Proverbs 4.23 warns me to protect my character above all else because it drives what comes out of my life. Thus, a just character is essential. Above all else, guard your heart. Why? Because your character determines what flows out of your life! Proverbs 4.23 paraphrase The Precept Explained I must guard my character because […]
One take-away from Proverbs 23.7 is my constant thoughts drive my daily behavior. Thus, I am what I think I am – for better or for worse! So, to change myself, I must change my thinking. I become what I constantly think about! What’s worse, my words may not reflect my true intentions.Proverbs 23.7 paraphrase […]
The links below are to the PowerPoint/PDF diagrams used in various locations on this Web site. Wisdom Defined: JPG The Foundation of Wisdom: JPG The Wisdom Process: JPG The Elements of Wisdom: JPG Character Transformation: JPG Goal Execution: JPG
I believe one of the most important skills learned in college is the ability to persist in the face of challenge, thus finding a way to succeed. Students learn to be gritty, in part, by not dropping a class at the first sign of a challenge. Classroom success contributes to early career success if students […]
I’m a business school dean. Recently, I spoke with a business owner at one of our alumni events. He told me he was now hiring tradesmen based largely on attitude, not solely on skill set or experience level. He’s looking for a teachable attitude and outgoing personality, which is important for his service personnel. After […]