Gaining The Respect Of Coworkers
For many years I have held the conviction that the “sacred/secular” distinctions we sometimes hear about are not supported anywhere in the Bible. Clergy and ...
Considering The Wonder Of Leadership
How do you know if you are a leader? Check and see if you have anyone following you. Having followers is the demonstration that there ...
Striving For Simplicity In A Complex World
You have probably noticed just how complex life has become. Business and professional people scan through hundreds of emails every workday to locate about a ...
Emotions In Business: Good Or Bad?
Emotions are curious things. We see them on display at weddings, sporting events, family gatherings, and in public demonstrations. They can range from joy and ...
Rediscovering Purpose And Calling
Every year the first Monday in September is designated Labor Day to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers. Unfortunately, research is showing ...
Too Busy For Time Alone – With God? (Part 2)
(Editor’s Note: This is the second of two parts.) Last week I wrote about how I discovered the value of a quiet getaway, not only ...
Too Busy For Time Alone – With God? (Part 1)
(Editor’s Note: This is the first of two parts.) Several years ago, a friend suggested a getaway to a retreat center once every quarter to ...
The Power And Impact Of Working In Twos
Have you ever noticed how many functional things come in twos? A bicycle, for instance, not only has two wheels and tires but also two ...
The Art Of Unconventional Leadership
Leadership. There are many perspectives on what a conventional leader looks like, but years of experience have taught me that if we are serious about ...
A Personal Story Of Transformation
Years ago, I worked with a professional engineer I will call Jim – a very religious man known for his stoic, professional demeanor. Initially wary ...
Do You Know Where Your Treasure Is?
Have you ever been on a treasure hunt? They come in a variety of forms. Some involve a crudely drawn treasure map like legendary pirates ...
We Are The Average Of Our Five Closest Friends
It has often been said that we are the average of our five closest friends. I do not know if actual data can back up ...
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