There is much in culture today that makes a person feel engaged but doesn’t actually achieve engagement. Engagement is being actively involved in meaningful and authentic interactions with others. It requires true interdependence. There are far too many things in the world that, in the name of engagement, actually disconnect us from ongoing, deepening and… Continue reading Get in the Game
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Inspiration Or Motivation
Life is 10% what happens to you, and 90% how you respond to it” Charles R. Swindall If a person will succeed it requires motivation. The quality of attitude that keeps things moving forward. The personal fortitude to get out of bed in the morning put ones feet on the ground and attack the world… Continue reading Inspiration Or Motivation
Mentors Matter. 3 Ways to Obtain Effective Mentor Relationships
Almost 30 years ago I was a young pastor just starting out and an older leader who was leading in the denomination I was a part of was very kind to me and wanted to help me grow and develop. He took my out to eat, and talked to me about leadership. Learning how to… Continue reading Mentors Matter. 3 Ways to Obtain Effective Mentor Relationships
The Height of Selfishness – Being a People Pleaser
Have you ever felt stuck? Have you ever asked yourself why? One rapid way to get stuck is to try to please everyone. By pleasing people, we find ourselves backed into a corner because, when attempting to make everyone happy, you ultimately make no one happy, especially yourself. The most intense problem with people pleasing… Continue reading The Height of Selfishness – Being a People Pleaser
“Gadberry’s Workisms”
A few years ago, I was preparing to teach a staff on focus and purpose regarding our work. Somehow, with new technological advancements, we must remind ourselves that there is no replacement for good ‘ol hard work. If you are going to succeed in life, you will only do it if you work hard. This… Continue reading “Gadberry’s Workisms”