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trust

leaders build trust with their team and the organization. central in this discourse is the idea that whether or not we trust god depends on our untestable faith; however, whether or not we trust human beings and can be trusted … Continue reading

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Creativity and Innovation

The creativity and innovation experience: A delicate balancing act for leaders in a turbulent environment Every organization’s leadership desires success and, with limited resources in a slowing economy, tight budgets drive creativity and innovation.1 For-profit organizations strive for sustainable competitive … Continue reading

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self-deception

there is nothing more common in organizations than self-deception . . . an act that is contrary to what i know i should do for another. it boils down to one word . . . choice. it is my choice … Continue reading

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Honoring Cultural Distinctives

Abstract:  This article identifies some of the characteristics associated with individuals of shame cultures. Distinctively different from western culture, organizations engaged in cross-cultural communication and global enterprise with individuals from this culture must understand its attributes and gain competencies that … Continue reading

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Ethics in the 21st Century

Ours is a world of nuclear giants and ethical infants. We know more about war than we know about peace, more about killing than we know about living. We have grasped the mystery of the atom and rejected the Sermon … Continue reading

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egocentric vs. God-centered personality

catherine marshall, in her book beyond ourselves, illustrates the difference between the egocentric personality and the God-centered personality. it is an eye-opener; a tough self-evaluation. where do you find yourself? the egocentric personality is intent on self glory is concerned about … Continue reading

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the quest for significance

i struggle with this . . . we all do to some degree. we all want to be recognized for what we contribute whether it is at our workplace, with our family and friends, at our church, or with other … Continue reading

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accountable?

the barna group recently reported that, of the many exhortations in the Bible that are not popular in today’s world, the least favorite biblical principle might well be ”obey your spiritual leaders, and do what they say. their work is … Continue reading

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Strategic Foresight

Since its inception, the Christian church has been a bastion of faith, hope, as well as controversy. It survived immediate intense persecution, survived the Dark Ages, the Inquisition, the Holy Wars, but still experienced great revival and growth. Nevertheless, what … Continue reading

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primus inter pares

robert greenleaf, in his book servant leadership, presents the latin term primus inter pares – first or senior amongst equals. although we have embraced the concept of servant leadership, the notion of primus inter pares seems to have gone by … Continue reading

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