Posts Tagged ‘leadership’
Leadership Counsel
I have had the privilege of serving in areas of leadership, both in ministry and in business. There is a common thread in each situation. People in strong positions of leadership are wise to surround themselves with wise people who will speak plainly from their perspective. This can give great insight to a leader who…
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 MoreLeadership Strength
I enjoy looking at great leaders and studying their lives behind the scenes. One of my favorite all-time leaders to study is Abraham Lincoln. I think leadership is an art for sure. It takes great skill and patience to lead others who are deeply opinionated, stubborn and often bull-headed. David was a leader before he…
Read MoreDirection & Protection
Sometimes I pray what some may call a silly prayer. Just yesterday, I needed a small part for my pool pump, and it was after hours that the Pool Store would be opened. I talked to the Lord about this and I thought that I had kept the part from an old filter in the…
Read MoreA Different Kind of Fight
I’m currently reading “Lincoln – Team of Rivals”, a book that chronicles the rise of Abraham Lincoln’s political career and his election as our 16th President. There are many parts of his life that I didn’t know. There are also many facets of American History that I wasn’t aware of. For example, the southern states…
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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