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He enrolled in the Air Force War College in 2008 and completed the program in 2009. “My focus was first to see how I could improve my strategic thinking utilizing the assets that this course could provide,” he said. “Tere is so much to grasp and under- stand thinking outside of the box. It places you in scenarios that will require critical thinking to gain the confidence as a strategic leader from subordinates and allies, as well as being able to place into practice learned skills.” Williams said having an Army back- ground and being selected for the Air Force War College was a challenge in itself. “My expectations were that this will broaden my understanding and thought process on how the DOD ‘fights to win’ strategically. Tis fight is not for one particular service alone, but jointly and may include foreign countries.”
Williams said the course requires dedication and a willingness to step outside of your comfort zone in order to gain and appre- ciate the learning that is available. “Tere is so much to absorb and put into everyday practice,” he said. “In everyday life and decision-making, I try to look at what I want the outcome to be and make sure the proper resources are available.”
He believes that because of the Air Force War College, he has been placed in positions of greater responsibility. “I have been assigned overseas in various positions to fully appreciate the knowledge gained through this course that can and is being used consistently. I would recommend that this course be a require- ment for all those that are in senior leadership positions and assigned to multiple programs that assist the warfighters in their
capabilities,” he said. “Tis is how programs are not only tied to each other, but across other services in DOD.”
Te most recent development program Williams attended was the Product Support Manager Course in 2019. “It brings you up more on the strategic level and provides a broader view of not individual programs, but the PEO as a whole, and the support a logistician can provide,” he said. “I would recommend this course to all logisticians that are looking to enhance their knowledge base and support programs versus products.”
With a broadened range of experience and training under his belt, Williams offers advice to junior acquisition personnel. “Don’t be afraid if you do not understand something from the beginning, this career field covers a large scale, but absorb all you can and try to practice as much as possible. If you want to learn how to swim, get out of the boat.”
Outside of work, Williams has a small farm that includes chick- ens and vegetables. “Tis keeps me busy and helps me develop strategies to keep it going,” he said. “Te commonality with work is that you must think strategically, logically and constantly. Know that the adversary is always watching. In the case of my farm, my adversaries are the foxes, bobcats, hawks and racoons that are trying to either steal, kill or eat the chickens. Remember, the lion is out there, and you must not be fearful of it.”
—CHERYL MARINO
GET OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE Williams demonstrating how combat equipment (sold to Saudi Arabia) could increase security in Singapore, on May 12, 2018. He always recommends getting out of your comfort zone and interacting internationally, globally and strategically. (Photo courtesy of Tommy Williams)
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