Someone once told me, “Brian, when you’re in a room with someone who knows more about a subject matter than you do, just sit there quietly, listen, take copious notes and learn from them.” This advice has served me well over the years. I love being in the room with smart leaders. Smart leaders not […]
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11 Things The Best Leaders In The World Do. And You Can Do Them As Well.
I have written much about Apex Leaders. These individuals have reached the top of their professions and are the best at what they do. The interesting thing about Apex Leaders is they have practices average people like you and me can incorporate to get better ourselves. in the August 28th edition of Sports Illustrated, writer L. […]
10 Books Every Leader Should Read This Summer
Why is it important for leaders to be readers? Reading is a demonstration of humility. It communicates that a leader understands he/she has not arrived yet. There is a gap from where they are and where they need to be. Therefore, leadership demands continual learning. Also, I have found reading to be the fastest way […]
The Perfect Father’s Day Gift For The Men In Your Church
Do the men in your church feel valued? Are the men in your church inspired and equipped for greatness? Have you been able to connect men in compelling small groups they can’t wait to attend? If the answer to any of these questions is “No”, I want to help you. Buying a gift for the […]
5 Ways To Know If You Are A Leader With Good Listening Skills
Secrets Of A Secret Shopper: Reaching And Keeping Church Guests by Greg Atkinson is getting a lot of buzz from respected Christian leaders like Carey Nieuwhof and Thom Rainer. Just in case you are unfamiliar with Greg, I want to introduce you to him. Greg is the Founder of Worship Impressions and Executive Director of ExPastors.com. He is an author, […]
The Top 10 Leadership Books I’ve Ever Read
I love reading about leadership. I especially enjoy gleaning insights from Apex Leaders, actual practitioners who are leading at the highest levels possible and then written about their experiences. The following are the Top 10 leadership books I have ever read in alphabetical order by author. The Bible (this is number one in any order. […]
13 Things Apex Leaders Do Under Intense Pressure, Conflict And Chaos
https://youtu.be/GxrzNbMq5gk “Big time players make big time plays in big times games.” – Santana Moss Big time sales people make big time presentations to big time clients. Big time producers deliver big time results at big time moments. Big time speakers deliver big time talks to big time crowds. Big time musicians deliver big time […]
10 Leadership Lessons And Quotes From Lolo Jones On Handling Failure And Disappointment
Have you ever given everything, I mean everything, you have to a relationship, project, church, career, or your family only to see it come crashing down around you? Do you remember the pain and disappointment? The deep sense of loss and waste? Were you left wondering what you would do next or if you had any self-worth at all? […]