Get Overwhelmed in 2019
In his book Antifragile, Nassim Nicholas Taleb distinguishes between fragile, resistant, and “antifragile” – a word he coins because there has not been a word…
Here Are 3 Mistakes Leaders Make When Starting a New Year
Here is a typical scene the week after Christmas… A leader gets some rest, feels rejuvenated, and the burden to lead the team better…
Here Are 5 Ways Leaders Can Grow in Self-Awareness
Did you know without self-awareness, a leader is stuck? In fact, the biggest hindrance to a leader’s development is not intelligence or work ethic but…
The Importance of Falling Fast
When I lived in Cincinnati, I learned how to snow ski. Well, kind of. I am definitely not a great snow skier, not the…
Here Are 5 Misconceptions About Pastors
All-star Cleveland Cavalier Kyrie Irving once told the sports media that he believes the earth is flat. He insists he has done the research…
Here Are 4 Ways to Fight Laziness in Ministry
If it is true, as some pastors have warned, that “ministry can be a great place to hide out and a great place to…
Creativity and 5 Reasons Leaders Need Routines
The myth on creativity is that creativity hates routines, that creativity is stifled by a schedule or plan. In reality, leaders and creators thrive…
Working for a Boss You Don’t Like
Let me say up front: I like my boss. A lot. I am really blessed not only to enjoy what I do but also…