Buried Talent
It was once wisely observed that “Success is not measured by what you are compared to others; success is measured by what you are compared to what you could be.” (Bill Gothard) If you haven’t yet watched the short film “Buried Talent,” please take a look. It illustrates two common problems: One, comparing ourselves to others … and two,...... >Read More
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The Consequences of Bad Decisions
Bad decision making strategies lead to bad decisions and bad consequences. If you work in the business world, you've likely witnessed the consequences of bad decisions made by a company president or CEO. But you don't have to work in management for your decisions to have a big impact. Just ask former Barings Bank employee Nick Leeson, whose poor...... >Read More
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Lessons in Decision-Making
Forty years after his tragic death, President John F. Kennedy continues to fascinate. A new JFK biography hit the bestseller lists. His relatives -- America's royalty to some -- are frequent newsmakers. An intriguing facet of his legacy involves his decision-making procedures. Some brought great success, others colossal failure.
In 1961, after...... >Read More
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The Rich DeVos Guide to Good Decision Making
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...... >Read More
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Charter of Values
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...... >Read More
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Coming Home - An Essay on How to Relate to God
This is Part 1 of a 4 Part series, Coming Home - An Essay on How to Relate to God.
At some point in our lives we will ask the question: How should I relate to God? This little essay is my humble attempt to answer that question – for I’ve concluded there is no greater issue in life.
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Soul-Safety Advocate
John Terry smiled when he heard his foreman's request. "Will you lead the toolbox safety meeting today after lunch?" It was a busy day, but he was willing to take the time. In fact, his eyes twinkled and his apple cheeks shone as he told the foreman, "I'll be glad to do it."
The founder and president of the Terry... >Read More
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The Bridge that Truth Burned
There’s a well-known idiom in the business world that has been the... >more
Managing Excessive Debt: It All Begins With A Plan
Serious debt problems arise when the amount you owe is... >more
What Do You Fear?
