In 1989, ministry leader, Larry Burkett, wrote a great book called Business by the Book. When I taught Burkett’s workshop, the very first lesson began with a principle that was simple yet profound. This principle was, “The purpose of your business is to glorify God.” If you ask most business owners why they are in business, they will tell you ...
A key to true business success is pursuing purpose rather than profits. When I was 25, I read about a new concept of renting used cars. I thought of riches and decided to give the idea a try. One cold morning multiple rental cars wouldn’t start. I realized, then, I was only in it for the money and was miserable. ...
In this series, we’re talking about principles for business planning. The second principle is this: “God’s purpose will prevail, so seek His purpose and plan.” When I was 25, I started a car rental agency for the purpose of making a lot of money. I had a plan, but I never even considered consulting with God for His plan. Years ...
Harvard Business Review published a recent article that stated, “To inspire your staff to do good work for you, find a way to express the organization’s impact on the lives of customers, clients, students, patients — whomever you’re trying to serve. Make them feel it.” Serving people is the heart and soul of business. It is the who, not the ...
In politics, sports, or business, many tend to think God is either with our side or against us. In business, when we’re competing to land a big sale or contract, we may assume God wants us to win just because we are one of His children. In Joshua 5, Joshua saw an angel. Joshua asked the angel if he was ...
Christopher Columbus was a leader who knew the importance and value of perseverance. In 1485 he began soliciting funding for his dream of sailing to the Orient through a western route. He started with the King of Portugal, but was turned down! Columbus was so driven to accomplish his goal that he kept approaching multiple countries for their support for ...
Many women reach a crossroads when they begin having children. The question that is often asked is whether to stay at home, or, continue working outside the home? Although some would disagree on both sides of the issue, neither is right or wrong. Instead, I believe God has a calling and purpose for each woman that can be unique to ...
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 ...
Universal Basic Income has become a growing topic, due to the fear of jobs being eliminated because of artificial intelligence and robotics. The concept of UBI is to provide everyone a government check each month for a minimum standard of living. A McKinsey Global Institute study, however, discovered that automation will increase employment overall! In my opinion, UBI will disincentivize ...
In a recent blog post about Mission Statements, the Mitch Cox companies stated, “We seek to honor God in our daily operations through Christian ministry as a real estate solutions company.” The article went on to explain their mission would remain the same no matter what industry they were running. They demonstrate honor to God by the work they do ...
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