Articles

Write More with an Editorial Calendar

Were you up late last night trying to finish today’s blog post? Do you have a book you’d like to write but can’t seem to find the time to get started? Did you launch a blog with a few posts, but haven’t published a post for months?

I’ve struggled with all of these and more! To be honest, it took me more than a year to figure out how to write consistently. (Some days I’m reminded that there’s still work to do.)

If you are going to publish regularly – and if you are going to continue to grow your writing – you will need a tool to keep you on track.

Here’s why a simple editorial calendar has become my #1 writing tool…

Culture-Shaping Leadership And Its 5 Components

qIs leadership really leadership if it’s not being passed on to others?

Ralph Nader once said: The function of leadership is to create more leaders, not more followers.

Culture-shaping leaders place the success of others, the team, and the organization above their own well-being. Often at great personal cost. They understand that there’s far more value and fulfillment in sacrifice than in self-preservation. And they consistently choose to serve future leaders in a way that makes them more successful.

And future leaders love them for it!

So if you’re energized by developing new leaders, here are 5 often-neglected factors that will take your leadership viral…

A Letter to My Son

Dear son,

You’re a year old today. It’s been a great year. Quite possibly the best year of my life.

Now that you’re growing up, it’s time to lay a few ground rules.

First, I can already see that you are not going to be content to stay in one place for very long. You like to get around. And I’m cool with that. In fact, I like following you around – it gives me a glimpse into how your young mind works. It reminds me what it’s like to be constantly seeking adventure. To imagine and crave the new. To dream and to be always learning. You’ll teach me a thing or two about creativity and innovation.

Next, your mom is queen – of everything. So prepare now to shower her with flowers and thoughtful gifts. You’ll plan your fair share of royal dates. You’ll never have to wonder if she will accept your invitation – she’ll say yes. Because she adores you. You won’t need a reason for these special occasions – the honor of spending fleeting moments with her royal highness will be enough. She’s already given you a lifetime of love, gifts, and attention so you will spend your entire life trying to make it up to her. You never will.

BONUS: I’ve created a NEW Guide that will walk you step-by-step through writing your own Personal Life Plan. You can find out how to get a copy of this life-changing tool at the end of this post.

I’m Not Here – Hurricane Sandy Relief Team

Not exactly. I’m in New York City this week with a disaster relief team from FBC Midlothian.

I’ll be speaking at Crossroads Church. And we’ll be working with a non-profit to clean up from Hurricane Sandy and repair several facilities on Long Island. We’ll also be providing support for families in the community.

6 Steps For Making Major Decisions – Free Template

When’s the last time you were faced with major decisions? College. New car. Marriage. Church. New home. New job.

In a world of abundant opportunities, how did you know FOR SURE you were making the right decision?

In this post, I’ll provide a tool that will help you sleep more soundly both while you’re contemplating a major decision and after you’ve decided.