Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to HeroFront! Today, we have a distinguished guest with us, Lt. Gen. James C. “Jim” Slife, the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations at Headquarters U.S. Air Force. Lt. Gen. Slife is an exemplary leader with a remarkable background. Born near Detroit and raised in Hot Springs, Arkansas, he began his military career through the ROTC program at Auburn University.
Lt. Gen. Slife’s expertise lies in special operations aviation, where he has showcased unparalleled dedication and professionalism. He has held significant positions, including Commander at the Air Force Special Operations Command stationed in Florida. His leadership and strategic vision have made a lasting impact on the organization.
Today, we will delve into various topics with Lt. Gen. Slife. We’ll start by getting to know him better, followed by discussions on Chief Corey Olson’s retirement and the person who made this interview possible. We’ll explore his views on command teams and the special relationship with Chief Olson. Additionally, Lt. Gen. Slife will share an intriguing story about leaving his uniform behind and how his team saved the day.
Throughout the conversation, we’ll uncover Lt. Gen. Slife’s favorite book, his proudest Air Force moment, and the valuable lessons he learned during his time at Microsoft. We’ll touch upon topics like purpose, success, and the importance of not defining oneself by rank or position.
Lt. Gen. Slife will also share his perspective on the importance of the people he has worked with, reflecting on missions and the unforgettable experiences of combat. We’ll explore the different types of invisible wounds experienced by military personnel, including neurocognitive, psychological, and moral injuries.
Our conversation will offer a unique take on work-life balance, integrity, and the vision of the 2030 Airman. Lastly, we’ll wrap up with what makes Lt. Gen. Slife so admirable and what I love about him.
Stay tuned for an enlightening and engaging conversation with Lt. Gen. James C. “Jim” Slife, a true leader in the U.S. Air Force.
THIS IS A PRIVATE ACCOUNT. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENTAL STATUS.
