"Never Outsource Accountability" Many people confuse responsibility with accountability. They are different. As a leader, manager, or entrepreneur, you can delegate responsibilities to a co-worker, vendor,  or even your spouse, but you can never outsource accountability.  Ultimately, you are accountable for and own the end resultst. Remember, you, are the pilot in command of your jet. Don't expect anyone to hold you accountable but yourself! **************************************************** Every month or two, I like to share recommendations on great books that are coming out that can really help you in this ...

Waldo discusses how our country’s veterans can be wingmen for businesses and corporate America. The challenging economy and repressed job market presents an opportunity for employers to hire veterans who are well trained, disciplined, team players and know how to work under stressful conditions…all traits of a great wingman. [flowplayer src=http://www.yourwingman.com/wing-blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/012510_ff_waldman_FNC_012510_07-05_FNC_HIGH1.mp4, width=600, height=400 splash=http://www.yourwingman.com/wing-blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/splash_fox1.jpg]

In January of 2007, I made a commitment to write a book.  But it wasn’t an ordinary commitment.  I wanted to write a New York Times bestseller.  After all, if I was going to do something as unique as write a book, why not challenge myself to see if I could make a it a bestseller? After I made the commitment, I got busy.  Real busy. I attended seminars on book publishing, connected with fellow speakers who were successful authors, researched agents, built relationships with ...

Book by Decorated Fighter Pilot Soars Up the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists Atlanta, GA, December 15, 2009--Only one week after publication, NEVER FLY SOLO: Lead with Courage, Build Trusting Relationships and Reach New Heights in Business (McGraw-Hill; December 1, 2009; $24.95) hit both the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists. The author, Rob "Waldo" Waldman, kicked off the launch with high profile interviews on CNN and several nationally syndicated radio shows. All pre-advance profits ...

Never Fly Solo was rated at number one in 3 categories on Amazon.com's website on December 3, 2009. The ratings came just 2 days after the initial release of the leadership and motivational book by Rob Waldo Waldman #1 in “Motivation” #1 in “Leadership” #1 in “Business Management” Reviews from readers and bloggers included a recommendation from Bnet.com's Geoffrey James. "You Gotta Buy (and Read) This Book!"  and LeadershipNow.com, "Got Wingmen? Never Fly Solo".

Lead with Courage, Build trusting partnerships and Reach new heights in Business Rob "Waldo" Waldman was interviewed by CNN regarding his new book, Never Fly Solo. CNN Interview Transcript   To purchase Never Fly Solo click here WHITFIELD: Focus, discipline, and relying on your wingman: all secrets to success for fighter pilots. As our next guest has learned, these secrets to success can translate in life for those of us who are civilians and who don't have those stripes. Rob "Waldo" Waldman is ...

Thanksgiving is always a special holiday as we reflect on what we are thankful for. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life and forget to take time to smell the flowers and appreciate what we have.  I surely am guilty of this. When we really think about it, this holiday is really about being thankful for our relationships – the wingmen in our lives who give meaning to our missions. So, as we ponder what we’re ...

As we celebrate this Veterans Day to honor our country’s heroes and pay respect to their service and sacrifice, it’s difficult not to get caught up with the emotions and controversy surrounding the recent massacre at Fort Hood Army base in TX. What happened was indeed a tragedy and the families and loved ones of those killed or injured will have many challenging days ahead. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of them. Although difficult to do, I am ...