The idea that a leader is identified by her followers is a powerful truth. Max de Pree says it this way, "The signs of outstanding leadership appear primarily among the followers. Are the followers reaching their potential? Are they learning?... Continue Reading →
We sat having lunch, enjoying a sandwich together. Katie is a longtime friend from my career as a pastor. Our conversation topics were all over the place. Church life, personal challenges, Border Collies, and leadership. We found all of it... Continue Reading →
On Tuesday, we discussed whether decisiveness is a core aspect of leadership. Compelling evidence does suggest that leaders have a bias toward action. Consider this quote: “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right... Continue Reading →
This morning, a young man sat in my office, grappling with his calling as a leader. Isaiah (pseudonym) is naturally gifted as a shepherd, people-pleaser, go-with-the-flow guy. His peers naturally gravitate towards him and look up to him. Yet, he... Continue Reading →
The late Stephen Covey used to say, "The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing" (The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People). Sometimes he would then demonstrate this using a bucket and rocks. If you have... Continue Reading →
I have often heard leaders use the phrase ""tough love" as an approach to holding others accountable for their actions. In the Scriptures, however, God uses a kind of "tough love" with himself through His self-sacrificing work on the cross.... Continue Reading →
The introduction to Henry Cloud’s book The Power of the Other states, “Most leadership coaching focuses on helping leaders build their skills and knowledge and close their performance gaps.” Cloud proposes something else. Based on the most recent studies in... Continue Reading →
On Tuesday, we talked about how poverty isn't simply economic, but a holistic lack of understanding about one's identity and purpose. Today, consider this quote from Merton: “Surrender your own poverty and acknowledge your nothingness to the Lord. Whether you... Continue Reading →
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