Guardians,
We are the warfighters charged with securing the ultimate high ground…The Invisible Front Line. As the United States Space Force evolves, so do the threats we face. The complexity of the space domain demands more than just technological superiority; it demands cognitive dominance. To win, we must be able to out-think, out-maneuver, and out-lead our adversaries at every turn.
You are our decisive edge. You are the human weapon system, and your mind is your primary asset. Our foundational documents, including Space Force Vector 2025, Doctrine Document 1, and the Space Warfighting Framework, provide the strategic blueprint. But doctrine is only as strong as the leaders who apply it. True mastery requires a relentless commitment to personal growth and intellectual readiness.
To that end, I am proud to release the second edition of my Leadership Library. This is not just a reading (or listening) list; it is an arsenal of ideas. It is a toolkit designed to forge you into the creative, resilient, and courageous professionals our service and our nation require. Also included are a few fun lighthearted recommendations I’ve enjoyed.
This new collection has been curated to challenge your perspectives on leadership, enhance your decision-making, and build a culture of peak performance. These books, alongside the insights from the Perigee Podcast and The B-Line, are your resources for cultivating the warfighter’s mindset.
The future of our service will be defined by our collective commitment to master our craft and our will to win. I challenge you to embark on this journey of continuous learning. Seize this opportunity to sharpen your mind and become the leader you were meant to be. Let us continue to forge Guardians who dominate the space domain and secure our nation's future.
This is the Way!
John F. Bentivegna
Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force