“Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name – the name you gave me – so that they may be one as we are one.” John 17:11 You won’t find it in most business classes or leadership books. Or hear about it around most boardrooms or breakrooms. But it’s the one thing that […]
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3 Ways to Support People to Fundamentally Change Into Servant Leaders
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 Do you believe people can fundamentally change? Last week at a Leadership Roundtable Group I was asked that question. A fundamental change means a change in character, values, or behavioral patterns. Do you believe humans are capable of this? I do, because all […]
3 Things We Can All Learn from Jesus’ Stick-to-it-iveness
I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Psalm 16:8 Jesus keenly focused on and stuck to His purpose throughout His entire life. He never wavered in His mission to wipe our slate clean by going to the cross on our behalf. While he […]
How to Inspire Poor Performers to Hold Themselves Accountable
“Has any one of you not sinned? Then you be the first to throw a stone at her.” John 8:7 Unaddressed poor performers are holding back your team and your company. If you don’t deal directly with sub-par performance you will not maximize the value that your organization provides. And you are not developing your […]
How to Engage Marginalized Employees
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 5:3 I often encourage leaders to focus on their top performers. Spend significant time and energy where you’ll see the most return. After all, if you don’t focus here, you stand to lose your very best people due to their lack […]
3 Steps to Bring Servant Leadership Into Your Home
Through wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures. Proverbs 24:3-4 Who benefits the most from your servant leadership? The people in your workplace? Or the people in your own home? Be honest. As professionals, we work hard to learn and […]