Jim can ask profound questions that make you think deeply about underlying issues. For instance, Jim recently commended underlying issues, as a ministry, on our increased momentum. But rather than leave it at that, Jim pointedly asked, “Have you ever had this level of momentum before?” This simple question caused me to ponder our past. His great questions cause me ...
A former Navy Seal, Jeff Bramstedt, was greeting a long line of people after a speech when a nine-year-old boy named Tommy limply stuck out his hand and looked to the ground. Jeff looked Tommy in the eyes and said, “You can do better.” Jeff then trained Tommy to master a firm handshake. Afterwards, Jeff handed him a $20 bill ...
An article by OfficeVibe highlights four keys to employee relations. The four keys are: Open communication, offer praise and recognition, provide constant feedback, and invest in the employees. Communication is the critical foundation of solid employee relations. With clear communication comes the ability for each side to understand the other, and for defensive walls to be broken down. 1 Kings ...
Author, Simon Sinek, in his book titled “Infinite Game,” believes that the business world has been stuck chasing what he calls a “finite game.” When business leaders simply chase profit from quarter to quarter, they are chasing a finite solution, rather than a lasting purpose. Sinek contends that what business leaders should be pursuing is what he labels a “just ...
Many of us may be willing to make modest pivots in business, but what happens if your business model is soon to be irrelevant? Kodak made their money on film when digital cameras surfaced. They needed to change their business model, but their leadership lacked the courage to make a radical pivot. Their inaction resulted in bankruptcy. Peter was only ...
A family member of mine was downsized at 61 years old. He assumes that getting hired for a permanent position at his age is doubtful. Unfortunately, this possibility is based on past assumptions. Many employers currently assume employees will retire at 65. Recent research by Transamerica has revealed that 54% of people now believe they will work longer than 65. Only ...
Bret took shortcuts in everything he did, so much so that it regularly got him in trouble at work and home. He once confided that he had just taken a call from the trash company that hauled his company’s trash. They were livid that someone had put cans of industrial paint into the dumpster which spilled onto their truck, and ...
Although I fully understand the value others can bring to a task, I don’t naturally think about involving others in projects. Jesus thought differently. He often worked through others. Jesus knew involving his disciples would get the job done and change their lives personally. Luke 10:1-2 says, “Now after this the Lord appointed seventy others, and sent them in pairs ahead ...
In this series, we’re talking about lessons we can learn from the character of Bezalel in the book of Exodus. Bezalel was responsible for building the furnishings inside the tabernacle. God gave Moses the design for what and how He wanted His tabernacle created. Bezalel co-labored with God to produce excellent results. The outcome was a tabernacle that met God’s ...
In this series, we’re talking about lessons we can learn from the character of Bezalel in the book of Exodus. Bezalel was a craftsman and a teacher, but it appears that he was also a generalist. He was skilled in multiple different crafts, while others were called to specifically be engravers or designers. Being a generalist was likely necessary for ...
Equipping Others to Do Work Differently
