Posts Tagged ‘influence’
Wealth & Wisdom
There are people who are really wealthy, but not wise. There are people who are wise, but poor. Then there are those who are wise and wealthy and that’s the person I want to pay closer attention too. I think wealth and wisdom are often connected. People who are wise and wealthy are often self-educated.…
Read MoreFamily Tree
I think it would absolutely crazy to trace our family tree back to biblical times. I’m not sure you could even do that. I think it would be cool to trace my ancestry back to the emigrants who first came to America. I do think it’s good to know where I came from, but it’s…
Read MoreMom’s Influence
This would probably be an appropriate tribute to Mom’s around Mother’s Day, but I think we should celebrate Mom’s all year long. I am married to a wonderful Mom (and Nana). I am blessed with a wonderful Mom who gave counsel and advice my whole life. She was also blessed with a wonderful Mom (aka…
Read MoreUnder The Influence
This phrase usually brings up thoughts of alcohol and drunkenness. I want to see if from a different perspective. Everyone on is “under the influence” of someone. People in leadership are influencers for sure, but they are also under the influence of someone or something. I’ve always heard of wicked King Ahab and his wicked…
Read MoreBoard of Directors
I have served on some board of directors and it was not always pleasant. I don’t feel like it’s my strong suit. I am a bit of a “triage” person. I have an opinion about how to fix things and how to get things moving. I’m not very patient when it comes to getting deep…
Read MoreLeader Goes Last
There are times when a leader is out in front staring down opposition and looking at options. The leader cuts a path for others to travel with direction and even protection. Sometimes the leader is the last to be honored and blessed. If a leader is not a servant leader, I’m not sure he can…
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