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The Tim Tebow Controversy-It's About Culture, Stupid
Everyone seems to have an opinion on Urban Meyer's decision to sign Tim Tebow to the roster of the NFL Jacksonville Jaguars. The all-knowing Charles Barkley pontificated that Tebow failed as a quarterback in the NFL and as a Minor League Baseball player-so Sir Charles encourages Tebow to not embarrass himself and just hang it up. A cadre of ESPN commentators have taken their shots at Tebow and Meyer. Stephen A. Smith on "The First Take" show has called the signing racist and white privilege.
5 Steps on How to Set and Achieve Your Goals
Which one is a goal? I will lose 15 pounds. I want to run a marathon. Quit smoking. All of the above. None of the above. The correct answer is (5) - none of the above. The first three are wishes, not goals.
7 AAA Ways To Succeed!
[Abounding Abundant Ample Ways To Boost Your Growth!]
This may come as a surprise but there are reliable,effective and powerful ways to improve your ability to learnnew things.
If you will allow me to use leadership skills training asour example, you will see how poor learning forces us tosuffer through any one or more of the following problems:
- leadership training programs usually cost serious money -in fact, some programs are outrageously expensive
- leadership training programs last for a very short time -quite a few of them run for only one or two days
- many leadership training programs fail to give studentsways to confidently resolve problem situations or meet andovercome their daily challenges
- less than 1% of all leadership training programs combinecoaching and mentoring follow-ups with classroom lessons
- most leadership training programs like to do 'raw datadumps'- the vast majority of them do NOT give you chances to'blend' your learning experiences with supervised support orpractical feedback
In this article you will discover how to find, use and takeadvantage of every kind of performance improvement learningopportunity you encounter.
Abraham Lincoln Is Still Alive
Abraham Lincoln Is Still Alive
President Jimmy Carter tells in his memoirs that a trip to Gettysburg and a discussion about Abraham Lincoln helped achieve a breakthrough in the Camp David negotiations.
The Israelis and the Egyptians had reached a deadlock.
Is Your Life Ready For Groundhog Day?
In the hit comedic movie Groundhog Day, Bill Murray's character, Phil Conners, is caught up in a time warp, doomed to live the same day over and over until he gets it right. Hilarious as the ensuing mayhem may be on the big screen, it is a poignant and not too thinly veiled metaphor for how most of us live our own lives - mindlessly occupied with our own issues and concerns, stumbling through life (often over the toes of others) with little if any conscious direction or critical thought.
Helping Others Develop Their Potential
Most of us find ourselves in a position to help others achieve more of their potential than we realize. Sure, as leaders, supervisors, and parents we can see ourselves in that position; but the fact is that all of us are uniquely qualified to help at least one other person in our lives reach their potential.
Unleash It!
On airplanes, in restaurants, in the newspaper and on television, I often hear people saying their businesses are not growing to their satisfaction or that they are not reaching their objectives. The explanations that follow consist of reasons like:
? It's the economy? Our customers don't get it? I don't have the right people on the team
I could go on, and so could you.
The Metamorphosis of the Successful Executive . . . Overcoming Professional Stagnation
You're a bright, successful business executive making good money and managing a capable staff of accomplished professionals. You are successful beyond your wildest business school dreams.
Ten Steps To Effective Leadership
Many people end up in a supervisory position or SOHO ownership almost by default. In today's workplace, if someone stays on their job long enough, they will probably be promoted as others, more senior to them or higher up the chain of responsibility, leave for other opportunities.
Professional Organizations: Join or Fold?
All of us join professional organizations for a reason--a friend belongs, we need to for credibility, etc. Many times we let years slide by and we don't stop and review those reasons.
Rationalize Success Away
I was invited to do a Leadership workshop at a well known Fortune 100 company out in New Jersey. The all day event was geared toward their new crop of interns.
Why the Squirrel Kept Winning!
I had the good fortune (or misfortune depending on your climate perspective) of living in Minnesota for ten years. The Summers were beautiful, Fall was spectacular with the changing colors of the leaves on trees and winter was,?well, damn cold.
The Death of Potential
While reading my latest book on politics and economics, I came across a reference to a bible story called "Parable of the Talents'. In this story three servants are each give 'talents' (a monetary denomination used by the Greeks).
Reinventing Failure: Designing Success
I am fascinated by problems. I like to think of myself as a solution oriented individual.
Top 25 Leadership Quotations
Ponder what it takes to be a true leader with these practical quotes that will lead you to a more precise understanding of the secrets to successful leadership..
Leadership Skills - 10 Ways to Beef Up
10 Ways to Beef Up Your Leadership SkillsHave you ever heard someone say, "Actually, I have to admit that I think I am really bad at managing other people. My staff all hate me and I'm incapable of doing my job".
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| 12/24/2021 04:01 PM |
| Are You Willing To Be A WISER Leader? |
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No matter how, well - intentioned, trained, and focused on being a quality leader, everyone can improve, in some ways! After, over four decades, of personal and professional involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, and meaningful planning, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, personally, as a leader, several times, I strongly feel, one must want to be, as well as willing to effectively, listen, and learn, in order to become the finest, possible leader, and a much WISER one! With, that in mind, this article...
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| 12/23/2021 09:48 AM |
| 6 Important Steps Towards Creating A Beneficial Action Plan! |
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After, over four decades, of involvement (personal and professional), in, nearly, everything, related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I strongly believe, and counsel - others, nothing - of - consequence, is usually achieved, unless/ until, a well - considered, relevant, sustainable, meaningful, thorough, action plan, is created, and used, effectively! This process must begin, with, professionally - designed, meaningful, strategic planning, which examines, everything, including the individual group's heritage, history, mission, demographics, financial health/ well - being, present circumstances, strengths, and weaknesses, as well as...
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| 12/23/2021 09:47 AM |
| 6 Actions Which Prove There Is Little Common Sense Leadership! |
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Have you ever witnessed, any action, either, taken, or not, which someone, in a position of leadership, takes, which seems to be opposed to what you might consider, to be, the common sense, approach? Why is common sense, such a rare entity, when, it comes to how leaders, proceed, etc? After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, on several occasions, this lack of doing so, is very concerning!
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| 12/21/2021 09:19 AM |
| A Group's Financial Health Can't Depend On A Quick Fix!: 4 Keys |
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Although, at some point, or another, nearly, every organization faces certain obstacles, how the leadership, at that point, responds, or fails to, often, differentiates the most sustainable groups, from the rest - of - the - pack! After, over four decades of personal, and professional involvement, in, nearly, all aspects and essentials for effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as served as a leader, on several occasions, I feel strongly, a real leader, must be ready, willing, and able, as well as committed, and possess...
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| 12/21/2021 09:18 AM |
| Why Leaders Must Be Willing To Give Others CREDIT? |
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Quality, meaningful, effective leadership, is not, and must, never be, about, someone telling others, what to do, in a form of, a, My Way or the Highway, attitude, and mind - set! True leaders understand, they must, articulate an inspiring, motivating, compelling set - of - reasons, for others, to follow, and, this, must include, avoiding trying to take all the CREDIT, personally, but, rather, being, ready, willing, and able, to proactively, share the credit, and thank, and, obviously, appreciate the ideas, involvement, and efforts, of others! After, over four decades, of personal and professional involvement, in nearly, everything, involvement, in, effectively leading, from...
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| 12/17/2021 08:59 AM |
| Leaders Must Commit To FINEST Efforts! |
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After, over four decades, of personal and professional involvement, in nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as personally, serving, several times, as a leader, I strongly believe, real leaders must, never be willing to accept, anything - less than their personal best, because, good - enough, does not bring - forth, the FINEST efforts! In - fairness, much of that blame/ responsibility, is, because, few organizations have dedicated themselves, to customized, professionally designed, leadership training and planning programs, to ensure, their leaders, are...
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| 12/16/2021 09:15 AM |
| Why A Meeting Of The Minds Is Such A CHALLENGE? |
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Although, seeking a meeting - of - the - minds, for the greater good, seems to make, common sense, it often, becomes a significant CHALLENGE, to overcome! After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving as a leader, personally, several times, I believe, because, far - too - few, individuals, who, either are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to some position of leadership, receive the necessary degree of professionally - designed, leadership training, and maintain a variety...
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| 12/16/2021 09:15 AM |
| Why The SAME - Old, IS Harmful To Effective Leadership? |
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Since, we exist, in an ever - evolving world, organizations must, either, also, evolve, strategically, and in a relevant and sustainable manner, or, lose their essential purpose, etc! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, personally, as a leader, various times, I strongly believe, a real leader can, and must, not accept, merely, remaining within some, perceived, self - created, personal comfort zone, but must expand any (and every), actual, and/ or,...
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| 12/16/2021 09:13 AM |
| Why Do So Many Leaders Avoid Getting To The CRUX Of The Matter? |
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For, anyone, paying attention, you have probably noticed, too - often, voters tend to elect individuals, who appeal to their populist interests, attracting them with empty promises, and rhetoric, when, we would normally, be, far - better served and represented, if we chose candidates, who were ready, willing, and able, to proactively, address priorities, and obstacles, in a relevant, sustainable way, with real, viable solutions, etc! After, over four decades of involvement, in, nearly, everything involved with/ related to, effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well...
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| 12/14/2021 10:09 AM |
| Why Leaders IDEALS Must Align With His Group? |
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How can anyone, effectively, and meaningfully, serve and represent his stakeholders, and specific organization, unless/ until, he ensures his personal IDEALS, align, directly, with his group, and constituents? Effectively leading, requires, proceeding with an open - mind, and prioritizing, using common sense, to achieve, the finest - possible, thorough, meeting - of - the - minds, for the greater good, which addresses, current and future needs, goals, the group's unique mission and purpose, as well as priorities, and perceptions! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in nearly everything, related to quality leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing,...
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| 12/13/2021 09:01 AM |
| Spiritual Pointers for Constructive Teamwork |
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Effective Spiritual Leadership is elemental in the growth and development in the Team. Though unwritten, there are some pointers which always influence the dynamics of the team. Every Church, Institution and Corporate organization must comply with those pointers for harmony and orchestration.
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| 12/13/2021 08:59 AM |
| How A Leader Should Determine A BUDGET? |
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One of the most essential components, and aspects, of, providing the most meaningful, effective leadership, is, for a leader, to recognize, unless/ until, the group's BUDGET, is designed, based on existing obstacles and needs, as well as future ones, in a responsible, responsive, relevant, and sustainable manner, no plan (no matter, how - well - intentioned), offers, the most viable solution, or finest path - forward! Therefore, it is, incumbent - upon, any real leader, to consider the group's finances, revenues, and expenditures, thoroughly, and effectively, and the best, and, only, reliable approach, is to create, a zero - based budget, which...
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| 12/13/2021 08:39 AM |
| If You Really Hope To Be A GREAT Leader? |
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If you really, hope to be, a GREAT leader, you must be ready, willing and able, to assume the responsibilities, and be capable of performing the tasks, required, for effective leadership! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, as a leader, on several occasions, I strongly believe, the dearth of genuine leaders, largely, exists, because of the lack of meaningful, relevant, professionally - designed, leadership training and planning programs! Therefore, if one wishes, to lead, in...
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| 12/13/2021 08:39 AM |
| Why A Leader Must Be Ready To SEIZE The Moment? |
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After, over four decades, of involvement, in, nearly, everything, involved with and related to, effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as, personally, serving, as a real leader, various times, I feel strongly, one must be ready, willing, able, and prepared, for opportunities, and capable, to SEIZE the moment, and avoid any tendency towards procrastination, etc, or proceeding, accepting, the same - old, same - old, because, he refuses to expand the limitations of his self - imposed, personal comfort zone! With, that in mind, this article will...
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| 12/08/2021 09:39 AM |
| Why Leaders Must MOTIVATE? |
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One of the most significant differences, between a true, meaningful, effective leader, and the rest - of - the - pack, may be, whether they are ready, willing, and/ or, able, to MOTIVATE and inspire their stakeholders, etc, to follow them! Achieving this, requires, commitment, endurance, persistence, a true - positive attitude, professional training and developing, and an enhanced understanding of what's involvement, in effective leadership! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to, thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to personally, serving as a...
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| 12/07/2021 09:06 AM |
| Using The Essence Of LEADING! |
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After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, on various occasions, I strongly inform, those considering, seeking, becoming a leader, to be as - prepared, as possible, and pay keen attention, and maintain the necessary discipline, to recognize, and respect, consistently, the essence of effective LEADING! This means and requires, going, well - beyond, mere - lip - service, but making these characteristics, second - nature! With, that in mind, this article...
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| 12/07/2021 09:06 AM |
| Why A Real Leader Must Base Decisions On All The FACTS? |
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If one hopes to become a real, meaningful leader, he must be ready, willing, able, and open - minded, enough, to avoid snap - judgments, and gather all the relevant FACTS, in - depth, before making his decision! However, it must be remembered, this does not justify, any tendency towards procrastination, because effective leaders align well - considered, timely actions, with time - tested, knowledge and expertise, and, hopefully, a great deal of judgment, and wisdom! Too - often, we witness, some sort of, rush - to - judgment, where someone replaces quality decision - making, with taking some path, of perceived,...
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| 12/06/2021 11:16 AM |
| 7 Essentials For Creating The Most Meaningful Strategic And Action Plans! |
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After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in nearly, everything, related to, effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come, to strongly believe, perceiving and conceiving of, and creating, the finest - possible, action plans, based of well - considered, relevant, and sustainable, strategic planning, from the onset, is an essential, first - step! If, you wish, to be, the best leader, you can possibly, become, using these essentials, effectively, are the necessary ingredients, in making your planning, truly, matter! With, that in mind, this article...
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| 12/05/2021 03:59 PM |
| It's Rarely Enough For A Leader To Do Better, When He Must Do His BEST! |
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For many reasons, too many groups, today, seem willing to settle for mediocre, and/ or, worse leaders, and, despite the fact, some of these, try to make things, better, we have reached a period, where we need the finest individuals, to step - up, and begin leading, effectively, and accepting, nothing, less than their personal BEST! After, over four decades of involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to quality leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I believe, if, we are to correct, and reverse this trend, we need to prepare the...
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| 12/05/2021 03:57 PM |
| If You Don't Want To SERVE, You Shouldn't Become A Leader! |
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After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, every aspect related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to, personally, serving as a leader, several times, I have become convinced, perhaps the greatest - single challenge to discovering, truly - meaningful leaders, is, finding individuals, ready, willing, and able to SERVE others, considering one's stakeholders, and specific organization's needs, priorities, and perceptions, first, rather than any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! With, all the other skills, aptitude, and skill - set, required, to be the finest...
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| 12/01/2021 08:32 AM |
| How To Know If A Potential Leader Is Ready For PRIME Time? |
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Most of us, are familiar with the expression, Will you walk the walk, or do you only talk the talk?, so we shouldn't be surprised, the same concept applies, to potential leaders! After, over four decades of personal and professional involvement, in, nearly everything, related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, to serving as a leader, on several occasions, I have observed, unfortunately, how rare it is to find a potential leader, who is, truly, ready, and prepared, for PRIME time!
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| 11/30/2021 09:19 AM |
| What Great Leaders Must Do FIRST? |
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After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving as a leader, on several occasions, I believe, one of the primary challenges to finding better, more effective, meaningful leaders, is, getting these individuals to know, understand, and take advantage of the concept, they must begin, the right way, FIRST, in order to accomplish any objectives! Unfortunately, too many people, thrust - into these positions, resort to procrastination, and/ or, denial, rather than proactively, pursuing the best path -...
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| 11/29/2021 09:25 AM |
| How We Benefit From Real POSITIVE Leaders? |
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How many times have, each of us, heard someone refer to proceeding with a POSITIVE attitude, avoiding negativism, and seeing the glass, as half - full, instead of half - empty? However, unless/ until, this process, moves - forward, in a realistic way, and avoids the tendency of some, to wear, rose - colored glasses, our results are often, less - than - stellar! After, over four decades of involvement, in, nearly, all areas of effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, personally, as a leader,...
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| 11/24/2021 08:58 AM |
| Great Results Come From CLEVER Leadership! |
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Too often, some judge a potential, and/ or, actual leader, by, either, the position held, or the popularity of his empty promises, and rhetoric, when, we should consider them, based on the results of their strategic and action planning, in a relevant and sustainable manner, and, how one proceeded, forward, into the future! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in nearly, everything, related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as personally, serving as a leader, on several occasions, I strongly believe, and advocate,...
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| 11/23/2021 11:43 AM |
| Prophets Hear What God Is Saying And They Proclaim His Message - They Are Wise Men! |
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Previously the words of the prophets are included in the content of the historical books. The prophets were very ordinary men - but they were given a BURDEN or ORACLE or WORD - which they spoke or preached or proclaimed or shared. The prophet not only spoke for God - but he first had to hear from God. We have to receive before we can give. The prophets basically challenged the people of God - and occasionally confronted kings - or the priests - or false prophets. They also comforted the people - and that is also part of New Testament prophecy. Jeremiah has become a nickname for doom and gloom - Jeremiah prophesied serious and sad words - all of which came true. If someone calls you a Jeremiah, and that is true - then that is a great compliment - it means you are speaking forth the Word of God. The people thought Jesus was Jeremiah! Matthew Chapter 16. In the prophets we learn about GOD.
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| 11/23/2021 11:43 AM |
| Do You Like Reading Other People's Letters? |
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We need to mention Paul right away - about one third of the New Testament is either about him or by him. This man has had such an influence upon the Church of Jesus Christ, and Jesus permitted it - and we can even say willed it. Paul was a fanatical Pharisee to begin with - called Saul after the first king of Israel. Then, he was so graciously willing to be called Paul - a Gentile name. Paul was born in Tarsus - a University City - after Athens and Alexandria. His parents were Jews, so he was brought up on the Scriptures and taught about GOD. He came from the tribe of Benjamin - and was a student of Professor Gamaliel. He persecuted the Church of Jesus Christ before becoming an apostle, preacher, and writer.
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| 11/23/2021 11:42 AM |
| Why Great Leaders Must INSPIRE? |
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After, well - over, four decades of involvement in nearly, everything related - to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to being a leader, on several occasions, I have come to, firmly - believe, unless, they also, consistently, are ready, willing, and able to motivate, and INSPIRE others, in a positive, productive way, they will never become the best - possible, leader! In most cases, it truly, Takes a village, to make a difference, for the better, and ensure the most relevant, sustainable, meaningful organization, possible! With, that in mind,...
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| 11/22/2021 09:24 AM |
| Why Leaders Must Be In SYNC With Their Stakeholders? |
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After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to creating professionally - designed, customized, leadership training/ planning programs, to serving, personally, as a leader, on several occasions, I have come to, strongly, believe, if one wants to be an effective, meaningful, relevant, and sustainable leader, he must consistently, proceed, in - SYNC, with the specific group, he serves and represents! What good does it do, to be trained, only, generally, rather than, in a way, which aligns, with...
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| 11/22/2021 09:22 AM |
| Take Not Thy Holy Spirit From Me - Have You Ever Prayed These Words - One King Did! |
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When you remain alert and sensitive that is a sign of spiritual life. You know God is with you, and you do not want to lose that presence and that assurance. To be unresponsive to the still small voice of the Holy Spirit - to become weary of Jesus Christ and the Scriptures - to feel the struggle between good and evil is not worth the battle - to stop caring about God - or find weariness in prayer - these are signs that all is not well - in the individual, or the nation. As long as I have the Spirit of God, desolate seasons are at least bearable - and you battle on, and see life through, with honour.
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| 11/22/2021 09:21 AM |
| A Leader Must START In Order To Achieve! |
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After, over four decades of personal involvement, in nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to creating, customized, professionally - designed, leadership training programs, to serving, personally, on several occasions, as a leader, it concerns me, so few, use, true, common sense, and how many resort to procrastination, when faced with any types of obstacles! The obvious - reality, is, a real leader, must, consistently, START, in order to get anything, of - value, achieved, and/ or, accomplished! With, that in mind, this article will...
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| 11/22/2021 09:20 AM |
| The Antidote to Hopelessness and Helplessness - So Needed In These Challenging Times! |
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No human leader is going to sort out all our problems - nobody is going to resolve all the current financial difficulties, in our lifetime - keep looking to Jesus Christ, our Saviour, and trusting Almighty God completely and totally. Faith in God and His Word keeps us hopeful in difficult times. Hope is based on knowledge - sure knowledge - certain knowledge. Faith and hope go together. We have hope, because we know the difficulties will not last. No problem comes to stay - it will pass. Hope is more than optimism - and more than wishing, or wishful thinking. Hope can say that when a thing is bad, it is bad.
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| 11/18/2021 10:54 AM |
| Great Leaders Prepare To SEIZE The Moment! |
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One of the key differences, between the finest leaders, and the rest - of - the - pack, is, the greatest ones are consistently, ready, willing, able, and as prepared, as possible, to SEIZE the moment, when obstacles present themselves, etc! After, over four decades of involvement, in, nearly, everything, involved with/ related to, effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, on several occasions, personally, as a leader, I strongly believe, one of the greatest challenges, to finding the right person, for positions, is, knowing, in - advance,...
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| 11/18/2021 10:54 AM |
| 6 Essentials For True Leadership? |
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After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to strongly, believe and feel, while many might assume a position of leadership, a much - smaller percentage, go - on, to become true leaders! These days, many organizations, appear to be facing a dearth of genuine leadership, and, either, don't, consistently, use a professionally - designed, leadership training program (customized to the specific group), or are willing to settle for nearly - anyone, often, because,...
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| 11/16/2021 11:16 AM |
| Why Effective Leaders Must Be PRAGMATIC Idealists? |
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Regardless of what group, one is a leader of, whether, public, corporate, and/ or, organizational, we all benefit, when the individual, does not, merely, exhibit, relevant, idealism, but, proceeds, as a PRAGMATIC idealsit! What good, is, even the finest ideas, and most responsible perceptions, unless/ until, one is able to create a meeting - of - the - minds, to get things done? How often, have we witnessed, something - better, being sacrified, because of waiting for perfection, and/ or, idealism?
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| 11/16/2021 11:16 AM |
| How Great Leaders Walk A FINE Line? |
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Many seem to believe, having democratic elections, is key, to creating the most representative, service - oriented group, but, while, conducting a fair election (both, in - fact, as well as perceptions) is needed, a real leader must realize, for them to achieve greatness, for the specific organization, it is often essential to walk a rather - FINE line! Unfortunately, in, nearly, every group, only a few people are committed, ready, willing, and able to make a difference, for the better! For example, only when one's stakeholders perceive something, which inspires and motivates them, will the group, actually, flourish, unfortunately, very few...
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| 11/15/2021 02:41 PM |
| Why Do You Need To Be a Multitasker Rather Than Just a Worker? |
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When you have spent a considerable number of years, let us say five years in a company, a passion for leadership germinates in you. It's not just your area of expertise where you would like to excel; the focus shifts to attaining a commanding position. However, achieving a commanding position is not something that happens overnight.
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| 11/15/2021 01:48 PM |
| Why Leaders Must Know The Potential IMPACTS Of Their Actions? |
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Unfortunately, far - too often, many tend to evaluate a leader, based, exclusively, on current conditions, etc, although, this is generally due to something, either, done, or avoided, by a previous individual! Perhaps, the major challenge, is finding, true leaders, who are ready, willing, and able to serve and represent, possessing the necessary combination of a true, positive, can - do, attitude (but, without, wearing, rose - colored glasses), with a well - developed, relevant aptitude and skill - set! After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training,...
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| 11/12/2021 10:13 AM |
| How Leaders Should Determine Their METHODS? |
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Although, there is no - such - thing, as, one - size - fits - all, when it comes to effective, quality leadership, I have come to strongly believe, based on over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to over a thousand, actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, personally, as a leader, on several occasions, in order to be a great one, an individual must become accustomed to his options, and determine, which METHODS, make the most sense, in terms of achieving the finest...
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| 11/12/2021 10:13 AM |
| Why Leaders Must Earn The FAITH Of Their Stakeholders? |
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Although, many individuals, consistently, assume positions of leadership, because they are, either, elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to them, unfortunately, far - too few, of them, actually, earn the FAITH of existing, and/ or, potential stakeholders, and, have, what it takes, to become a real leader! After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, every aspect, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, on several occasions, as a leader, I strongly believe, and advocate, for those, wishing, to lead, to do, all they...
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| 11/12/2021 10:11 AM |
| How To Know If You Are LEADING? |
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With, all the necessary components, etc, needed to become the best leader, it shouldn't be surprising, few of us, actually, know how to recognize, if we are, truly, effectively, LEADING! Whatever the mind of man, can perceive and conceive of, he can achieve. This adage instructs us, it is, generally, up - to, each of us, to determine our potential, and, how to proceed, in the best - possible manner!
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| 11/09/2021 08:29 AM |
| Judge A Leader On What He Always DOES! |
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One of the principal reasons, so many groups, experience, an apparent, dearth of genuine leadership, is the leaders, they either elect, select, or ascend to certain positions, talk - a - good - game, make empty promises, and use lots of rhetoric, etc, but fail to proceed, forward, in a well - considered, timely manner! Therefore, it is wiser, to judge a leader, based, on what he actually, achieves, and DOES! After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders,...
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| 11/08/2021 05:42 PM |
| Three Essential Habits for High Performing Leadership Teams |
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Performance is crucial for every team. It's how we measure progress in the game of work. Obsessing about the scoreline is not how we improve the play. It's only by improving our habits, relationships, and systems that we can generate better results in the long run. High performing teams master these three elements, plus three critical habits.
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| 11/08/2021 05:41 PM |
| Essentials For Quality Leadership IDEAS! |
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After, well over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, on various occasions, I feel strongly, a real leader must be ready, willing, and able, to bring - forth, relevant, sustainable IDEAS, which address current issues, as well as considering, the impacts and ramifications of any actions (or, failing to act), in the short, intermediate, and longer - term! With, that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss,...
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| 11/08/2021 10:40 AM |
| Why Leaders Must Learn From LIFE Lessons? |
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How can anyone hope, to be able to make, any type of significant difference, for the better, unless/ until, he is ready, willing, and able to learn from every conversations, personal experience, and both, the best, and worst moves/ strategies/ actions, of those, so - called, leaders, who preceded him? Doesn't it make sense, a real leader must consistently, learn, and improve, because of what he discovers, from the LIFE lessons? After, over four decades of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to well over a thousand, actual, and/ or,...
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| 11/08/2021 10:40 AM |
| Leaders Act Based On Their PERCEPTION! |
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After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, as a leader, on several occasions, I strongly believe, most individuals, serving in positions of leadership, act, based on their PERCEPTIONS, rather than, fully - considering, all relevant needs, priorities, etc, in a relevant and sustainable, well - considered, manner! Obviously, this is rarely, in the immediate, and, especially, the longer - term, best - interests of their specific organizations, yet, it often, seems to some individuals, to be...
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| 11/08/2021 10:39 AM |
| How Should We RATE Leaders? |
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If, we have learned anything, from studying history, as it related to rating and evaluating leaders, it should be, very often, those populist leaders, who many adore during their tenure, actually, were, perhaps, among the worst ones! Some of the dangers, when we try to RATE any leader, is, is the lens, we view it, under, an accurate, thorough, well - considered, relevant, sustainable, and fair oner, or, only one, which focuses on popularity, at the present - time, which often, doesn't even produce a short - term, best - result. In addition, the impacts of the actions taken, or avoided, by...
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| 11/02/2021 10:51 AM |
| 5 Necessities Of Meaningful Leadership Training Programs! |
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If, we don't wish to witness, more - and - more, organizations, failing and dwindling, we must implement, significantly - better, leadership training programs, created by true professionals, and customized to the specific group (its mission, ideology/ ideals, heritage/ history, mission, etc)! Although, I am probably, biased, regarding this need, because, for, over four decades, I have been involved, in nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving as a leader, on a variety of occasions, etc, this experience, and learning...
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| 11/02/2021 10:50 AM |
| Why Leaders Need Highest ETHICS? |
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Although. the world, would probably, be, a far - better place, if, everyone, held themselves to a higher ethical standard, since, a leader, in order to, truly, effectively, serve and represent, the best interests of his organization, and stakeholders, we must insist, these individuals, are held to the highest, possible standards! True leaders must, therefore, be held to a higher level of behavior, ans the highest, possible standards, of personal ETHICS!
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| 11/02/2021 10:49 AM |
| The First 6 Things Effective Leaders Must Do! |
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After, over four decades of professional involvement, in nearly, everything, related to, effectively, leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, various/ several times, I strongly believe, the first, few things, someone does, once becoming a leader, often, determines the possibilities, for his future success, and, hopefully, meaningful service and representation! Too often, some, well - intentioned, individuals, end - up, wasting valuable time, and opportunities, because, they are ill - prepared, for beginning! With, that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly,...
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| 10/28/2021 10:25 AM |
| How Leaders Get To The CRUX Of The Matter? |
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Wouldn't groups, be, far - better - off, served, and represented, if their leaders, proceeded, emphasizing, true priorities, needs, and perceptions, rather than, looking busy, and spending, too much time, sweating the petty stuff? After, over four decades, of personal, and professional involvement, in nearly, everything, related to effectively, leading, and making a change - for - the - better, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, personally, as a leader, on several occasions, I have come to strongly believe, it is incumbent - upon, and...
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