Welcome back to the Team Room with the whole squad! This week we have Air Force Special Operations Combat Systems Officer (CSO), Lt Col Chris Lott! In this conversation, Chris shares his journey in the Air Force, from his entry into the ROTC program to becoming a Combat Systems Officer, and his experiences in various different aircraft during his career. He discusses the challenges he faced and the decisions he made along the way. Chris also talks about the mission and role of the U-28s and the importance of their work on the battlefield.  Finally, Chris reflects on managing risk in the military and the challenges faced in recent years. The conversation covers topics such as trusting and empowering leaders, managing risk, empowering people to take risks, diversity of background, leadership and delegating, balancing work and family, the culture of the Guard, and advice for joining the Air Force. We hope you enjoyed this one and make sure to follow Danger Close Apparel on Instagram @dangerclose_apparel - make sure to cop a sweet shirt and support the cause and make sure to use code OnesReady at checkout 😎 .  00:00 Aaron does poorly 01:26 Background and Entry into the Air Force 10:22 Overcoming Challenges and Changing Paths 13:32 Transitioning to the Guard 15:00 Motivation and Finding the Right Fit 17:14 Mission and Role of the U-28s 19:01 Importance of U-28s in the Battlefield 21:56 Preparing for First Deployment 23:52 Challenges of Deployment 29:35 Managing Risk and Challenges 35:47 Trusting and Empowering Leaders 37:13 Managing Risk 38:43 Empowering People to Take Risks 40:11 Diversity of Background 41:08 Leadership and Delegating 42:54 Balancing Work and Family 46:23 The Culture of the Guard 52:23 Danger Close Apparel 56:33 Advice for Joining the Air Force Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1Ready Alpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete CardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADY Dread River - Promo Code: ONESREADY Eberlestock - Promo Code: OR10 Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADY Trench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not consti...