Leader Growth

Is fear taking over?

You’ll probably have to make some fairly significant decisions today – in your work, with your team, for your boss, at home, financially. It really doesn’t matter who you are or what you do – sooner than later you’re going to have to make a decision, take a stand, or lead the charge.

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Is Fear Taking Over?

The thought of challenging the status quo or stepping outside of your comfort zone can be paralyzing. And, it’s usually because of fear.

When Leaders Need Help

No matter who you are or how successful you’ve been, you’ve most likely discovered that you can’t do everything on your own. We know you’re good! – but you “occasionally” benefit from the assistance of others. Even leaders need help!

In fact, when you think you don’t need help, you are telling others that they don’t matter to you. Do you really believe that?

The truth is – all of us together are smarter than any one of us. And all of us together are smarter than all of us apart.

You get that – and so do I. Which is why we occasionally seek feedback or advice from a colleague, a mentor, a coach, or a friend. And we’re better for it!

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.

Success – When Your Successor Is More Successful Than You

If you’re really honest, you’ve got to admit – you will eventually leave your current job. One way or another – on your own or with help of a supervisor. (Let’s hope it’s the former.)

Whether it’s this year or next year – or five years from now – it’s only a matter of time.

The real question is – HOW will you leave?

Creating Your Business Vision

Early in my career, I experienced a number of incredibly difficult challenges in a relatively short period of time. I know you’ve been there too.

Although my team was experiencing record-setting achievements, relationships were strained and my influence was dwindling. I couldn’t make sense of it. And I didn’t understand why my colleagues resented my passion for my work, my aggressive goals, and the long hours I put in.

I loved my work and I loved the outcomes. I loved my team and how they were growing. But it never occurred to me that my passion, energy, and achievements would intimidate those around me. After all, I was laser-focused on improving the organization we were all part of.

Their fear morphed into resentment. I began pushing harder, defending the vision and strategy, and reacting to challenges. As you might imagine, none of this improved the situation. In fact, it made matters worse.Read More

Your Life Matters

If you’re like me, you’re incredibly busy. I am a husband, father, ministry leader, small group member, blogger, member of several boards. I’m sure your list of roles is similarly lengthy. Many people plan work projects, starting a new business, vacations, entertainment, careers, building a new home. But, sadly, I’ve met very few people who have a plan for their life.

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As a result, they come to the realization that a major portion of their life has slipped away. And, discouraged and disillusioned, they try to figure out why they’ve not been more effective.

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

We all want our life and work to matter. And I have a conviction that every person is valuable and every life is worth developing. In short, your life matters!

Yet the harsh reality is – HOW you live determines how much your life will matter. And if my life is going to matter, I’ve got to be very intentional with how I live it.