One of the most important things my dad taught me is that failure is trying to please everyone. As a recovering people-pleaser it's become my mantra. It's a great line I think sums up an important truth: If Jesus, who has that whole God-Thing going on for Him, can't make everybody happy then why in the … Continue reading Why You Can’t Make Everybody Happy (and Why You Shouldn’t Even Try)
Writing a Plan that Your Boss will Back
http://www.flickr.com/photos/benheine/4770218308/ Knowing how to write a good proposal is a must-have skill for every leader. It doesn't matter whether or not you work in a church, run your own business, or are a CEO of a Fortune 500 company. The odds are good that if you have an idea that you need to get buy-in … Continue reading Writing a Plan that Your Boss will Back
Building a Legacy Worth Leaving Behind
I was reminded about the importance of legacy the other day when I came across this verse in my quiet time: "The next section was repaired by the men of Tekoa, but their nobles would not put their shoulders to the work under their supervisors." - Nehemiah 3:5 (NIV) Two thoughts came to mind when … Continue reading Building a Legacy Worth Leaving Behind
How to Appreciate Others
Every month at High Desert Church our staff comes together for an early morning breakfast. After we eat and go over a few announcements our executive pastor, Jack Hamilton, usually does a leadership lesson for us. Last Wednesday he talked about appreciation. Here are the highlights from his talk: 1. Most people tend to be … Continue reading How to Appreciate Others
6 Ways to Succeed As a Leader
I took my first real leadership position back in 2003. The first two years were the toughest for me as I struggled to find my place in the office (mainly because I didn't have an office the first year). Newly married and fresh out of college, I struggled with how to lead well. Thankfully, … Continue reading 6 Ways to Succeed As a Leader
One Team, One Fight
http://www.flickr.com/photos/29465212@N06/4504146274/ I love this visual from Matt Mc Gill's blog a couple of weeks ago: "Love the roster a mom put together… It says, one team, one fight. Perfect." When I saw this it made me think of you. Well, not you specifically because we've probably never met before. It made me think of US: people … Continue reading One Team, One Fight
Jeff McClung 