Cache of the Day - Getting Coined

After a recent presentation on Leadership that I provided to the Indiana National Guard, I was pleasantly surprised when the General "coined" me. I had heard of the military tradition, and I knew it was some sort of an honor, and I took it as such. Check out my picture of my coin.

The General - before presenting the coin to me - told me that he awarded this for exemplary performance and he felt that my presentation had a profound impact on his people (I had about 70 in the audience) and that I probably didn't even realize the extent of the impact since I wasn't familiar with the individuals. He said the activities I provided and the course of the topic was perfect for creating a sense of leadership amongst the individuals and set the teams up for a greater understanding of how to create a synergy of leadership, regardless of their "rank".

He then displayed his open palm with the coin you see here, and then shook my hand, thereby placing the coin into my palm.

I was flattered and honored and my half day with the Indiana National Guard created in me an even greater awe of the strength and conviction of our armed forces.

Click here to learn more about the coining tradition in the military.