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Category: Personal Growth

Firsts That Make a Difference

Do you remember your first car, first kiss, first job?  Firsts are hard to forget because they’re so special.  The emotional impact of “Firsts” create deep seeded memories in your mind.  “Firsts” leave a lasting impression.  That’s why as leaders we must intentionally plan some” Firsts” in our lives that will impact our continual spiritual growth. Many people develop bucket lists, things  they hope to accomplish before they die.  Typically this is a list of…Continue Reading

Is it Time for a Change?

Are you in a season of life where you’re not sure what God’s doing, yet you sense He’s up to something? You can’t see what’s next but you get a clear sense there’s a next coming?  God uses transition periods not only to grow us as leaders but also to bring us back to baseline dependence on Him. Transitions are seldom clear, rarely without sacrifice and never easy. Yet there are times God unexpectedly brings new assignments…Continue Reading

Seven Ways to Demonstrate Loyalty

Speak positively about your leader and organization at all times. When you disagree with a decision or the direction of the organization speak only with those who have the authority to represent your concern. Use your interpersonal skills to build team unity rather than builing a personal following.  (Are you seeking loyalty to yourself or supporting loyalty to the organization?) Be an asset to your organization by demonstrating a positive attitude even in the tough times.  The…Continue Reading

12 Things You Can Do This Weekend to Make Life Better

As leaders we spend much of our time focused on others.  While this is very fulfilling, it can also be very draining.  Sometimes we need to take the opportunity to do simple things that will refuel us mentally, spiritually, emotionally, physically, relationally and socially.   Here are a few things you can consider doing this weekend that will make life better.  Just don’t try to do ALL of them.  Thanks for your readership and I hope you have…Continue Reading

When Things Don’t Go as Planned

No matter how good our plans there are times we as leaders face disappointments.  The dictionary says, Disappointment is a feeling of being let down, a feeling of sadness or frustration because something was not as good, attractive, or satisfactory as expected, or because something hoped for did not happen”   As I look back over my years in ministry there have been several times I can recall having this disheartening emotion.  Unchecked disappointment leads to discouragement, cynicism or even a…Continue Reading