Why Leaders Seek Solitude

Oh the nuggets that are tucked away in old books. Frédéric Louis Godet, a Swiss Protestant theologian, makes an insightful application for Christian leaders after reading Luke's account of Jesus' early-morning practice.

The Leader's LifeNovember 23, 2013Meditation, Reflection, Self-LeadershipComment

Successes are an answer to all criticism

Reflecting on the Mexican-American War in general and the taking of the City of Mexico in particular, Ulysses S. Grant -- who was not in command of the army -- mused about he might have done things differently than General Scott.

Thought Of The DayNovember 18, 2013Presidential biography, PresidentsComment

One Thing Leaders Risk ...

You can't be a coach if you need to be liked.

The Leader's WorkNovember 14, 2013Communication, Phil JacksonComment

Bench The Ego

What does it mean for you to "bench the ego"? Where can you share leadership today?

Thought Of The DayNovember 12, 2013Phil Jackson, PrideComment

The Danger Of "Unsaying"

Few written words survive 350 years. Most are deleted or end in File 13. Not so with the words of Richard Baxter.

Thought Of The DayNovember 5, 2013Character, Richard BaxterComment

Hard Work AND Enjoyment

Can you work hard and enjoy it?

The Leader's LifeOctober 31, 2013Joy, Malcolm Gladwell, WorkComment

The Roots Of Loyalty

Loyalty is not influenced by power, thus it cannot be compelled; it must be earned and deserved. James A. Autry, The Servant Leader

Thought Of The DayOctober 29, 2013LoyaltyComment

Assaulting The Status Quo

When we set a goal, we are strategically planning an assault on the status quo, or present state of our life, in an effort to move to a new, more desirable place...

Thought Of The DayOctober 28, 2013Goal-setting, GoalsComment

The Conviction To Lead

When I was pursuing my Master's degree in the early 1980's, Southern Seminary was last on my list. The reason? Institutional drift. Southern had left its theological roots. Attend Southern? No way!

Book ReviewOctober 24, 2013Albert Mohler, Leadership lessons, Reading Comments

Leaders Are Dependable

The leader may have a day out of the office but never a day away from dependability.

Thought Of The DayOctober 16, 2013FaithfulnessComment