I heard a quote once that went something like this, “a man dancing to the music looks like a fool to the deaf man”. It took me a moment to process the idea. But then it came clear to me. If someone is looking at what you do from aRead More →
In today’s global marketplace, products & services, business plans & models, technologies are easily replicable so not too much is very unique – for very long. If you want to stand out amongst your competition you must replicate the one thing that your competitors don’t have. That is your team. AndRead More →
Zig Ziglar is quoted as saying “Failure is the line of least persistence”. I believe that is a challenging statement that rings of a great deal of truth. But as my friend Bruce Hinson of Obedient Photography likes to say, “QUITTING is the line of least persistence”. That’s a greatRead More →
The extra mile. It’s a term used so often it’s almost considered cliche. It is thrown around in circles, especially being applied to those that are willing to lend a helping hand. But what does it mean? And if so many people are willing to go there, then why isRead More →
In the Bible, we read that the fruit of the Spirit is “love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Gal 5:22-23). Whether you are a Christian or not, I believe we can all agree that these are the products of a life well lived. Let’s look at thatRead More →
In his leadership podcast, Craig Groeschel recently addressed how effective leaders handle criticism. One of the most powerful statements made is for us to lead from deep and grounded confidence. This past year has been tough on the trees in our yard. Last summer we came home from church oneRead More →