Leadership Lessons along the journey: Complexity

Complexity:  Complexity arises for leaders because we must deal with competing values, contrasting demands and contradictory perspectives.  This is the second universal leadership challenge mentioned by Allender.  At times, complexity has left me confused and paralyzed.  I have learned three great truths about complexity: 1.  Not all complexity is complex.  It just seems that way... Continue Reading →

Leadership lessons along the journey

Dan Allender states it simply, “If you’re a leader, you’re in the battle of your life.” [1]  When my wife and I accepted the job as national leaders in an organization, our boss commented that it would be a couple of the hardest years of our life.  I am not sure if his comment was because... Continue Reading →

7 Tips on Developing a Life Mission

What can we learn from the mission of Paul in Titus 1:1?  Download free article on Life Mission:  Paul's and Yours.  He had a mission, a sense of destiny.  It is of vital importance that we have one as well.  After an extensive investigation, J Robert Clinton, professor of leadership at Fuller Seminary concluded:  70%... Continue Reading →

Top 11 Favorite Books of 2011

Books are a great way to learn.  They spark new ideas.  I have always enjoyed reading and learning.  Being in the Masters in Global Leadership program at Azusa Pacific University has challenged and stimulated my learning this year.  Here are my top 11 reads for 2011: The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of... Continue Reading →

Intercultural Competencies for Global Leaders

Globalization has created a culturally diverse and interconnected world.  Individuals and organizations are faced with challenging demands and increased complexity.  To make sense of and lead effectively in today’s’ world, individuals need to master core competencies, especially as they face collective challenges in multicultural teams and organizations. A competency is more than knowledge and skills.... Continue Reading →

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