Wisdom is a free gift, but who really needs wisdom? Well, you should read this post to see if you meet the criteria! A Word Picture Proverbs 1.20-23 is a word picture. There, wisdom is embodied as a person. Specifically, she walks around. In the places where influencers hang out. You know, those places where […]
It’s good to be data driven. But, guess what, knowledge isn’t power! Huh! This post explains what’s needed for leaders to turn facts into useful insights. The Essentials Certainly you’ve heard the saying “knowledge is power.” However, there’s a problem. Such as? As it turns out, accumulating facts is of limited value alone. Ok, what […]
Often, I hear “So, what did you expect?” when there’s no change in the behavior I was trying to correct. However, without inner motivation, little change is likely. Commands are often used. But, they’re not always successful. Why? because they don’t bring the desired change. Hence, the retort “So, what did you expect?” Actually, what […]
If I’m unaware of my values I cannot answer “Why is that important?” Moreover, I don’t become aware of my values without times of self-reflection. Now, Proverbs 23.1-8 does a great job of pushing me toward self-awareness, especially in regard to my values and my motives. It helps me answer “why is that important?” The […]
Unfortunately, there’s no quick-and-easy way to a good character. Instead, it requires a slow-and-steady approach. In fact, Ecclesiastes 7.4 says character building is hard work. The Precept Explained My reputation is everything. Thus, a good name is important, Ecclesiastes 7.1. As such, a good name shows who I am inside. And, it enables me to […]
