In the last six months, how many instances has someone in your life given you feedback that felt like a punch in the gut? And what was their comment? If you cannot tell me, then you may be missing a key component in your life of leadership. I find it rare for people to give […]

It is in vogue for leaders to say they ascribe to the ethos of servant leadership. As a Christian leader, beware, we are called to a higher standard. The tenants of servant leadership are beautiful; they are even Biblical. Still, for leaders and entrepreneurs who follow Christ, something is missing. What are the general principles […]

I was in an Uber recently with a Buddhist man. He was kind and happy to talk about religion. So I asked him to share what he believes. Then I asked him if it was okay for me to share what I believe. Thus, I shared the gospel. I ended up inviting him to our […]

Current Western culture frequently labels Christians as intolerant and non-inclusive of progressive views. Many times, we as Christians are scared of being shamed by others. Or worse, we don’t want to view ourselves as bigots, so we grapple with our identity. You are a leader. Will you stand up with me against this tide, in […]

Do you ever feel discouraged to keep on leading? I do. Since 2008, I have been intentional to grow as a leader. I have created and led several companies. I have served on several boards of trustees. I have written and spoken extensively about leadership. And still, occasionally I hesitate, I doubt my ability and […]

If you study any revolution, from the French to the Russian, you will find one common theme that undergirds the revolts: people feel unheard, their concerns remain unaddressed. Making sure our people feel heard is the foundation of leadership and any relationship for that matter. Do your people feel heard? I recently became the leader […]

The Janissaries, an elite infantry of the Ottoman Empire, formed in order to be the Sultan’s personal guard, which over time grew to be a powerful political force. During periods of peace they became involved in coup attempts, internal strife, and the destabilization of the empire. When we scan history, we find that in unstable […]

In the book Breaking the Trust Barrier, J. V. Venable describes how fighter jet pilots conduct civilian air shows, during which they bring the aircraft sometimes within one to two feet of each other, going upwards of 500 miles per hour, and do this at 150 feet off the ground. One mistake—and catastrophe occurs. These […]

One of the most powerful brainstorming sessions I have attended was for one of the ministries in which I serve on the board of a small seminary. It was a session a few hours in length, where we all agreed to simply ask questions—and not just any questions, disruptive ones. If you want to invigorate […]

As a Christian leader, do you ever wonder whether your “good” people-honoring ways of leadership are as effective as a harsh, quasi deceitful approach? Never doubt that being good wins. Niccolò Machiavelli, the Italian Renaissance political philosopher, is famous for the malevolent advice he gave to princes and rulers in his book, The Prince. Here […]

What are the hardest events one can go through as a leader? Here are three that cut deep. They are part of the journey and ones we may encounter several times in our life of leadership. Have you been through any of these experiences yet? 1. Saying Goodbye to a Team—This happened to me in […]

Winston Churchill, one of history’s greatest leaders, was rejected as a Prime Minister after World War II. He was voted out. Shortly after the end of WWII, the Labour Party, led by Clement Attlee, won that election, leading to Churchill’s replacement as Prime Minister. Churchill and the Conservative Party were voted out. How could this […]