Weekly Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter

finding wisdom in a foolish world

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I’ve made a lot of mistakes at work–some as an employee, but many more as an employer. I’ve overestimated my ability and underestimated the effort required. I’ve failed to see obvious facts which would influence a decision and created things which weren’t actually there. I’ve been selfish, closed-minded, and insecure. But there is one mistake which stands above all the rest. Present and former co-workers might be quick to say this wasn’t my worst mistake,Continue Reading...

If you are doing it right, others will criticize you. Some will laugh. Others will mock. A few will seriously critique. They will not like your decisions, be confused by your quirks, and will judge many of your actions as unnecessary or harmful. The absence of criticism isn’t a sign of health; it’s a warning sign of disease. I would be concerned if no one ever laughed at how we do marriage. If a goodContinue Reading...

Good leadership is often unexpected. It comes in a form we do not anticipate. What many consider insignificant choices are actually the most necessary courses of action. To outsiders, the choices and decisions might seem pointless. But time proves their value. Conversely, what others view as useful actions can prove to be pointless. While they might feel useful and constructive in the moment, time proves they don’t help and can actually hinder progress. The UnexpectedContinue Reading...