Overcoming
We all have obstacles in life and in our work. Some of those obstacles are large and others are smaller, but in every life there are obstacles for us to …
Tying the Past to the Present and Future
As you study people’s focus in life, many focus on our history and what has occurred in the past. These individuals look to the past to make decisions today. This …
Unstoppable, Committed Teams
What does it look like to have a committed team? A team who cares and wants to be about accomplishing important things? A committed team is driven by excellence of …
Being a Person of Influence
Influencing others is at the core of leadership. It requires that we understand how to communicate well, are open to others perspectives, and are aware of when to use our …
Inconvenient Truths
Mission and purpose create inconveniences for leaders. A mission compels us to take a different path and to sacrifice for something that is more important. It interrupts other endeavors, many …
Goals that will Produce True Success
Around this time of the year, many people begin to think of goals for the New Year. They remember those ideas they had hoped would happen last year and wonder …
Barriers to Progress
Deciding and making a commitment are some of the most difficult things to do. Many people talk about going back to school, writing a book, or losing weight. Most people …
The gifts of Christmas – Relationships
At Christmas, we are surrounded by decorations that provide important reminders to us. We are reminded of these important truths through music, visual decorations, through stories, community celebrations, and church …
The Gifts of Christmas – Peace
Years ago there was a Coca-Cola commercial with music that said, “I’d like to teach the world to sing, in perfect harmony, I’d like to hold it in my arms …
Christmas Lights
We all love Christmas decorations and especially all the lights that shine through the dark. Lights attract people to admire them and to feel pleasure from the way they sparkle. …