Why should I act ethically? After all, if I can get away with a few short cuts here and there, my unethical behavior will serve me well.  I will gain advantage over others.  I may speed up the accumulation of power or wealth.  So, why not?  Apparently many others are stepping across the line.  Why not me?  What does it matter as long as I...

One day I resigned as President of the company.  What a difficult decision! I didn't resign because I was making a career ladder move.  I didn't leave over decisions about executive fall-out or even the loss of income.  My biggest fears were not about what was ahead but rather what I was leaving behind.  My biggest fears were about the group...

Over the years of working for Rich DeVos in the Magic organization, I have seen him make many bold, risky, multimillion-dollar decision. From watching him and talking to him in those moments of decision, I have identified eight principles Rich uses whenever he has a difficult decision to make. These eight principles have made him one of the most...

Businesses around the world have drawn up Purpose Statements, Goals and Priorities to help keep the their companies on target. Below is a sample of a Charter of Values that is used by REM Enterprises Inc. They have tried something new so that their employees and customers know what they stand for. Have you ever considered drawing up a...

First, let's focus on a few broad-brush concepts that will give you a sturdy foundation for setting your goals. Then, we will look at steps to achieving them. Why goal setting is important In a fabled Harvard University study only three percent of Harvard students asked set and wrote goals on a regular basis. The stunning revelation of this...

My growth has been greatly enhanced by learning to sail. I have a thirty year old 12 foot Dolphin Sailboat and a 24 foot Com Pac made in 1981. They are perfect for exploring all the lakes and seaways around where I live. The lessons learned relaxing and reflecting on these old boats have enhanced my own spiritual growth and journey to recovery. ...

During the first week after his commitment to Christ, the public defender of the county in which I live received thrilling proof of the power of God to help him live differently. "Pete" Partee clashed with a judge. Instead of responding in anger, as he normally would have done, he sent up a quick prayer to the Lord. "The Lord gave me the power...