Has that ever been said about you? I can remember my peers and teachers saying that to me. Wow, these kinds of words can go deep! When we are growing up, many things can be said which can have a lifelong effect. Words that have been said in jest or in all seriousness can begin to mold us as we grow [...]
I use to be indecisive…but now I just don’t know! If only my successes depended upon my intentions – my plans, thoughts and dreams and not my actions. Life would be so sweet! Does that sound like anyone you may know? If we all are honest, this reflects each of us……..to some degree or another. What we intend to do and [...]
Wow, what a response I received from so many people across various nations and from social media platforms to which I contribute. As you may recall I asked a question – If you had to choose between wisdom and knowledge which one would you choose? Your responses covered many opinions which I fully respect and honor – thank you very much [...]
Welcome to the last part of this mini-series on 'What does it take to REALLY lead? I do hope that you have found this helpful and inspiring. Please feel free to pass this blog on to anyone you think will be encouraged as they read it. If you have not read the previous blogs in this series, I highly recommend that [...]
I recently had the honour and pleasure in meeting Nick Vujicic. As many will know Nick was born without limbs, and is living an incredible life. He has not allowed his disability to overcome his ability, and has been thankful to God for what he has, rather than focussing on what he does not have. One thing that is so clear [...]
We live in a world, where we look for instant returns, a quick fix etc. However, character is often formed as we grow through difficult times. We can have victories over difficulties, but they don’t always come with a cheap price tag! We should aim in life to be overcomers and not victims of our circumstances. However, this is not automatic, [...]
Welcome to the second blog in this series – What does it take to REALLY lead? If you have not read the first blog, please do read it first. I covered: L - is for learning. This time I will focus on, E – is for example. As a leader, being an example is so important. I have often observed when [...]
Having researched a number of people who lead at different levels, maybe in a church or business setting, I have noticed some of the following qualities which have made them effective. As I reveal these over the coming weeks, to make them memorable, I have designed an acrostic for each letter of the word LEAD. So together let us look at [...]