Let me ask you a question: When was the last time something significant happened in your life that you initiated? One of the key distinguishing marks I see in successful leaders all around the world is a willingness to take initiative. Lester Wunderman was a legendary New York ad man in the 40’s and 50’s. After being fired from his…
Every year, as part of our company’s culture, we encourage our team members to come up with a word that will serve as a focusing thought for their year. It’s a habit that I’ve had for a long time now (and have written about previously), but I always love hearing what words our people come up with to help guide…
Condoleezza Rice knows what makes people work well together. You know her as the former United States Secretary of State, standing in gaps between nations during George W. Bush’s administration. But her talent for seeing collaborative dynamics dates long before that – her father, a football coach, inspired such a strong love of the game that she could strategize like…
We are in the throes of 2022’s football season! Fans all over the country have been pouring into stadiums and crowding around their TVs to root for their favorite teams. At one point nearly 30 million of us were tuning in at the same time to watch the spectacle. Football isn’t just a game; football is a cultural landmark. And…
This photo was taken two years ago as my wife, my daughter and I walked to our car and drove away from Gwinnett Church toward a new season of serving leaders and organizations through the FOR movement. So many of you are finding yourself in a similar situation. I know that first-hand as I travel around on my book tour…
I read about a father, Paul Wallich, who built a camera-mounted drone helicopter to follow his young son to the bus stop. He wanted to ensure his son arrived at the bus stop safe and sound. There is no doubt that gizmo provided some entertainment for everyone. For me, Paul Wallich gives new meaning to “helicopter parent.” Today, I not…
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