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What Is The Heartbeat Of Your Mission?

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Over the years I have worked with several companies and organizations in a variety of roles. Most of them have had clearly stated missions. Some even printed and displayed their mission statements at strategic spots around their facilities to serve as continual reminders of the answers to questions like, “Why are we here?” “What are we … Read more

The Importance of Serving Others

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When I was planning to start my own business years ago, I began looking for ways I could serve people. I was particularly interested in finding an opportunity where outstanding customer service would be welcomed and rewarded. The result was Mathis Photo, Inc, a custom photo lab. We did whatever was necessary to deliver top-rate … Read more

Finding Encouragement In Discouraging Times

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Being an optimist by nature, troubles must stack up very high before I begin to feel discouraged. Usually, I can find a bright side to any dark time. However, I had one of those weeks recently when my optimism was no match for the daunting challenges I was facing. Our upcoming event was becoming overwhelming … Read more

CBMC Korea “Arises and Shines” Under New Leadership

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During the 57th Annual General Meeting in Seoul on February 16, 2024, Mr. Bum Chul Choi was officially appointed as the 20th Central Chairman of CBMC Korea. Alongside him, Saeho Chang assumed the role of Senior Vice Chairman. CBMC Korea’s significant influence extends beyond South Korea, impacting Korean-speaking business communities globally. Under Chairman Choi’s leadership … Read more

A Working Career — Time For Many Relationships

Work. Some people love it and can’t get enough of it. Many of those might qualify as workaholics. For others, work is a necessary evil, a means for putting food on the table, putting a roof over our heads, and providing clothing to wear, paying bills, and participating in pursuits that bring happiness. But have … Read more

To Arrive Safely, It Is Wise To Stay In The Boat

Even in the so-called secular business and professional world, the Bible has much to teach us. For instance, Matthew 14 recounts a time Jesus walked on water while His disciples were in a storm-tossed boat. One of them, Peter, ever the enthusiast, wanted to join Him. So, Jesus invited him to “come.” For the first … Read more

Differences Between A Boss And A Leader

Over my working career I have had numerous people I would sometimes refer to as “boss.” They were the people I reported to, who had hired me, and – if I did not do my job satisfactorily – had the authority to fire me. Thankfully, in most cases my “bosses” also were good leaders. But … Read more

The Benefits Of Working With God

In my career, I have started businesses without God, and I have started some with God. That is, in some cases I determined what kind of business to start and handled all the details on my own, without any consultation with God. For others, I took the time to pray, seeking God’s wisdom and direction, … Read more

Confirming The Work Of Our Hands

How would you evaluate your current work situation? Is it the best job you have ever had? Is it adequate for the moment, but only a steppingstone for where you would like your career to go in the future? Are you actively looking for a better opportunity? Or is it a situation where you feel … Read more

Two Perspectives On Success

Do you desire to become a worldly success? There are a number of possible approaches to achieving this goal, but one of the most tried and true strategies is to focus on leadership. In other words, discover how to get other people to do what you want. They perform much of the work, while you receive … Read more

Addressing The Aging Dilemma

For business and professional leaders in many nations, the issue of aging employees has become an important matter for discussion. In some countries, such as the United States, people in the workplace are getting older on average. Some companies have age limits established for mandatory retirement, but should people’s right to extend their careers be … Read more

God’s Message For The Global Marketplace

More than 26 years ago Tim Philpot, serving as President of CBMC International at the time, conceived the idea for a weekly workplace meditation called “Monday Manna.” Initially it was sent by fax, going out every Monday morning to anyone who requested it, with the goal of encouraging, challenging and inspiring readers to view their … Read more