We've all heard "Experience is the best teacher." But I've met a lot of people who've got lots of experience, but still make some pretty dumb choices. Sometimes I'm one of them. If experience isn't the best teacher, then who is? Jaime Escalante. I kid. It's Robin Williams in Dead Poets Society. Kidding again. Experience … Continue reading Why Experience Isn’t The Best Teacher
What Good Leaders Do
Whether you're a parent, boss, volunteer, or even a friend you have some level of leadership in another's life. You might not think of yourself as a leader, but you are to someone. So how can you make sure you're a good one? I came across this quote on something every good leader does: "But … Continue reading What Good Leaders Do
It’s Not About The Nail
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4EDhdAHrOg It's been posted a bit by now, but here it is again just in case you missed it. Hilarious and definitely worth the 2 minutes to watch. Click here if you can't see the video.
Be Present
A few weeks ago I did a short post being present with your kids when your with your kids. This video from Catalyst a few years ago is a killer follow-up to why we should be present with our families and the damage that happens when we're not. http://youtu.be/e5y2GKk6sOI Click here if the video doesn't … Continue reading Be Present
16 Things Growing Churches Do
Last week I got the chance to hear from Saddleback's Chief of Staff, David Chrzan, talk about some of the things they're doing to move their ministry forward. Since they are one of the largest and fastest growing churches in America right now, I thought it'd be a good idea to take notes. Here's 16 … Continue reading 16 Things Growing Churches Do
Reducing Stress as a Leader and Parent
Right now I've been reading Love and Logic Magic for Early Childhood. As the parent of an 18-month-old I've really liked the approach, tips, and stories from the father-son duo who wrote it. It's a good book, even though it sounds like the name of a book of spells Zummi Gummi would use on Gummi … Continue reading Reducing Stress as a Leader and Parent
