“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3 As we prepare to celebrate Christmas this Sunday, it is only appropriate that we honor the leader of all leaders this week, Jesus. In the world we live in today, our culture is very much a … Read more
“It’s not enough to have lived. We should be determined to live for something.” — Winston S. Churchill Over the years as I work to grow in my leadership and be the leader I know God has called me to be; I have read from, studied, and benchmarked some of the most successful leaders. I … Read more
“Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” — Vince Lombardi I love to talk about personal growth. It’s one of my God gifted duties to see that everybody around me pushes to be the best version of themselves. It’s because I know that before you can lead and help … Read more
“The devil doesn’t have to steal anything from you, all he has to do is make you take it for granted” – Max Lucado When we’re in a negative place and mindset, it is not at all possible to be grateful. In order to be at our best as leaders, living and leading in gratitude … Read more
“Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another” – Napoleon Hill The more I see examples of leadership and influence not just in my organization being put forth, but also in places I visit, the more I’m reminded of … Read more
“The greatest enemy of tomorrow’s success is yesterday’s success.” – Pastor Rick Warren Change is challenging. No one really likes to change, not even us as leaders. Unless the change of course is our own great idea! John Maxwell says it like this, “Most people are more comfortable with old problems than new solutions, because … Read more
“Take the high road; it’s far less crowded” — Warren Buffet People who choose to seek more out of life don’t do so because it’s the only available option. They don’t do it by accident either. By choosing to take the more narrow, higher road, they drain animosity and bitterness out of relationships, serving to … Read more
“A-a-aye, I’m on vacation, Every single day ’cause I love my occupation… A-a-aye, I’m on vacation – If you don’t like your life, then you should go and change it!” — Jared Watson, Dirty Heads song writer. Ever since I was introduced to that song from a friend of mine a few months ago, I … Read more
“The ideal man bears the accidents of life with dignity and grace, making the best of circumstances.” – Aristotle Grace is often a word we might throw around here and there, but we may struggle to define it. We celebrate it, but I also think we misunderstand it – especially when it comes to giving grace … Read more
“Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.” — William Arthur Ward A young man wished to marry the farmer’s beautiful daughter. He went to the farmer to ask his permission.The farmer looked him over and said, “Son, go stand out in that field. I’m going to release three bulls, one at … Read more