I'm writing this at the beginning of a year (2021), but this practice is something I'd recommend for anything you do or at the end of any time period. Developing an after action review (AAR) habit can have a powerful effect on everything you do. … [Read more]
My Three Words for 2021
Every year, I pick three words to give me some guideposts for the upcoming 365 days. I stole the practice from Chris Brogan (the first person I saw use it) and Anthony Iannarino (whose 3 words practice is always so creative). My words: Clarity, … [Read more]
Will Your Future Self Appreciate You or Despise You for Your Decisions Today?
Every decision that I make right now, every action or inaction, every commitment - or lack of commitment... It all has consequences that become either a joy or a burden to my future self. Our actions and inactions affect others that are close to … [Read more]
Why Your Relationship is More Important than Your Role
Most mornings, I write out this bullet-pointed reminder: I'm a steward of... RelationshipsRolesResources Sometimes I add 'Responsibilities' even though most of my responsibilities are wrapped in relationships, roles, and resources. These … [Read more]
Better Decisions – Fewer Regrets (A Review)
I've had a decision maker filter that I've been trying to master for a couple years now. Two of the three parts of my filter came from Andy Stanley sermon series: What does love require of me in this situation? In light of my past history, my … [Read more]
Why Work Life Harmony Is Better than Work Life Balance
When I was in seminary, one of our professors used to discuss how it was dangerous to talk about balancing Scripture and the Holy Spirit. He didn't like the word 'balance'. The idea of balance implies tension. You don't have tension between … [Read more]
