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When leaders are fueled by purpose, everything changes. Energy rises. Morale lifts. Results follow. But purpose-driven leadership isn’t just a...
When leaders are fueled by purpose, everything changes. Energy rises. Morale lifts. Results follow. But purpose-driven leadership isn’t just a...
In the fast-paced world of business, alignment between leadership and organizational goals isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. When alignment...
In the hustle to meet goals and build something meaningful, it’s easy for leaders to lose something essential along the...
Relentlessness has long been celebrated in leadership circles: drive, grit, determination. But at what cost? Behind the curtain of high...
For many busy professionals—even those with deep personal faith—work and spirituality can feel like two separate worlds. One belongs in...
What’s the difference between being busy and being truly productive as a leader? It’s not just how much you get...
Ten years ago, I was leading in a church as a full-time pastor, but quietly unraveling on the inside. A...
In today’s high-pressure leadership landscape, flashy charisma may get attention. But it’s consistency that earns lasting trust. While many leaders...
In today’s fast-paced business world, leaders are often swept up in a cycle of constant activity—emails, meetings, decisions, and demands....
If you’re a business owner or leader feeling constantly overwhelmed, there’s a good chance you’re the bottleneck. I know—I’ve been...
In a world where it’s easier to stay silent than speak up, courageous communication stands out as a defining trait...
In a world shaped by AI, rapid change, and rising uncertainty, leadership must evolve. Today’s leaders aren’t just decision-makers—they’re navigators...
Recently I’ve had more downtime than I’m used to in the evenings, and it feels very strange. My work days feel like a whirlwind of activity, so it feels like I’m going from 100 mph into a 25 mph speed zone when 5 PM comes along. And it’s hard to
Although I’ve been aware of Stephen R. Covey’s book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” for many years, I am actually reading it for the first time right now. On the surface, his 7 habits make a lot of sense, but he drills down very deep in the book
As I was thinking about this week’s topic, I started to wonder about the various things that motivate others. Writing a “motivation” article each week can lead to certain assumptions on my part if I’m not careful. Most people would love to be more motivated and inspired in their lives
Pursuing any goal can be both exhilarating and frustrating…sometimes simultaneously. I’ve discovered that it’s easy to complicate things by trying to have all the answers upfront when we really don’t know what will happen down the line. Clarity is important because it’s vital to know and define what you want
As I’ve been reading “Slow Productivity” by Cal Newport, something jumped out to me… Most of our time-management problems are of our own making. We can blame bosses, clients, the economy, our families, and a plethora of other entities, but the reality is that we have more control over our
I recently ordered a book because the title captured my attention, but when it arrived, it wasn’t what I expected. Rather than being disappointed, I found myself intrigued. While the topic wasn’t what I anticipated, the ideas shared in the book made me think about business in new ways. I’ve
I’m a big college basketball fan, especially when it comes to my home state Kentucky Wildcats. Go Big Blue! 🙂 One year ago, I was disillusioned after they were beaten again by a much lower-ranked team in the NCAA tournament and I refused to place my new logo decal on
I’ve just begun reading a new book called “Slow Productivity” by Cal Newport. I’ve enjoyed his previous books “Deep Work” and “Digital Minimalism” which have caused me to think a lot about doing what matters most and fighting against our very distracted digital age. His latest book challenges our society’s
Last week I was trying to figure out how to update my website and I sent an email to a friend who I thought might know the answer I needed. In just a few minutes, he responded and within an hour or so, my website received an upgrade that I
Last week I received news that my beloved babysitter from my childhood passed away at 93 years old. “Miss Pat” was a faithful subscriber to my weekly emails and would occasionally reply to me and tell me how things were going in her world. It was always great to hear
It’s not uncommon in organizations to have leadership gaps in different seasons or on different teams. Sometimes it’s ignorant neglect. Other times, complacency sets in and people simply go through the motions. If you find yourself frustrated that there’s a lack of leadership, take the initiative to step into the
When kids are growing up, it’s common to ask them what they want to be someday? Their answers are often amazing. They don’t put a limit on their dreams and worry about what’s “realistic.” Instead, they think of what they’d love to do without limitation. Unfortunately, we grow out of
We’re easily enamored in our culture with those who rise to the top of their fields and win championships. But we rarely consider what it took to achieve those great feats. The reality is that “overnight success” often takes years (sometimes decades) of struggle to get there. No one likes
I’ve been sick for the last week and it’s reminded me that I’m not a very good patient! 🙂 It started with a little scratchiness in my chest, then it turned into full-blown congestion and achiness. I know I’m just one person among many who have dealt with this (or
Leaders are action-takers. They have to be because, without action, nothing would get done. However, it’s easy to get so busy taking action that you can overlook the importance of slowing down to make sure what you’re doing is worthwhile. Even a few minutes of strategic thinking can speed up
It’s commonly said that the definition of “insanity” is doing the same thing repeatedly while expecting different results. If you’re like me, by this definition you’ve been insane quite a few times in life! It’s easy to feel stuck and frustrated when you’re trying to achieve new goals and dreams.
I recently re-read this quote from Jim Collins, which originally appeared in “Good to Great” (an all-time great business book): “Greatness is an inherently dynamic process, not an end point. The moment you think of yourself as great, your slide toward mediocrity will have already begun.” This reminded me of
Most people understand the importance of focus to get things done most effectively, but leaders are often pulled in so many directions that it’s quite the challenge to actually experience focus. To be productive and not just busy, we must learn to focus consistently. Here are 5 steps to improve
There’s one secret that every leader needs to know… But too many don’t have a clue. Want to know what it is? Keep reading… WHO YOU ARE IS WHO YOU ATTRACT. John Maxwell calls this “The Law of Magnetism.” He wrote an entire chapter about it in “The 21 Irrefutable
Magnetic Leaders are desperately needed today. Our world is a mess. Here are 3 essential actions you must take daily: 1 – Remain teachable. You’ll never know everything, so don’t pretend you do. Keep learning and growing. 2 – Serve purposefully. Servant leadership isn’t just a buzzphrase, it’s a way
