David R. King Ph.D.
Dave is an Associate Professor of Management at Marquette University. He earned his Ph.D. in strategy and entrepreneurship from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. He is a recognized expert on merger and acquisition performance, technology innovation and defense procurement with articles appearing in leading journals. A list of his publications can be found at www.drking.biz .
Dave retired from the Air Force where he served as a procurement official on defense programs. In his last assignment, he managed the MQ-1 Predator and AC-130 Gunship programs at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The MQ-1 Predator program combines a remotely piloted aircraft and ground control station. Dave also served as the commander of the AC-130 Gunship acquisition squadron responsible for developing and integrating sensor and weapon systems onto cargo aircraft. His experience extends to both in line and staff organizations procuring and modifying F-15, F-117 and F-22 aircraft.
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Dave retired from the Air Force where he served as a procurement official on defense programs. In his last assignment, he managed the MQ-1 Predator and AC-130 Gunship programs at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The MQ-1 Predator program combines a remotely piloted aircraft and ground control station. Dave also served as the commander of the AC-130 Gunship acquisition squadron responsible for developing and integrating sensor and weapon systems onto cargo aircraft. His experience extends to both in line and staff organizations procuring and modifying F-15, F-117 and F-22 aircraft.
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Four Skills of Effective ManagersEffective managers are not different from regular people. What is different about effective managers is what they focus on at work. Learn four key skills that you can start using to be more effective at work. -
Stakeholder AnalysisKnowing when a stakeholder can and cannot be ignored can make the difference in getting something done or just simply continuing to talk about it. The steps to performing a stakeholder analysis are outlined. -
Leadership in the Aerospace IndustryA lot can be learned about the future of the Aerospace industry by looking at its past. -
Business and SustainabilityBusinesses need to generate more value from their resources than they use, and the problem of sustainability arises when costs are transferred to others.
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Remembering the Role of Middle Managers in AcquisitionsAcquisitions are not a sure thing and attention needs to be paid to middle managers during implementation to enlist support in turning the strategy for an M&A into a reality.
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Teaching AgainAfter ten years of professional experience, I have returned to teaching. My motivation was to better prepare students for work life, but I have also realized I need to update my teaching.
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Stakeholder AnalysisThe purpose of stakeholder analysis involves considering why you want change and incorporating the perspectives of others to increase your chances of success beyond those attributable to beginner's luck. -
The Relationship Between Strategic Vision and PlanningAchieving more requires a vision of your destination and a strategic plan to get there. To help people achive more, a short summary of the relationship between strategic visions, planning, and implementation is provided. -
Business Strategy 101: Game TheoryMultiple theoretical perspectives are needed to explain business strategy, as each only presents a partial explanation of organizations and their performance. A brief summary of Game Theory is provided. -
Business Strategy 101: Agency TheoryMultiple theoretical perspectives are needed to explain business strategy, as each only presents a partial explanation of organizations and their performance. A brief summary of Agency Theory is provided. -
Business Strategy 101: Industrial Organization (IO) EconomicsMultiple theoretical perspectives are needed to explain business strategy, as each only presents a partial explanation of organizations and their performance. A brief summary of Industrial Organization Economics is provided.
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Business Strategy 101: Resource Based TheoryMultiple theoretical perspectives are needed to explain business strategy, as each only presents a partial explanation of organizations and their performance. A brief summary of Resource Based Theory is provided. -
Business Strategy 101: Transaction Cost Economics (TCE)Multiple theoretical perspectives are needed to explain business strategy, as each only presents a partial explanation of organizations and their performance. A brief summary of Transaction Cost Economics is provided. -
What Business Strategy is NotThe life span of organizations today is falling. Recognizing what strategy does not cover can help improve our understanding of business. -
What is Business Strategy?The challenges people face in a rapidly changing economic environment are greater than ever. A better understanding of business strategy can help people chart a course through turbulent times.
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America's Management CrisisThe future success of firms depends on middle managers. Here are some challenges middle managers need to be prepared to face.
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Business of Defense: Understanding Defense SpendingThere is a critical need for small manufacturers in the defense industry. An overview of understanding the defense industry along with two strategies and two approaches to getting defense work are provided.
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Funny Things Can Happen when You Wear a Military Uniform in PublicTwo random and humorous events while I wore an Air Force uniform.
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Quasi-Conforming: Hiding in Plain SightConforming comes with a price, but often the price paid for not conforming is higher. One solution is quasi-conforming, or wearing conformity as a camouflage.
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Performing a SWOT Analysis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and ThreatsA SWOT analysis can help businesses or people develop strategies to achieve their goals. The basis of a SWOT analysis are described.
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Three Reasons I Have a Living WillFor me having a living will is about decreasing the burden of others in making decisions for me, when they may not know what I want, and in avoiding medical care and bills I would not want.
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Confronting a New Experience: Seek Out AdviceThere is no reason to re-learn something someone else has already experienced. Leverage the experience of those that went before you in tasks both large and small.
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Perfecting Leadership Through FollowershipA funny video was the catalyst for helping me codify three of my leadership lessons learned.
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Ramin Bahrani: A Different LensThe films of Ramin Bahrani provide a lens with a different view that can result in a deeper understanding of life.
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Playing PoliticsBecause politics are not openly recognized, most people learn politics through what they experience or from the school of hard knocks. The goal of this article is to outline basic political skills.
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Quick Writing GuideAttention paid to paper development and time spent revising drafts will lead to improved success in your personal and professional writing. Proven organizing and editing techniques for improving writing are reviewed.
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Learning About Innovation from the GovernmentA review of innovation practices by the U.S. government that spreads approaches around to avoid missing opportunities.
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Power of BeliefA description of beliefs that can make a difference in people's lives: 1) believe it is possible, 2) learn from failure, and 3) become part of an organization larger than yourself.
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Leadership EthicsThe best way to prepare for leadership challenges is to consider examples of situation others have faced. Three situations I faced as a manager are described to help people prepare for handling leadership issues.
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You're in Charge - Now What?Based on a 'true' story of leading a new division, the dilemmas a new manager faces are developed along with reflection questions to help people prepare for the challenge of Management.
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Google Chrome: The Choice of Those in the KnowReviews several Google Chrome applications that are available and can make life easier.
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My First Mid-life CrisisWaking up at 3 a.m. to start training for my first marathon in 12 weeks, I was in for some unexpected events...chafed nipples, Vaseline mishaps, and speedwalking grandmothers. -
The Power of Human TouchWe humans leave an indelible mark not just on the landscape, but on each other. I call this the power of human touch. This article describes an example of how we can wear away injustice and ignorance.
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Today's Teens Are on the MoveThe accomplishment of teends shows the worth of an accomplishment can often be measured by the amount of effort required to achieve it.
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Unintended Consequences: Picking a Foreign LanguageSome of the more memorable lessons are the ones we learn the hard way. Here's a humorous outcome from a relatively simple decision. -
Beware Father-in-Law Bearing GiftsAn invitation to speak at my Father-in-law's Veteran of Foreign War (VFW) post takes unexpected turns. -
My WOW MomentThe success of anything worth doing depends on thousands of things and people. Here is a story about one of those things... -
Leaders Vs. ManagersLeaders and managers or not so different, and some simple steps can undo a lot of potential damage.
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What's Your Mission in Life?Take the time to build your mission and you just might inspire yourself to achieve more in life!
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Canada ConundrumTravel to Canada offers the potential for exotice experiences and some ethical decisions for U.S. travellers.
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What Kind of Animal Are You?A descriptive parable designed to make people think about how they approach the world using a Native American story.
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Reviewing Your Goals and How to Achieve ThemA quick guide to performing a SWOT analysis to identify alternatives and make decisions.
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Considering Margin AccountsThe risk and reward of margin accounts and why you may want one anyway.
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The Value of Social SecuritySocial Security benefits are similar to a bond, but its value is generally not considered in making asset allocation decisions. Learn how to calculate the value of Social Security.
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Indexed Stocks: Exchange Traded FundsAn exchange-traded fund (ETF) offers the advantages of mutual funds including low expense ratios, tracking of a market index, and wider diversification than individual company stocks.
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Toto's Management CrisisWhat do you do when faced with something "they" didn't cover in the leadership manual?
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America and the Importance of TraditionsA definitive momement where the generation gap collapses in one American family and a Father is choked with pride. -
Cogito Ergo SumIn a post-apocalyptic world, will the observation by Descartes "I think; therefore, I am" continue to distinguish what it means to be human?