Leadership Lessons: Solomon A leader’s true value is measured by a stable organization. Thus, performance is essential, but not at the expense of everyone who works for that leader. The nation enjoyed peace and economic gain while he was leader. First Kings 4.25 paraphrase The Story What good is a leader? Aren’t they all about […]
Foolish overconfidence causes leaders to forget that sometimes we’re wrong. So, learn from experience, but also carry along a healthy degree of skepticism. The Precept Explained Ok, but what if you’re wrong? And, why are you so overly self-confident? Remember, once before under these circumstances the outcome wasn’t in your favor! Actually, these are common […]
Leadership Lessons: Solomon The Proverbs contain a number of verses that discuss the value of friendship. Thus, those observations express what many have learned from experience. He was the chief officer and a friend of the king. First Kings 4.5 paraphrase The Story What’s it take to be an insider? Thus, to influence an influencer? […]
Experiential insight is good IF I’m learning what I should. Unfortunately, it’s always cloudy for some who never seem to get it! The Precept Explained Obviously, experiences impact my thinking. That is, I should learn from experiences. Then, I should use those insights as part of my reasoning. Additionally, Proverbs 15.21, which is paraphrased above, […]
Leadership Lessons: Solomon It’s a given that leaders generate administrative overhead. That said, impactful leaders carefully monitor overhead costs and the value returned from that investment. When Solomon became king, he set up an extensive administrative structure. First Kings 4.1-2 The Story Everybody complains about administrative overhead, but no body does anything about it! Well, […]