Great thinking . . . it unveils possibilities, solves problems, births movements, launches innovation, and honors God. Thinking is essential for leadership. But how do leaders practice great thinking? What does it mean to think for a change?
Read MoreComplete this sentence. "Leaders are ___________." That's easy, right?
Read MoreHe loved to read. He devoured some twenty thousand volumes in his lifetime.[1] Reading was a discipline that defined his life and shaped his leadership. It can shape yours as well.
Read MoreIf you are leading, it is your job to manage your own morale. But how do leaders "keep their heads up," especially in the face of daunting challenges and difficult people?
Read More“If it bleeds it leads.” This little editorial cliché is more fact than fiction. Leaders must monitor the scoreboard in the contest between Encouragement and Criticism. Which kind of words are winning in your organization?
Read MoreLeadership is a crock pot venture in a microwave world. Sometimes we just need to hang on.
Read MoreGospel-Centered Leadership is a brand new book -- and an excellent piece of work -- by Steve Timmis. In this post I'll share a brief overview of Steve's book, a few excerpts, and a link to where you can get the first chapter for free.
Read MoreWe admire grit in our heroes, but it is absolutely essential for our leaders. In this post I share where leaders find their grit.
Read MoreLeaders are communicators. When a leader has a cleverly crafted message that is hard to understand it is like looking at the car in this image.
Read MoreDoes your communication split the sky like lightning? It depends on how you use your words. Here are five principles that turn candles into spotlights.
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