Live Intentionally

We all know people who are nostalgic about the past and stuck in the status quo, but as Seth Godin writes, being nostalgic about the future and stuck in the future quo can be just as detrimental.

John Contreras, posted a comment in yesterday’s discussion of John Maxwell’s new book Everyone Communicates, Few Connect. He wrote: “One main thing is our communication has to come from the heart.” That got me thinking…

Today I’m reviewing, discussing and giving away a free copy of John Maxwell’s latest book Everyone Communicates, Few Connect. Keep reading to learn how to win a copy for yourself.

It seems like most people have the idea that the most important part of leadership is inspiring the masses. But those focused on depth and long-term impact lead small.

Watch this video and see a movement happen start to finish in under 3 minutes while the commentator as he draws leadership lessons from it.

Growth requires change. Change creates chaos. There’s no way around it.

In Steering Through Chaos: Mapping Clear Direction for Your Church in the Midst of Transition and Change, Scott Wilson, pastor of the Oaks Fellowship in Dallas, TX provides guidance for pastors and church leaders on how to navigation transitions. Keep reading to learn how to win a copy for yourself.

In the Search for God and Guinness, Stephen Mansfield tells the story of the Guinness family. While the book recounts the amazing rise of one of the must successful breweries in the world, what makes the book and the Guiness family fascinating is the accounts of their character, faith, and generosity. Comment, share, and retweet to win a copy for yourself.

Today starting at noon eastern time, Leadership Network is presenting Aha! It’s a free, totally online leadership conference featuring 40 leaders sharing their “Aha!” moments. I’m going to blog and tweet about Aha live as it happens. Stop by and share your thoughts on the Aha! here in the comments.

Review of the book Derailed by Tim Irwin. Overview, favorite quotes, personal thoughts, and questions to consider.