When I recognize what’s essential I’m better equipped for balancing expectations and execution. That is, I know and do what’s essential. One place life quickly gets out of balance is with expectations and execution. For example, I fret over the expectations of others. Worse yet, I have unrealistic expectations of myself. As a result, no […]
Creativity is divine and eternal. But, what am I creating? What’s coming back out of my life as a result of what I’ve been given? When I work, when I interact with others, when I think – I’m creating. However, what am I creating? That is, what’s coming from my life that’s of lasting value? […]
To avoid living in a continual daze and state of confusion, leaders must recognize that sense-making is an essential skill. Discernment and sense-making are essential and companion skills for a leader. Why? Because leaders must be able to recognize what’s happening in front of them. Then, leaders must respond appropriately and wisely. Hence, sense-making is […]
Unfortunately, some habits are bad. Truly, a little neglect is dangerous. Especially, when the outcome is perversion of my duty as a leader. Like it or not, lifestyle choices are deliberate choices I make. Additionally, some choices are destructive. Thus, beware of neglect. Why? Because it enables those habits. Again, why? Because a little neglect […]
Insightful leaders can observe from nature four critical leadership traits that increase their impact within their sphere of influence. Fearlessness, strength, and persistence combine to produce influence for a leader. In fact, leaders who apply these traits in a balanced manner enjoy good. The Essentials Proverbs 30.29-31 presents four critical leadership traits. As such, those […]
