Author Archives: Steve

Masters and Servants

In 1802, Bowdoin College President Joseph McKeen made this exhortation: “It ought always to be remembered, that literary institutions (colleges/universities) are founded and endowed for the common good, and not for the private advantage of those who resort to them … Continue reading

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Leadership and Fiscal Responsibility

For years, the rhetoric has been flying back and forth in local, state, and federal governments about the excessive tax and spending policies being implemented. Not only has the rhetoric included policies involving the size and influence of ‘government,’ but … Continue reading

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What is TRUTH?

A number of years ago, a young man was on trial for his life because he claimed to be who he really was. It appeared a group of influential men in the community wanted this young man killed because he … Continue reading

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Old Fashioned Value?

Recently, I heard an excellent presentation that included components dealing with the attributes of integrity. Integrity . . . a word that has been misused, misapplied, and, in some cases, maligned in our modern culture. What is it? And, does … Continue reading

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Organizational Design and Change

Design within an organization must be ever changing to meet the challenges of our rapidly changing world environments; flexibility is paramount. Leaders who wish to benefit from more of the opportunities available to their organizations now and in the future understand … Continue reading

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Encouragement

There are people standing in line to convince you the goals and dreams you have are unattainable. Don’t just ignore them; run from them. The world if filled with people passionately perusing mediocrity. “Keep away from people who try to … Continue reading

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Agent of Change

“I am personally convinced that one person can be a change catalyst, a “transformer” in any situation, in any organization. Such an individual is yeast that can leaven an entire loaf. It requires vision, initiative, patience, respect, persistence, courage, and … Continue reading

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The Architecture of Church Governance – A Need for Change

In December, Charisma Magazine posted an article titled Spiritual Trends to Watch in 2012 written by J. Lee Grady. He begins by stating . . . “Some people are terrified of 2012. Their fear is based on the fact that the Mayans of … Continue reading

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Oregon Ducks Football . . . not a “REAL” Team ! ? !

I live too close to the State of Oregon to be asking such questions or making such claims. In fact, tonight, when class resumes at an Oregon college where I teach, I may be tarred and feathered by Ducks fans. … Continue reading

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Bad Leadership Habits

I recently read an article published by Forbes Magazine on-line titled The Seven Habits of Spectacularly Unsuccessful Executives. You can read the entire article at: http://www.forbes.com/sites/ericjackson/2012/01/02/the-seven-habits-of-spectacularly-unsuccessful-executives/. Following is the list: Habit # 1:  They see themselves and their companies as … Continue reading

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