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Monday, February 20th, 2012

WOW! What a week for blogs. I found some really great posts this week. Posts that made an impact on my life. Here are just a few of them.

7 Practical Ways Organizations Can Leverage Social Media by Scott Williams
he World Of Social Media is here to stay and that has major implications for the business sector, non-profits, organizations and Corporate America. There are over 250 million bloggers, over 845 million Facebook users, 500 million Twitter users, 40 million Google+ users and 34% of these folks post opinions about products and brands. These shared opinions are a big deal, as research shows 78% of consumers trust peer recommendations and only 14% trust advertisements. Continue Reading …

Lessons From the Wilderness… by Jo Saxton
This Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a tradition observed by Christians around the world for centuries. A season of intentional self-denial, repentance and service, Lent identifies with when Jesus was tested in the Wilderness. Many of us have distanced ourselves from Lent wondering if it’s an antiquated legalistic ritual. Yet when we look at the story of Jesus in the wilderness – we see temptations, so relevant for today that it’s worth season to fast, pray and surrender to God, acknowledging our desperate need for his grace and power. Continue Reading …

7 Steps to Launching Your Next BIG Project by Michael Hyatt
aunching anything new is tough. If you’re like me, you have more on your plate now than you can say grace over. How in the world could you make time for one more thing? Continue Reading …

5 Aspects of the Heart of a Leader by Ron Edmondson
Someone asked me recently what I primarily look for in the hiring of a staff position. I said, without reservation, first and foremost, I look for a heart. I want a heart that honors Christ more than self, that desires to grow and learn, and that is willing to sacrifice personal privilege for benevolent purpose of others. The heart of a leader is more important than any other characteristic. Continue Reading …

Oh, and this one … if for all us single guys out there looking for that special someone to spend the rest of our lives with.

You Probably Shouldn’t Date Her If … by Perry Noble
A few weeks ago I did a post challenging ladies to have incredibly high standards (entitled, “You Probably Shouldn’t Date Him If…”)…this week I want to challenge the guys to have incredibly high standards as well and let you know that you probably should not date her if… Continue Reading …

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Monday, February 20th, 2012

Risk

“The person who risks nothing, does nothing, has nothing, is nothing, and becomes nothing. He may avoid suffering and sorrow, but he simply cannot learn and feel and change and grow and love and live.” ~Leo Buscaglia

What are you risking?

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Monday, February 13th, 2012

Monday Blog Roundup – 02/13/12

I am an avid reader. It’s like an addiction to me. I need to read. If I don’t read for a couple of days I start to feel the “booogityblues”. As you may have guessed, I find so many great reads each week on the web. There are so many phenomenal leaders publishing blogs that it can be a feeding ground for leaders. With that in mind, each week I would like to share with you some of my favorite blog posts. So without further adieu … this weeks posts.

The 8 Best Worst Ideas For Leadership Growth Ever by Margaret Feinberg
Many articles are dedicated to nurturing a leader’s growth, giving practical advice and insights. But what about those who don’t want to grow to become a good leader? Look no further. Here are the 8 best worst ideas for leadership growth: Continue Reading …

3 C’s of Successful Leadership by Ron Edmondson
To succeed as a leader you need to succeed at character, commitment and competence. Character – Character is who you are when no one is looking. It’s your level of honesty and integrity, and the way you deal with pride and humility. Continue Reading …

What’s at stake if you don’t succeed? by Michael Hyatt
In 1986 I started my own publishing company with Robert Wolgemuth. We had worked together at Word, Inc. and then at Thomas Nelson. Like a lot of young entrepreneurs, we had a big dream, a business plan, but few resources. Continue Reading …

Throw Out the Rule Book by Jenni Catron
By title I am the rule maker and the rule keeper. It’s kind of a given as the Executive Director of an organization. But guess what? I hate rules, policies & most procedures. Continue Reading …

10-That Never Change While Leading by Artie Davis
When you lead, some lessons are learned easily, some are learned through fire. Wisdom is gained by learning through your own failure, and observing the failure of others. Continue Reading …

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Monday, February 13th, 2012

Empty Your Storage

Let’s face it—God’s greatest leaders have historically been the antithesis of remarkability. The people that have made the greatest difference were never the ones that spoke with the most eloquence, knew all the rules, or even looked the part. But they were the ones that had the audacity to say, “God, I’m nothing without you. If I’m going to do anything for you, I need you to fill me with everything I need.” They made enough space available in their lives for God to do something great.

The good news is Jesus already died to heal your imperfections. To strengthen your weaknesses. To break your addictions. You’re a new creation in Christ—one that will play a vital role in glorifying His name.

~By Steven Furtick

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Monday, January 23rd, 2012

An Interview with Jon Gordon on Leadership

Jon Gordon An Interview with Jon Gordon on Leadership Recently I was afforded the awesome opportunity of interviewing Jon Gordon. Jon is a husband, father, and author. His best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. He is the author of The Wall Street Journal bestseller The Energy Bus, as well as The No Complaining Rule, Training Camp, The Shark and The Goldfish, Soup: A Recipe to Nourish Your Team and Culture, and his latest book The Seed: Finding Purpose and Happiness in Life and Work. I could literally write pages and pages about all Jon’s accomplishments from sharing his principles with NFL Teams such as the Atlanta Falcons to the many Fortune 500 Companies like Noodles & Company, Campbell Soup, and Pepperidge Farm however Jon would tell you today that his past accomplishments are meaningless. What matters most is that something he says will inspire you to take action.

Please take a look at this short clip that Jon recorded sharing with you some thoughts about his new book “The Seed: Finding Purpose and Happiness in Life and Work“.

As you can see, Jon is inspirational. He has found his greater purpose and today is inspiring millions to find their’s as well. Like I said, I was afforded the awesome opportunity of interviewing Jon. So without further ado …. my interview with Jon Gordon.

What was your first recollection of experiencing great leadership?
I would say meeting and spending time with Ken Blanchard, the author of the One Minute Manager.

Who had the most significant influence on shaping you as a leader?
Honestly the answer is God. I wish I had better leaders in my life growing up and in my early career but I didn’t. People often ask me where my leadership principles come from and they come during my walks of prayers in the morning.

What are three words people would use to describe you?
Energetic, sincere, real.

What do you believe is the biggest challenge facing leaders today?
Busyness, stress, fear and negativity.

What is one characteristic that you believe every leader should possess?
Optimism. It’s the most important characteristic of a leader.

What advice would you give someone who is considering a leadership position for the first time?
Know what you stand for. Know your purpose and vision and share them. Read leadership books. I’m amazed at how many don’t read to improve themselves as a leader. Books will help you clarify what you believe and shape you and your actions as a leader. It’s not just about reading. It’s about applying.

Over the years, what is one behavior or trait that you have seen derail great leaders?
Pride. It comes before the fall. The best leaders are humble and hungry.

If you could study leadership with anyone in the world with whom would you study?
Abraham Lincoln. For a leader who is living I would say Bob Iger the CEO of Disney.

If you could give my readers one piece of advice on leadership, what would that be?
Lead with optimism. Leadership is a transfer of belief. Steve Jobs had the ability to convince people they could do things they never thought possible and they did it.

What’s next for you? Is there another book in the works?
Yes. The Positive Dog. It’s about the benefits and strategies of positivity.

Do you have question you would like to ask Jon? Please share your question below, you may get your question answered.

If you are interested in finding out more about Jon Gordon I encourage you to visit his website at www.JonGordon.com or follow him on Twitter @JonGordon11 or Facebook.

Disclosure: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links” which does mean that if you click on the link and purchase the item through Amazon that I will receive a small commission however the purpose behind this post was not for monetary reasons but yet to introduce you to an incredible leader and motivator. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

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