CMSgt (Ret) Terry Savoie's Motivational Speech

2015-03-16T15:15:21-04:00

I have to say this was an incredibly motivating speech by CMSgt(Ret) Terry Savoie. Take it in pieces as it is a bit long, but not any less inspiring. Chief Savoie makes some hard hitting statements here: Some of my favorite quotes & topics I noted are below.

- "Doesn't matter what your job is, do it to the very best of your ability."
The story is comical as it relates to the Chief's early latrine duties as an airman in the F-4 jet maintenance shop. Until one day he was called out front-and-center in formation: "Airman Savoie, you have done such a wonderful job on the latrine, you are now the newest member of the jet engine test facility."
When he speaks of his joy, you can't help but smile here.

- When he signed an aircraft "ready to fly" he felt as if he was signing for his "Daddy" and "Grandaddy" as his name was a part of a pledge to each pilot.

- Commanders need to "be" the core values. We as leaders need to be fired up and enthusiastic. Your people want to be led.

Overall, Chief Savoie embodies the spirit of a team player. His personality is infectious and he is just plain addicted to winning. Know anyone like this?

Please share your favorite parts and why they resonate with you personally. What are the most important areas to highlight for the next generation of our military?

Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member Thanks for sending this over.

CMSgt(Ret) Terry Savoie Motivational Speech

This is the best motivational speech I have ever seen.

Response by CMSgt Mark Schubert made Mar 16 at 2015 3:32 PM

2015-03-16T15:32:22-04:00

Capt Brandon Charters this is great stuff - and I'm grateful I had solid mentors along my way that told me almost all of this before I also became a CMSgt. I think this should be required reading for all senior leaders and recommended for anyone who is thinking about the opportunity to be one.

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 16 at 2015 3:55 PM

2015-03-16T15:55:20-04:00

This is an awesome example of just telling the truth, if everyone did what Chief Savoie recommends we would all be better off for it!

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Mar 16 at 2015 4:12 PM

2015-03-16T16:12:16-04:00

This is an example of a TRUE Chief! I love hearing folks like this that have such a passion for the service. Reminds me of another more recently retired CMSgt that are still preaching the good word to "A" Airmen. Check out CMSgt (Ret) Juan Lewis. He is more famously known as "The Fired Up Chief." When you find folks like this, hold on, they are true life changers!

CMSgt Lewis actually retired 3 years ago today. Check him out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/CMSgt-Juan-Lewis-aka-The-Fired-Up-Chief/ [login to see] 1099?ref=br_tf

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 16 at 2015 4:35 PM

2015-03-16T16:35:30-04:00

If there was a Chief like this in my last squadron, I would have likely never separated.

Response by MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P made Mar 16 at 2015 7:00 PM

2015-03-16T19:00:14-04:00

Sadly, Today's Air Force has a plethora of E-9's but very few actual CHIEF's.

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 29 at 2015 9:44 AM

2015-04-29T09:44:48-04:00

I shared this in a sub-thread, but worth sharing with everyone. :)

Chief Barraza's story is awe-inspiring.

http://airman.dodlive.mil/2014/01/playing-the-pawn/

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