Does teamwork really make the dream work in tough times?
In today’s economic climate, layoffs seem to be a fact of life. The newly-unemployed take the biggest hit, of course. But layoffs and restructuring cause difficulties for those remaining, too. Last week’s post was about pre-layoff decisions that a leader must make. This time I want to talk about post-layoff situations that leaders must often…
Read MoreIs there a right way to lay someone off?
At the Maximum Impact Simulcast on May 8, I fielded a very timely question. During lunch, a young man asked, “How does a good leader handle layoffs? Especially when they need to lay off a good and valued employee?” Here’s what I believe: First, I don’t think a leader should ask others to make sacrifices…
Read MoreJust one highlight of the Maximum Impact Simulcast
If you read my Twitterstream on Friday, May 8, you know a lot – maybe more than you ever wanted to – about the all-day Maximum Impact Simulcast. (If we overdid it on the Tweeting, please chalk it up to a combination of enthusiasm and inexperience.) I have even more to share from the event,…
Read MoreIt's about time!
Busy? Me too. I’m in Florida this weekend, speaking at my home church, Christ Fellowship in Palm Beach, FL. Today it’s a leadership conference. Then I’m preaching at Christ Fellowship’s Gardens Campus on Saturday (6pm EDT) and Sunday (9 & 11 am EDT). Visit the church website for directions if you’ll be in south Florida.…
Read MoreAny dream worth considering is worth evaluating (and Tweeting?)
Today’s post is an excerpt from my book, Put Your Dream to the Test: 10 Questions that Will Help You See It and Seize It. I hope it’s helpful to you in your pursuit of your dreams. Know the Answers Before You Take the Test When you were a kid in school, do you remember…
Read MoreCrises call for critical choices
With the economy in its current state, it seems like every time we turn around, a new crisis appears. Bank failures, home foreclosures, business ventures reluctantly abandoned. In times like these, good leadership is especially critical. I recently addressed this in a session for the Maximum Impact program, which will be available in October. One…
Read MoreWhere am I this week?
This week I’m enjoying time with extended family for Easter. The kids and grandbabies are here, and we’re having a wonderful time making memories. But here are a couple places you can find me both online and in person in the near future: I spoke about a very famous dreamer at the Crystal Cathedral recently.…
Read MoreFile under F for Filing
A few posts ago, I described how I jump-start my creativity with quotes and articles from others. I wrote that whenever I need to prepare a new book, lesson, article, or sermon, the first thing I do is pull all of my files on the topic. I’ve spoken and written about this a lot. But…
Read MoreDreams: Have you included the people you need to realize them?
Today is the official publication date of my newest book. To celebrate its official release, here is an excerpt for you. I hope it provides you with food for thought and concrete instruction that you can apply to your life today. Excerpted From Chapter 6: The People Question: Have I Included the People I Need…
Read MoreSeeking creativity in its natural habitat
In Part 1 on the topic of creativity, I told you that I didn’t fit the creative mold. But I didn’t let that stop me from working to become more creative. I shared with you how I look to the creative thinking of others for the tools and inspiration to grow in this area. (If…
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