We can all tend to get in such a hurry, running from one meeting to the next, and keeping ourselves occupied with a flurry of activity. Ironically enough, this some how seems to be a badge of honor. For we falsely assume it shows how important, in-demand, invaluable, and wanted we are. So, we keep …
“Good Grief”
It's strange how brokenness and sorrow can lead to peace and joy. Yet, when we come to the end of our rope and feel as though we have lost everything, it seems as if it's then, we can truly see what matters most. This has definitely proved true for me as two of the most …
Leading Light Bulb Moments
I've enjoyed the opportunity to serve in various leadership roles for nearly two decades, have read countless books, and benefited from wise mentors. Yet, each year, reveals there is still so much to learn. Such as, being an effective leader is not a destination, but rather a journey. It's an adventure of discovery that never …
Rose Colored Glasses
We often don't think of being broken as a good thing, but actually brokenness often leads to our greatest breakthrough. Kintsugi is a type of art that intentionally breaks perfectly good works of pottery into pieces and then works to gently repair and put it all back together with gold. This process not only makes …
Leading From Behind
Many opinions on leadership are out there for sure and much can be learned from many of them. My leadership has definitely evolved over the years, and will hopefully always do so. For no one is a perfect leader. It's an ever growing and ever changing process that requires commitment, study, time, application, and retrospection. …
Feeling Like A Square Peg In A Round Hole
Ever feel like a you're a square peg in a round hole? Like you just don't seem to fit? I have and still do from time to time. This can happen at work, home, church, and social events. But why does this happen? Our need for control and the lack of it is definitely one …
Steer From Fear
Fear can be crippling, paralyzing, and debilitating. Yet, it's something we all have to deal with eventually. Recently, my family rented a boat while we were visiting the Florida Keys. We had a GPS and set our course for a famed coral reef out in the middle of the ocean. I know how to drive …
