Essays, briefs, and short pieces on formation, founder identity, and what scale costs when you don't pay attention.
Have you ever been frustrated that people weren't coming to your business, church, or events? Or that once they did, they didn't seem to stick around? Photo credit: flickr.com/photos/yourdon/ This is a problem that...
Read essayHave you ever felt that people heard you but didn't listen to you? Almost as if your words sound like the teacher from the Charlie Brown cartoons. There is one powerful tool that you can use to turn that around - hope.
Read essay5 years ago tomorrow my son was born (at 4:16 pm) and my life has been a never-ending adventure. There is always something about your firstborn. He's had to live through more of my parenting errors than my 2 girls and...
Read essayI'm going to ask two dumb questions. Do you want to be more joyful? Do you want more success? You might be surprised that the key to unlocking those desires lies in being thankful. One Christmas day, when I was 10 or...
Read essayHave you ever felt out of control? I know I have and I bet you have too. There are some critical areas of our life that, if we'll take them back, we will regain the control we need and want. One of the greatest and most...
Read essayLiving or working in a supportive community can be one of the most transforming experiences of your life. Few things can help you go further, accomplish more, or give you more opportunities than community. The key is...
Read essayThe new year is around the corner and so most of us will be reflecting back on the year that was. When you look back, will you be proud of what you accomplished or disappointed you didn't do more?
Read essayWe all wear masks. We do it because we want to protect ourselves. But have you ever wondered what mask you're wearing? There are 4 masks that are the most worn and are all driven by the same attitude. Pride. In the days...
Read essayWe're all looking to find that one thing that changes everything. That one thing that takes us from good to great. While I don't believe in magic bullets, I do believe there is one thing that will give you more success...
Read essayWhat do you think about when you hear the word "authentic"? Do you think about a person you know? Do you imagine it as something gritty or raw? Maybe you think of the phrase "keepin' it real"? (The Chappelle Show showed...
Read essayHave you ever thought, "I wish I could get more done"? I know I have and I want to share some ways that you and I can get more done at work and in life. The problem that stops people from getting more done isn't a lack...
Read essayHave you ever been offended? Of course you have! You're a human living among other humans. Offense is going to happen, but we have a choice of whether we will be offended. So, how can we not get offended when people say...
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