Fake It

By Dwayne Hicks | December 21, 2021 |

I remember being told, “Fake it until you make it”. This advice seemed to make sense when you’re new at a job. Even if I’m not skilled yet, I can act with confidence like I really know what I’m doing.  One of my favorite sayings…. “Go with what you know until your feelings catch up”.…

Read More

Authority or Power

By Dwayne Hicks | September 8, 2021 |

It is sometimes painful to watch people with power who have no authority. The reverse of that is tough as well, when people who have authority have no power. Leadership to me in more about influence then authority or power. There are times when authority is called for. Power is a bit more subjective. There…

Read More

Fake

By Dwayne Hicks | February 20, 2021 |

I have been “faked out” by people who appear genuine and real. I have had people tell me what I want to hear only to later find out the truth. I do believe that the truth usually finds its way out in the open. I’ve been around my share of fake people who act one…

Read More

My Motive

By Dwayne Hicks | March 19, 2018 |

I believe it would be dishonest to say that I don’t have a motive. My motive doesn’t have to be bad to be a motive. I’ve know people with good motives and good intentions and things still went sideways. I’m not always willing to reveal my motives, but the Lord already knows my motives. I’m…

Read More