The article emphasizes the necessity of discernment for Christian leaders, drawing parallels with Sun Tzu’s principles in The Art of War. It highlights Jesus’ teachings in Matthew 10:16, urging leaders to be shrewd yet harmless. Understanding both allies and adversaries enables leaders to safeguard their teams and make informed decisions.
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The Golden Circle in START WITH WHY
I find that anytime time I meet someone new, there will inevitably come a point in the conversation where they ask, “What do you do?” This can be a good question to get to know someone. However, I think there is a better question you can ask when meeting someone for the first time. InsteadContinue reading “The Golden Circle in START WITH WHY”
How to Start Reading Everyday
March is National Reading Month. Harry S. Truman has been quoted as saying, “Leaders are readers.” If you want to make reading a daily habit, one of the simplest ways to start is with daily reader books. These “devotional” style books have a one-page reading for each day of the year. If it is March 1st,Continue reading “How to Start Reading Everyday”
Green, Yellow, & Red Zones in AT YOUR BEST
“Most people have only three to five deeply productive hours in a day when their energy is at its peak. That’s it.” – Carey Nieuwhof You have likely noticed that there are certain times of the day when your energy is at its peak. It might be when you take your first sip of coffeeContinue reading “Green, Yellow, & Red Zones in AT YOUR BEST”
What is Emotional Intelligence?
You may have heard leadership gurus say something along the lines of, “EQ is more important than IQ.” However, you may not know what EQ is or how to increase it. Emotional Intelligence (often abbreviated “EQ”), is a leadership skill that focuses on one’s personal and social competencies. There are four components to emotional intelligence.Continue reading “What is Emotional Intelligence?”
Nick Chellsen 