Packed house this week for @TXMilitary “Show up: Be the Change you seek” panel w/ LTC @lisa_jaster & SSG Liz Cox. We discussed how standards should be genderless, asking for help, importance of mentors & having a tribe, & how to follow your passions in uniform. #LeadershipMatters

RT @RyanHoliday: What’s in your control: - what you do - what you say - what you think What isn’t: - what other people do - what other peo…

Great article about the future of Mission Command. #winningmatters

Tomorrow is a going to be a great conversation with LTC @lisa_jaster and SSG Liz Cox so don’t miss it. Time is 11AM CST. If you are local come head over to Camp Mabry at Austin, Texas or tune in from wherever you are. #leadershipmatters @TXMilitary

Looking forward to talking to these trailblazers @lisa_jaster & Liz Cox. Event is open to the public & if you are not local, check out @TXMilitary official social platforms for live stream. Please spread the word & DM me if you have a burning question; I’ll ask it! #mentorship

RT @ArmyIntelCG:

@dementdw Sir remember you are an Admiral in the Texas Navy. You could have named it Admiral Darrell Dement Services 🫡

Thanks to the entire @USNationalGuard G2 team for hosting a world class, stimulating conference. Looking forward to the Intelligence Modernization Plan that synchronizes our efforts & nested w/ @ARNGDirector & @USArmyIntelG2 @ArmyIntelCG #winningmatters #peoplematter #alwaysready