“It is more important to the rest of the world that your American president appear or be or be perceived to be a leader than for him to actually be …
The Great Man Theory
You may have heard people saying, “Great leaders are God-gifted, not man-made”? This quote reflects the results of a very popular (apparently) theory known as Great Man Theory of Leadership, …
Throwback Thursday: Constantine
Constantine the Great: (February 27, 272 – May 22, 337), was also known as Constantine I or Saint Constantine. He was the 57th Roman Emperor and reigned as Emperor from …
Is Gov. Christie Raising the Bar?
No, I am not talking about that kind of bar! Much has been made this week about New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s handling of “Bridgegate”. For purposes of this article …
Leadership and Tom Landry
Leadership is getting someone to do what they don’t want to do to achieve what they want to achieve. Tom Landry Thanksgiving has been known for many traditions. Not the …
Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation
Thanksgiving Proclamation Issued by President George Washington, at the request of Congress, on October 3, 1789 By the President of the United States of America, a Proclamation. Whereas it is …
Provoking Points on Leadership?
The Point of Leadership — After attending a very informative, thought provoking, and inspirational leadership conference at Saddleback Church I wanted to share a few insights. Considering our current state …
George Washington on Leadership
We have studied George Washington since first grade. We think we know a lot about him. But I am not sure that what we think we know is really historically …
A Lack of Leadership
Last night one of my daughters asked me why the government was shut down, and I have to admit, I didn’t feel like I had a good answer. So I …
Leadership: Ever Been Mistaken for the Messiah?
Every Wednesday, I meet a group of men-leaders-for a Bible Study. This has been going on for over 15 years. We are currently studying the book of John. The discussion …